My name is Christopher Palmer and I am a languages practitioner. I am now in my sixteenth year of teacher and I have a wealth of experience of liaising with the standard EdExcel GCSE French, Cambridge International GCSE French, EdExcel A-Level French, beginner's Mandarin courses and I am starting to become acquainted with IB French. I have published a vast array of resources which span Key Stage 2-5.
My name is Christopher Palmer and I am a languages practitioner. I am now in my sixteenth year of teacher and I have a wealth of experience of liaising with the standard EdExcel GCSE French, Cambridge International GCSE French, EdExcel A-Level French, beginner's Mandarin courses and I am starting to become acquainted with IB French. I have published a vast array of resources which span Key Stage 2-5.
Unit 1: Family members
Lesson 1-2: Parents and siblings
Vocabulary: 妈妈 (mum),爸爸 (dad),你好 (hello),弟弟(younger brother),哥哥 (older brother),姐姐 (older sister),妹妹 (younger sister),他 (he),她 (she),我 (I/me),是 (to be),吗 (question particle),很 (very) (total: 13 words) (total number of characters: 14)
Differentiation: 儿子 (son),女儿 (daughter) (total: 18 words) (total number of characters: 23)
Grammar point: 吗 (question particle to indicate a question), 很 (used to replace the verb 'to be')
Objective 1: Recall at least 5 family members (7 for more capable learners)
Objective 2: Understand the use of '吗' when asking a question
Objective 3: Recall to say 'I am well' in Chinese
Unit 1: Family members
Lesson 1-3: Grandparents
Vocabulary: 爷爷 (grandad), 奶奶 (grandmother), 叫 (to be called), 不 (no/not) (total: 17 words) (total number of characters: 18)
Differentiation: 外公 (grandad from dad's side),外婆 (grandmother from mum's side) (total: 24 words) (total number of characters: 30)
Grammar point: 不 (negator),
Objective 1: Recall at least 7 family members (9 for more capable learners)
Objective 2: Know how to use '不' when forming negatives
Objective 3: Recall to say 'I am not well' in Chinese
Unit 1: Family Members
Activity 1-2: Parents and siblings
This activity is designed for children in their first year studying Mandarin Chinese at a higher level.
Vocabulary: 弟弟,哥哥,姐姐,妹妹,儿子,女儿,她,他,是,很,吗
Listening: Listen and circle several items as they are called out
Listening extension: Listen and circle the characters being called out
Writing: Write and repeat several times the following vocabulary: 弟弟,哥哥,姐姐,妹妹,儿子,女儿,她,他,是,很,吗
Writing extension: Write the vocabulary associated with the pictures unaided and fill in the missing word in the sentences using the choice of answers provided
This activity is geared towards students who are Cantonese speaking, native Mandarin speakers or gifted and talented.
Answers to the test of 'Stage 2-9: The perfect tense'.
My advice is as follows:
34-40 correct answers: Very well done! There is a more advanced test available titled as 'Stage 2-9a: Higher level test of the perfect tense'. Try this before attempting the 'Stage 3: Imperfect tense' activity.
0-33 correct answers: I am sorry but you have failed the test. Please re-try this test before attempting the more advanced test.
Test on the present tense, based on random verbs studied in Stage 1. There are thirty questions. Answers are available for this test at a cost of £2.
Whatever time limit you set your students to complete this test is totally up to you, but I would recommend 15-20 minutes. I would consider students obtaining the following scores in order to be awarded the appropriate certificate:
18-22 marks: Pass
23-26 marks: Merit
27-30 marks: Distinction
Test on the perfect tense, based on random verbs studied in Stage 2 and also further examines the present tense. There are thirty questions based on the perfect tense and also ten supplementary questions on the present tense. (This is a very good way not to forget tenses previously studied!) In the case where 'etre' must be used as an auxiliary verb, I have no objections if students show agreement for subjects 'je' and 'tu'. Answers are available for this test at a cost of £2. There are also certificates that you can award your students depending on what score they get. I would recommend that students obtain the following scores which determines what grade they will get:
22-27 marks: Pass
28-33 marks: Merit
34-40 marks: Distinction
Whatever time limit you set your students to complete this test is totally up to you, but I would recommend 15-20 minutes. There is also a different version of this test if you decide to re-test your students with different questions.
Answers to the test of 'Stage 1-9: The present tense'.
My advice is as follows:
25-30 correct answers: Very well done! There is a more advanced test available titled as 'Stage 1-9a: Higher level test of the present tense'. Try this before attempting the 'Stage 2: Perfect tense' activity.
0-24 correct answers: I am sorry but you have failed the test. Please re-try this test before attempting the more advanced test.
Drill practice using the past conditional tense in French for those who find tense formation difficult. This activity also focuses on the formation of auxiliary verbs using either 'avoir' or 'etre', agreements and the past participle of verbs. This activity also revises Stage 6: The conditional, Stage 5: The future, Stage 4: The pluperfect tense, Stage 3: The imperfect tense, Stage 2: The perfect tense, Stage 1: The present tense. This activity is carried out in eight stages:
Stage 1: Common basic irregular verbs: Aller, Faire, Avoir, Etre, Boire, Ouvrir, Prendre, Croire
Stage 2: Regular -er verbs: Parler, Manger, Regarder, Partager, Entrer, Porter, Essayer, Envoyer
Stage 3: Regular -ir verbs: Finir, Ralentir, Choisir, Grandir, Fournir, Batir
Stage 4: Regular -re verbs: Vendre, Rendre, Attendre, Perdre, Repondre, Descendre, Entendre, Tendre
Stage 5: Irregular -re verbs: Dire, Lire, Mettre, Ecrire, Suivre, Craindre, Comprendre, Inclure
Stage 6: Irregular -ir verbs: Voir, Vouloir, Pouvoir, Savoir, Devoir Recevoir
Stage 7: More irregular -ir verbs and intransitive verbs (verbs that take 'etre'): Tenir, Venir, Partir, Sortir, Revenir, Mourir
Stage 8: Impersonal verbs and sample reflexive verbs: Pleuvoir, Falloir, Valoir, S'agir, Se reposer, S'attendre, Se souvenir
It is difficult at times to remember the conjugation of the tenses which is why I have designed these activities as means of becoming deeply acquainted with the conjugation. Repetition is the key! There are two tests available which are titled as 'Partie 7-9: Test au conditionnel anterieur' and 'Partie 7-9a: Test au niveau superieur'. I would recommend taking these tests before commencing black book 'Partie 8: Le subjonctif'
Welcome to Stage 3-6 !
The purpose of this powerpoint is to become deeply acquainted with the formation of tenses and verbs, especially for those who have difficulties in doing so. This is a very good way of introducing the conjugation either when teaching it for the very first time or revision. This is the 22nd stage of the learning process and there are 72 stages in the entire process. By the end of the 72nd stage, learners will have a developed a very profound mastery of not only forming nine different tenses which range with complexity upon progression, but also, an exhaustive range of different verbs which have been very carefully divided stage by stage. Upon completion of Stage 9-8, the final stage of the process, will immensely prepare students to pursue with their French studies at university level, where they will inevitably be using tenses. It is also suitable for adult learners, again whether they are learning it for the first time or revision.
This folder contains the following irregular '-ir' verbs in the imperfect tense:
Pouvoir
Savoir
Voir
Vouloir
When showing each slide, there is an audio clip on each new item that you can click on and you will hear my voice which demonstrates the pronunciation of each item, or alternatively, you can lead the pronunciation of each item. It is up to you! The learners will then reiterate the new items every time they see the slide 'This time you try it!' You will be very surprised to see how it will stick in their minds!!
I would strongly encourage you to purchase the follow-up activity 'French: Stage 3: The imperfect tense', which enables students to manually complete the drills based on what they have learnt. They are £5. Upon completion of Stage 3-8, there are tests also available.
Happy teaching and learning and the very best of luck!!
Welcome to Stage 3-5 !
The purpose of this powerpoint is to become deeply acquainted with the formation of tenses and verbs, especially for those who have difficulties in doing so. This is a very good way of introducing the conjugation either when teaching it for the very first time or revision. This is the 21st stage of the learning process and there are 72 stages in the entire process. By the end of the 72nd stage, learners will have a developed a very profound mastery of not only forming nine different tenses which range with complexity upon progression, but also, an exhaustive range of different verbs which have been very carefully divided stage by stage. Upon completion of Stage 9-8, the final stage of the process, will immensely prepare students to pursue with their French studies at university level, where they will inevitably be using tenses. It is also suitable for adult learners, again whether they are learning it for the first time or revision.
This folder contains the following irregular '-re' verbs in the imperfect tense:
Dire
Lire
Ecrire
When showing each slide, there is an audio clip on each new item that you can click on and you will hear my voice which demonstrates the pronunciation of each item, or alternatively, you can lead the pronunciation of each item. It is up to you! The learners will then reiterate the new items every time they see the slide 'This time you try it!' You will be very surprised to see how it will stick in their minds!!
I would strongly encourage you to purchase the follow-up activity 'French: Stage 3: The imperfect tense', which enables students to manually complete the drills based on what they have learnt. They are £5. Upon completion of Stage 3-8, there are tests also available.
Happy teaching and learning and the very best of luck!!
Welcome to Stage 3-4 !
The purpose of this powerpoint is to become deeply acquainted with the formation of tenses and verbs, especially for those who have difficulties in doing so. This is a very good way of introducing the conjugation either when teaching it for the very first time or revision. This is the 20th stage of the learning process and there are 72 stages in the entire process. By the end of the 72nd stage, learners will have a developed a very profound mastery of not only forming nine different tenses which range with complexity upon progression, but also, an exhaustive range of different verbs which have been very carefully divided stage by stage. Upon completion of Stage 9-8, the final stage of the process, will immensely prepare students to pursue with their French studies at university level, where they will inevitably be using tenses. It is also suitable for adult learners, again whether they are learning it for the first time or revision.
This folder contains the following regular '-ir' verbs in the imperfect tense:
Attendre
Mettre
Rendre
Vendre
Perdre
When showing each slide, there is an audio clip on each new item that you can click on and you will hear my voice which demonstrates the pronunciation of each item, or alternatively, you can lead the pronunciation of each item. It is up to you! The learners will then reiterate the new items every time they see the slide 'This time you try it!' You will be very surprised to see how it will stick in their minds!!
I would strongly encourage you to purchase the follow-up activity 'French: Stage 3: The imperfect tense', which enables students to manually complete the drills based on what they have learnt. They are £5. Upon completion of Stage 3-8, there are tests also available.
Happy teaching and learning and the very best of luck!!
It can be overwhelmingly difficult, especially for young students, to distinguish the difference between 'savoir' and 'connaitre'. This pack will greatly facilitate students' learning and comprehension of the different terminology, whether it is for Key Stage 3 French, revision during GCSE, IGCSE or A-Level French or teaching adults its concept for the very first time. Fun and games is the key!!
This pack contains the following:
Presentation of savoir
Presentation of connaitre
Follow up quiz
The presentations of both verbs are in the present tense only, however other tenses for 'savoir' are available in my shop.
Happy teaching and learning and good luck!!
Welcome to Stage 3-3 !
The purpose of this powerpoint is to become deeply acquainted with the formation of tenses and verbs, especially for those who have difficulties in doing so. This is a very good way of introducing the conjugation either when teaching it for the very first time or revision. This is the 19th stage of the learning process and there are 72 stages in the entire process. By the end of the 72nd stage, learners will have a developed a very profound mastery of not only forming nine different tenses which range with complexity upon progression, but also, an exhaustive range of different verbs which have been very carefully divided stage by stage. Upon completion of Stage 9-8, the final stage of the process, will immensely prepare students to pursue with their French studies at university level, where they will inevitably be using tenses. It is also suitable for adult learners, again whether they are learning it for the first time or revision.
This folder contains the following regular '-ir' verbs in the imperfect tense:
Bleuir
Choisir
Finir
Grandir
Ralentir
Refroidir
Rougir
When showing each slide, there is an audio clip on each new item that you can click on and you will hear my voice which demonstrates the pronunciation of each item, or alternatively, you can lead the pronunciation of each item. It is up to you! The learners will then reiterate the new items every time they see the slide 'This time you try it!' You will be very surprised to see how it will stick in their minds!!
I would strongly encourage you to purchase the follow-up activity 'French: Stage 3: The imperfect tense', which enables students to manually complete the drills based on what they have learnt. They are £5. Upon completion of Stage 3-8, there are tests also available.
Happy teaching and learning and the very best of luck!!
It can be very confusing for learners of French to become accustomed as to whether agreements with reflexive verbs using a direct object is necessary.
Although it is very long, however I have designed this powerpoint to facilitate students to become acquainted that no agreement is necessary with reflexive verbs in the perfect tense that use a direct object and when no direct object is present, agreement is necessary. I have done this in step by step form by putting all the nine essential pronouns in order, first of all without a direct object and then in the next slide with a direct object, so that learners can easily understand this concept. This is ideal for learners from Key Stage 3-5 level or adults who are learning this concept for the first time or simply revision.
Happy teaching and learning and good luck!
Welcome to Stage 3-8 !! The final stage of Stage 3 - The imperfect tense
The purpose of this powerpoint is to become deeply acquainted with the formation of tenses and verbs, especially for those who have difficulties in doing so. This is a very good way of introducing the conjugation either when teaching it for the very first time or revision. This is the 24th stage of the learning process and there are 72 stages in the entire process. This is also the final stage of Stage 3 - the imperfect tense. By the end of the 72nd stage, learners will have a developed a very profound mastery of not only forming nine different tenses which range with complexity upon progression, but also, an exhaustive range of different verbs which have been very carefully divided stage by stage. Upon completion of Stage 9-8, the final stage of the process, will immensely prepare students to pursue with their French studies at university level, where they will inevitably be using tenses. It is also suitable for adult learners, again whether they are learning it for the first time or revision.
This folder contains the following impersonal verbs and reflexive in the imperfect tense:
Falloir
Pleuvoir
S'agir
Se laver
Se souvenir
Se servir de
When showing each slide, there is an audio clip on each new item that you can click on and you will hear my voice which demonstrates the pronunciation of each item, or alternatively, you can lead the pronunciation of each item. It is up to you! The learners will then reiterate the new items every time they see the slide 'This time you try it!' You will be very surprised to see how it will stick in their minds!!
I would strongly encourage you to purchase the follow-up activity 'French: Stage 3: The imperfect tense', which enables students to manually complete the drills based on what they have learnt. They are £5. Upon completion of this stage, there are tests also available.
Happy teaching and learning and the very best of luck in the tests and see you in Stage 4-1 upon succession!!
Welcome to Stage 3-7 !
The purpose of this powerpoint is to become deeply acquainted with the formation of tenses and verbs, especially for those who have difficulties in doing so. This is a very good way of introducing the conjugation either when teaching it for the very first time or revision. This is the 23rd stage of the learning process and there are 72 stages in the entire process. By the end of the 72nd stage, learners will have a developed a very profound mastery of not only forming nine different tenses which range with complexity upon progression, but also, an exhaustive range of different verbs which have been very carefully divided stage by stage. Upon completion of Stage 9-8, the final stage of the process, will immensely prepare students to pursue with their French studies at university level, where they will inevitably be using tenses. It is also suitable for adult learners, again whether they are learning it for the first time or revision.
This folder contains the following etre verbs and supplementary irregular '-ir' verbs in the imperfect tense:
Partir
Sortir
Venir
Tenir
When showing each slide, there is an audio clip on each new item that you can click on and you will hear my voice which demonstrates the pronunciation of each item, or alternatively, you can lead the pronunciation of each item. It is up to you! The learners will then reiterate the new items every time they see the slide 'This time you try it!' You will be very surprised to see how it will stick in their minds!!
I would strongly encourage you to purchase the follow-up activity 'French: Stage 3: The imperfect tense', which enables students to manually complete the drills based on what they have learnt. They are £5. Upon completion of Stage 3-8, there are tests also available.
Happy teaching and learning and the very best of luck!!
Worksheet based on the passive which is really useful for either IGCSE, A-Level or IB level. Students study the pronouns and the verbs and then write sentences using the passive in the past and the future. They need to pay close attention to agreement as necessary. There is support with the first few sentences to help weaker students become acquainted with the passive in a greater sense and then they attempt the remaining sentences independently.
Worksheet based on forming etre verbs as the auxiliary verb. Students look at the pronouns and the verbs and then write sentences in the perfect tense. They may require assistance in forming past participles before attempting this exercise.
Welcome to Stage 4-2 !
The purpose of this powerpoint is to become deeply acquainted with the formation of tenses and verbs, especially for those who have difficulties in doing so. This is a very good way of introducing the conjugation either when teaching it for the very first time or revision. This is the 26th stage of the learning process and there are 72 stages in the entire process. By the end of the 72nd stage, learners will have a developed a very profound mastery of not only forming nine different tenses which range with complexity upon progression, but also, an exhaustive range of different verbs which have been very carefully divided stage by stage. Upon completion of Stage 9-8, the final stage of the process, will immensely prepare students to pursue with their French studies at university level, where they will inevitably be using tenses. It is also suitable for adult learners, again whether they are learning it for the first time or revision.
This folder contains the following regular '-er' verbs in the pluperfect tense:
Manger
Changer
Parler
Regarder
Entrer
When showing each slide, there is an audio clip on each new item that you can click on and you will hear my voice which demonstrates the pronunciation of each item, or alternatively, you can lead the pronunciation of each item. It is up to you! The learners will then reiterate the new items every time they see the slide 'This time you try it!' You will be very surprised to see how it will stick in their minds!!
I would strongly encourage you to purchase the follow-up activity 'French: Stage 4: The pluperfect tense', which enables students to manually complete the drills based on what they have learnt. They are £5. Upon completion of Stage 4-8, there are tests also available.
Happy teaching and learning and the very best of luck!!
Welcome to Stage 4-1 !! This is the initial stage of the mastering of the pluperfect tense and well done on completing Stages 3-9/3-9a!!
The purpose of this powerpoint is to become deeply acquainted with the formation of tenses and verbs, especially for those who have difficulties in doing so. This is a very good way of introducing the conjugation either when teaching it for the very first time or revision. This is the 25th stage of the learning process and there are 72 stages in the entire process. By the end of the 72nd stage, learners will have a developed a very profound mastery of not only forming nine different tenses which range with complexity upon progression, but also, an exhaustive range of different verbs which have been very carefully divided stage by stage. Upon completion of Stage 9-8, the final stage of the process, will immensely prepare students to pursue with their French studies at university level, where they will inevitably be using tenses. It is also suitable for adult learners, again whether they are learning it for the first time or revision.
This folder contains the following primary irregular verbs in the pluperfect tense:
Aller
Faire
Avoir
Etre
Ouvrir
Prendre
Croire
Boire
When showing each slide, there is an audio clip on each new item that you can click on and you will hear my voice which demonstrates the pronunciation of each item, or alternatively, you can lead the pronunciation of each item. It is up to you! The learners will then reiterate the new items every time they see the slide 'This time you try it!' You will be very surprised to see how it will stick in their minds!!
I would strongly encourage you to purchase the follow-up activity 'French: Stage 4: The pluperfect tense', which enables students to manually complete the drills based on what they have learnt. They are £5. Upon completion of Stage 4-8, there are tests also available.
Happy teaching and learning and the very best of luck!!