For some homeschooling teachers, the challenge in teaching French as a Second Language is just in making everyday conversation. Not every homeschooling parent has the fluency required to do this comfortably. Don't let this hold you back!
Children need to see you making the effort as well, even if your own French language skills are a bit rusty, or even non-existent! Practice with your children as much as possible, making the things you are learning part of your daily interactions whenever you can.
Perhaps you know an older child in your family, neighbourhood, or church who has studied French and who would be willing to come and play games and speak French to your children in return for some pocket money.
Consider starting a French Club, or co-op with other homeschooling families. The children can practice their French together.
Play Hot Potato (patate chaude!). Toss a beanbag back and forth. When you catch the beanbag, it's your turn to say something in French!
Visit our sponsor Nallenart for French Curriculum for your school or homeschool.
