Adult French Lessons Winnipeg

Unit 2. Daily Activities

Topics Covered: Talking about daily routines and time.

• Grammar: Regular -ER verbs in the present tense, reflexive verbs.
• Vocabulary: Daily activities (e.g., wake up, eat breakfast), telling time.

Activities:

• Oral: Role-play discussing daily schedules.
• Writing: Describe your daily routine in 5–6 sentences.
• Listening: Audio clips of people talking about their day.
• Reading: Short texts about typical daily routines.

Unit 3. Food and Drink

Topics Covered: Ordering at a café or restaurant, talking about favorite foods.

• Grammar: Articles (definite, indefinite, partitive), aimer vs. adorer.
• Vocabulary: Common food and drink items, phrases for ordering.

Activities:

• Oral: Simulate ordering at a restaurant.
• Writing: Write a menu for a café.
• Listening: Listen to a restaurant dialogue.
• Reading: Read a café menu and answer comprehension questions.

Unit 4. Shopping and Clothing

Topics Covered: Shopping for clothes, asking about prices and sizes.

• Grammar: Adjective agreement, ce/cet/cette/ces, basic question forms (quel, combien).
• Vocabulary: Clothing items, colors, sizes, numbers 21–100.

Activities:

• Oral: Practice a conversation in a clothing store.
• Writing: Describe your favorite outfit.
• Listening: Audio clips of shopping dialogues.
• Reading: Advertisements for clothing sales.

Unit 5. Directions and Places

Topics Covered: Asking for and giving directions, places in town.

• Grammar: Prepositions of place (à côté de, en face de, près de).
• Vocabulary: Common places (e.g., bakery, school, park), direction phrases.

Activities:

• Oral: Practice giving and asking for directions.
• Writing: Write a paragraph about your neighborhood.
• Listening: Listen to directions and match them to a map.
• Reading: Read simple descriptions of neighborhoods.

Unit 6. Weather and Seasons

Topics Covered: Talking about weather and seasons.

• Grammar: Impersonal expressions (il fait, il y a).
• Vocabulary: Weather conditions, seasons, temperature.

Activities:

• Oral: Describe today’s weather.
• Writing: Write about your favorite season and why.
• Listening: Weather forecasts.
• Reading: Short texts about seasonal activities.

Unit 7. Family and Friends

Topics Covered: Describing family members and relationships.

• Grammar: Possessive adjectives (mon, ma, mes), être and avoir revisited.
• Vocabulary: Family members, common adjectives for personality and appearance.

Activities:

• Oral: Talk about your family.
• Writing: Write a paragraph describing a family member.
• Listening: Conversations about family.
• Reading: Profiles of fictional families.

Unit 8. Travel and Leisure

Topics Covered: Talking about travel plans, hobbies, and free time.

• Grammar: Aller in the present tense, introduction to the near future (aller + infinitive).
• Vocabulary: Hobbies, transportation, vacation destinations.

Activities:

• Oral: Discuss your favorite hobby or a dream vacation.
• Writing: Write a postcard describing your vacation.
• Listening: Audio clips about travel plans.
• Reading: Simple travel brochures.

Unit 1. Basic French Grammar Foundations

• Review of essential verb conjugations in the present tense.
• Introduction to reflexive verbs and their usage.
• Building simple sentences using subject-verb-object structures.

Unit 2. Expanding Vocabulary for Daily Life

• Learning vocabulary related to family, work, and leisure.
• Exploring phrases for common social interactions.
• Practice using adjectives and adverbs in sentences.

Unit 3. Understanding French Pronunciation

• Focusing on the French sounds and their correct pronunciation.
• Practice with nasal vowels and liaison in speech.
• Tips for improving overall speaking clarity and confidence.

Unit 4. Talking About Time and Dates

• Learning how to tell the time and discuss days, months, and seasons.
• Using numbers for dates and expressing future plans.
• Introducing the concept of durations and recurring events.

Unit 5. Making Comparisons and Descriptions

• Learning to compare people, places, and things using adjectives and adverbs.
• Using "plus... que", "moins... que", and "aussi... que" for comparisons.
• Describing objects, appearances, and personal traits.

Unit 6. Expressing Preferences and Opinions

• Understanding how to express likes, dislikes, and preferences.
• Using phrases like "j'aime", "je préfère", and "je n'aime pas".
• Practicing forming opinions on common topics (food, music, travel).

Unit 7. Introduction to Past Tenses

• Learning the basics of the passé composé and its conjugation.
• Identifying the auxiliary verbs "être" and "avoir".
• Creating simple sentences to talk about past experiences.

Unit 8. Navigating Travel and Directions

• Vocabulary related to transportation, locations, and directions.
• Asking for and giving directions in French.
• Understanding common phrases used in travel situations.

Unit 9. Talking About Work and Professions

• Learning vocabulary for common occupations and job-related tasks.
• Discussing work schedules, responsibilities, and job preferences.
• Practicing basic conversations about one's career and work environment.

Unit 10. Shopping and Ordering Food

• Key phrases for shopping, bargaining, and asking about prices.
• Learning how to order food and drinks at a restaurant or café.
• Discussing food preferences and dietary restrictions.

Unit 11. Expressing Needs and Desires

• Using verbs like "avoir besoin de", "vouloir", and "souhaiter".
• Formulating requests and expressing desires in different contexts.
• Practicing polite phrases to ask for things and make suggestions.

Unit 12. Future Tenses and Plans

• Introduction to the futur proche and futur simple tenses.
• Talking about future plans and intentions.
• Using the future tenses to describe upcoming events and goals.

Unit 13. Socializing and Making Plans

• Learning how to invite someone, make suggestions, and accept or decline plans.
• Discussing activities, events, and scheduling in French.
• Practicing polite conversation for social situations.

Unit 14. Describing Past Events and Experiences

• Using the passé composé with irregular verbs.
• Telling stories and recounting experiences from the past.
• Developing fluency in talking about events that have already happened.

Unit 15. Preparing for Intermediate Conversations

• Practicing more advanced sentence structures and connecting ideas.
• Engaging in conversations about personal interests and current events.
• Improving fluency and confidence in handling everyday situations in French.

Unit 1. Reinforcing Grammar and Verb Tenses

• Review and practice of present, past, and future tenses.
• Focus on reflexive verbs and their use in everyday contexts.
• Introduction to the imparfait and its differences from the passé composé.

Unit 2. Expanding Vocabulary for Everyday Life

• Building vocabulary for various topics: home, work, health, and hobbies.
• Learning idiomatic expressions and phrases commonly used in conversation.
• Practicing the use of synonyms and antonyms for more nuanced language.

Unit 3. Engaging in Complex Conversations

• Structuring longer conversations with multiple exchanges.
• Discussing abstract ideas and expressing more detailed opinions.
• Practicing turn-taking and listening comprehension in conversations.

Unit 4. Talking About the Past in Detail

• Mastering the use of the imparfait and passé composé together.
• Learning to narrate past events with more complexity.
• Using descriptive language and connecting past experiences.

Unit 5. Expressing Hypotheses and Possibilities

• Introduction to the conditional tense for hypothetical situations.
• Making polite requests and suggestions using the conditional.
• Discussing possibilities in the present, past, and future.

Unit 6. Cultural Differences and French Society

• Exploring French culture, history, and geography.
• Learning about French customs, holidays, and festivals.
• Discussing how cultural differences influence communication styles.

Unit 7. Improving Writing Skills

• Writing short essays, emails, and letters with proper structure.
• Practicing descriptive writing with clear, coherent ideas.
• Focusing on grammar accuracy and vocabulary diversity in writing.

Unit 8. Talking About Work and Career

• Discussing professional life, job descriptions, and responsibilities.
• Learning vocabulary related to business and the workplace.
• Practicing how to conduct interviews and describe your job in French.

Unit 9. Expressing Opinions and Debating

• Introducing language for making arguments, counterarguments, and agreeing/disagreeing.
• Practicing formal and informal debate structures.
• Discussing current events and expressing opinions on various topics.

Unit 10. Handling Travel Situations

• Navigating travel-related situations like booking tickets and checking in.
• Asking for directions, understanding public transportation systems, and discussing destinations.
• Learning to express feelings about traveling (enjoyment, frustration, etc.).

Unit 11. Describing People and Personality

• Talking about physical appearance and personality traits.
• Learning vocabulary for emotions, moods, and states of mind.
• Describing relationships and social dynamics in different settings.

Unit 12. Expressing Future Intentions and Plans

• Using the futur simple and futur proche to discuss future events.
• Talking about ambitions, goals, and planned activities.
• Discussing long-term plans and aspirations in personal and professional contexts.

Unit 13. Participating in Social Gatherings and Events

• Learning vocabulary for socializing, attending events, and hosting parties.
• Practicing small talk and polite conversation in social settings.
• Expressing congratulations, condolences, and other social responses.

Unit 14. Talking About the Environment

• Learning vocabulary related to nature, pollution, and climate change.
• Discussing environmental issues and possible solutions.
• Expressing personal views on sustainability and eco-friendly practices.

Unit 15. Engaging with Media and the Arts

• Talking about movies, music, books, and other forms of entertainment.
• Learning how to critique and review films, shows, and music in French.
• Discussing the influence of media and art on society.

Unit 16. Using the Subjunctive Mood

• Introduction to the subjunctive mood for expressing doubt, wishes, and emotions.
• Recognizing triggers for the subjunctive and practicing conjugations.
• Using the subjunctive in sentences and real-life conversations.

Unit 17. Making Suggestions and Giving Advice

• Using modal verbs like "devoir", "pouvoir", and "vouloir" for advice.
• Giving recommendations on health, studies, and daily life.
• Learning polite ways to suggest actions or offer help in French.

Unit 18. Talking About Health and Well-being

• Discussing common health problems, symptoms, and treatments.
• Learning vocabulary related to doctors, hospitals, and medical prescriptions.
• Expressing opinions on healthy habits and lifestyle choices.

Unit 19. Handling Complex Social Situations

• Dealing with disagreements, misunderstandings, and social conflicts.
• Learning vocabulary for discussing sensitive topics and resolving conflicts.
• Practicing diplomatic language and maintaining politeness in tense situations.

Unit 20. Preparing for Advanced Conversations and Exams

Unit 1. Advanced Grammar Structures

• Mastering complex sentence structures and advanced tenses.
• Using the subjunctive and conditional in more nuanced ways.
• Introduction to the future perfect and past anterior tenses.

Unit 2. Refining Verb Conjugation and Usage

• Delving deeper into irregular verb conjugations.
• Advanced practice with reflexive verbs in different tenses.
• Exploring impersonal expressions and passive voice constructions.

Unit 3. Expanding Advanced Vocabulary

• Learning thematic vocabulary in areas like politics, technology, and culture.
• Using synonyms and antonyms to enrich language.
• Focus on idiomatic expressions and phrasal verbs.

Unit 4. Understanding and Using Idioms

• Exploring commonly used French idiomatic expressions.
• Practicing the use of idioms in both speaking and writing.
• Understanding regional idioms and slang in various French-speaking countries.

Unit 5. Complex Sentence Construction

• Learning to combine multiple clauses using connectors like "bien que", "parce que", and "afin que".
• Mastering the use of relative pronouns such as "dont", "où", and "lequel".
• Understanding word order in complex sentences.

Unit 6. Advanced Listening and Comprehension

• Listening to authentic audio materials such as news reports and podcasts.
• Analyzing complex spoken French and identifying key details.
• Developing techniques for understanding different French accents and dialects.

Unit 7. Writing Essays and Reports

• Writing structured essays with clear arguments and evidence.
• Learning the format for formal and informal letters and emails.
• Practicing report writing, summaries, and critical analysis in French.

Unit 8. Mastering French Conversation

• Engaging in debates and discussions on various topics.
• Practicing spontaneous conversation with a focus on fluency and precision.
• Developing skills for formal and informal conversations.

Unit 9. Expressing Nuanced Opinions

• Using phrases to express subtle opinions, preferences, and justifications.
• Learning to differentiate between the present, past, and future nuances in opinion.
• Practicing expressing agreement, disagreement, and diplomatic language.

Unit 10. Cultural Differences and Communication

• Understanding French cultural values and how they affect communication.
• Learning how French etiquette influences formal and informal interactions.
• Comparing cultural norms between French-speaking countries.

Unit 11. Understanding and Using the Subjunctive

• Deepening knowledge of the subjunctive mood in various contexts.
• Mastering complex structures requiring the subjunctive after expressions of doubt, desire, and emotion.
• Using the subjunctive in indirect speech and complex sentences.

Unit 12. Expressing Hypotheses and Speculation

• Using the conditional perfect and past conditional for hypothetical situations.
• Formulating "if" clauses (si clauses) to express different possibilities.
• Discussing potential consequences of past actions and future outcomes.

Unit 13. Making and Responding to Criticism

• Learning vocabulary for giving and receiving constructive criticism.
• Mastering the art of formal and informal responses to criticism.
• Practicing diplomatic language in delicate situations.

Unit 14. Talking About Contemporary Issues

• Discussing current events, political debates, and global issues.
• Expanding vocabulary related to social, environmental, and economic topics.
• Developing an ability to argue both for and against a topic.

Unit 15. Expressing Future and Past in Detail

• Deepening understanding of future and past tenses (future anterior, passé antérieur).
• Using these tenses to express future intentions, past actions, and their consequences.
• Practicing nuanced storytelling with these tenses.

Unit 16. Talking About Society and Social Issues

• Exploring French social issues such as education, healthcare, and immigration.
• Using advanced vocabulary to discuss social justice and equality.
• Practicing both formal and informal discussions on societal challenges.

Unit 17. Describing Complex Processes and Procedures

• Learning how to describe technical processes and procedures in French.
• Using sequence adverbs and phrases to explain instructions and steps.
• Practicing clarity in presenting information for both professional and personal contexts.

Unit 18. Advanced Reading Comprehension

• Reading and analyzing longer and more complex texts, including literature, articles, and essays.
• Learning to identify and interpret main ideas and supporting arguments.
• Expanding ability to extract meaning from figurative language and nuances.

Unit 19. Working with Media and Communication

• Understanding how to interpret and discuss French media such as newspapers, podcasts, and films.
• Practicing presenting opinions on different forms of media.
• Learning vocabulary specific to journalism, advertising, and public relations.

Unit 20. Making Predictions and Forecasting