Coucou les French learners,

I wanted to give you a quick heads up that My Dear Man & I are taking a little break from YouTube until September, so there won’t be any new weekly videos until then.

But don’t worry, I’ve got some great suggestions to keep your French journey on track!

You know what’s really powerful for improving your French? Reading! It’s like a secret weapon for acquiring vocabulary and grammar subconsciously.

C’est cool, n’est-ce pas ? Pretty cool, right? #enjoytheride #readforpleasure

Beginner-friendly stories await!

Let’s talk about the power of reading in French, especially starting with stories like tales, legends, and fables. These are perfect for beginners and intermediate learners for several reasons:

• They often use repetitive structures, helping you internalize grammar patterns.
• They’re usually written in simple, clear language, making them easier to understand.
• They introduce you to French culture and traditions in an engaging way.
• The familiar storylines (if you know the tales in English) provide context, aiding comprehension.

On our site, we have hundreds of comprhensible stories available.
Click here to start reading them!

Double the power with Audiobooks

As you progress, you might want to try our French readers, written by Teresa Marrama and myself. The best part? you can listen to audiobooks to go along with them. Reading while listening is incredibly beneficial because:

• you connect written words with their pronunciation.
• you improve your listening comprehension abilities.
• you expose youreself to natural speech rhythm and intonation.
• you have an immersive experience.

Click here to listen to our audiobooks!

Diving into Authentic French Literature

If you are a more advanced learner, it’s time to explore authentic French books. In my online book club sessions, we’re currently reading “La petite fille de Mr Linh” by Philippe Claudel and “Silhouette” a collection of short stories by Jean-Claude Mourlevat.

Reading authentic literature is crucial for advanced learners because:

• you get exposed to a wide range of vocabulary in context.
• you understand complex grammatical structures in real-world usage.
• you get insights into French culture, history, and society.
• you think in French, improving your overall fluency.

When you’re immersed in a story, your brain picks up on patterns and structures without you even realizing it.

If you’re looking for natural acquisition and a supportive community, consider joining our membership. It’s the best way to keep your French journey consistent and engaging, with access to a wealth of resources and like-minded learners.

Amila shared on our Community Chat:

Hello everyone! I have been learning on and off for months now. I am very pleasantly surprised of how much I can understand. Other courses usually end up being boring, so I eventually give up, but this is fantastic!! I am now starting the Teen Stage. I am super proud of myself! Thank you Alice for making the videos so interesting.

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