FSL teachers play an essential role is helping students grow as learners by ensuring that students understand what they are learning and by demonstrating what effective learning looks like. As FSL teachers, we both assess students for learning and assess student learning daily. As part of this is helping students understand why they are learning and what goals are being sought in any subject. To achieve this, FSL teachers must establish both: (1) clear learning goals and (2) criteria for student success.

  Exploring French-Canadian culture in the FSL classroom The vision and goals of the Ontario Second Language curriculum hold the firm belief...

4 fun and easy foldables for the French classroom When I was a junior elementary student, I remember volunteering at recess to help the kind...

Creative uses for sticky notes in the FSL classroom   Sticky notes have been around for over 40 years. Did you know that the adhesive used o...

  Why you should use research projects with FSL students   I’ve always loved watching my students get excited about a classroom activity and...

  Socially distant games for French class Have you returned to in-class learning? I have complied a list of games that are perfect for your ...

How to organize your French emergency teaching binder   Let’s face it – September is busy! There is so much to do to prepare for the school ...

A field trip may feel like a luxury to most FSL teachers. The reality is that we often see our students for only part of the day and ar...

How to use digital BOOM Cards in your FSL classroom Are you looking for a digital activity to complement your French units? Digital...

10 Real-life language applications for French class Are you looking for ways to tie in real-life learning applications in your Frenc...

Distance learning resources for FSL  (a guide for Parents and Teachers) A NOTE FROM JEN @ THE FRENCH NOOK : These are times of ...

French Resource Round-up for St. Patrick’s Day! March is here and spring is in the air (soon hopefully!). Le jour de la Saint Patri...

I have often heard from parents “How can I support my child in the FSL program when I don’t speak French?” Does this sound familiar to ...

We all know our students are all about their smart phones these days! Many school divisions have implemented a cell phone ban, but ther...

Are you looking for some great games to play with your students in your FSL classroom? Look no further. Today, I am sharing the ‘best...

Ma famille: a fun 3D project Are you looking for a fresh new project idea to complement your 'Ma famille' vocabulary unit? Ar...

5 amazing Canadian winter festivals that celebrate French culture Did you know that there are many communities in Canada that celeb...