Fun Ways Adults & Kids Can Celebrate Halloween In France

I doubt Halloween in France will ever be as successful as it is in the United States, Canada or the UK, but there are enough options for adults and parents visiting or living in France to keep you in the Halloween spirit. Understanding how

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How To Pronounce 25 Animal Sounds In French By My French Speaking Daughter: Onomatopoeia

Ruff-Ruff, Boom, Moo, Pow and Bang-Bang are all onomatopoeias but did you know they sound different in French? Let’s explore 25 animal sounds in French, which don’t always sound how you think they should. What is an onomatopoeia? How do you describe in words

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French Preschool in France: What’s It Like?

Are you curious about what preschool is like in France? Do you plan on spending some time in France and wonder if French preschool is right for your child? Here is a peek at what school is like for my daughter and my thoughts.

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Will I (or my child) Speak French Fluently If I Live In France For 1 year?

If I live in France for 1 year………….. How much French will I learn? Will I be able to communicate easily in French with French people? Will my child be bilingual or fluent after a year in France? Can I speak French fluently by

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Why The French Hate Halloween! And Why It’s So Controversial

After having lived in France for several years, we’ve encountered plenty of people who celebrate Halloween in one form or another. However, we’ve also learned that Halloween is somewhat of a controversial and confusing holiday to the French.I would go so far as to

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