Curated OER
Mass Protests in France
Pupils read an article about protests in France. They complete vocabulary exercises and comprehension activities. They take a quiz, complete worksheets and discuss a timeline of protest movements in France.
Curated OER
No More Freedom Fries?
Students discuss the May, 2007, French presidental election of pro-American, right-wing candidate Nicholas Sarkozy. They reflect on both the historical and contemporary relationship between France and the United States. Students work...
Curated OER
"Laideronette, Empress of the Pagoda" from"Mother Goose Suite" by Maurice Ravel
Young scholars are introduced to the active teacher, composer and pianist Maurice Ravel and his masterpiece "Laideronette, Empress of the Pagoda", from Mother Goose Suite by Maurice Ravel. They utilize aural skills to notate the rhythm...
Curated OER
How Japanese Prints Influenced French Artists
Students analyze the influence of Japanese art on French art between 1860 and 1910 in this ideal lesson plan for the high school Social Studies, Humanties, or Asian Studies classroom. Research itechniques are emphasized.
Curated OER
France: Carnival at Nice
Students research the events held at the Carnival at Nice, France and its history. Using mixed media, they design and decorate a flower garland necklace and discover the use of flowers in cultural festivals. They share their creation...
Curated OER
Finding Fresh Scenes - Geography With Monet
Fourth graders locate a site in Indiana that has a different look or topography than their hometown. They develop a brochure for this place from the point of view of a publicist who desires artists to come to this area and paint the...
Curated OER
Performance with Understanding: Using "Suite Francaise" by Darius Milhaud
High schoolers explore background information regarding "Suite Francaise" by Darius Milhaud. They study the five provinces of France and focus on the agriculture, industry, and historical background of each. They analyze the folk songs...
Curated OER
A Journey Through France
Fourth graders examine France and its culture. They create a passport, convert collars to francs, listen to French music, research Impressionism and Monet, and compare/contrast the French version of Cinderella.
Curated OER
Your Stance on France
Students explore the growing unrest in France in November 2005. They read various editorial responses to the violence and brainstorm problems and solutions that might help the people of France move forward effectively.
Curated OER
Le Site Des Initiatives Citoyennes
Pupils communicate in French to a webzine dedicated to issues related young adults. They read, discuss, and contribute to this site, which is written for native-speaking French students.
Curated OER
VOYAGE EN FRANCE; French, Travel, Technology
Students research and plan a simple trip within France. The student gathers information on transportation, lodging, food, tourist attractions and climate. The student then presents the researched information to the class in French.
BBC
Bbc: The Channel Tunnel
This illustrated feature provides a history of the Channel Tunnel, the train tunnel connecting France and Britain under the English Channel, officially opened in 1994.
Library of Congress
Loc: Knowledge and Power in Medieval France
Resource provides text and artifacts from France from late 8th to late 15th centuries. Discusses the roles of monarchs and monasteries in early French history.
National Endowment for the Humanities
Neh: Edsit Ement: Cave Art Discovering Prehistoric Humans
By studying cave paintings, students learn about prehistoric cultures and the stories and ideas they wished to communicate to others through art. The lesson plan presented on this website aims to show young students the significance of...
Cosmo Learning
Cosmo Learning: France Since 1871
This course of twenty-four college video lectures covers the emergence of modern France. Topics include the social, economic, and political transformation of France; the impact of France's revolutionary heritage, of industrialization,...
University of Groningen
American History: Documents: Proclamation of Neutrality 1793
The Proclamation of Neutrality was a formal announcement issued by President George Washington in May 1793, declaring the nation neutral in the conflict between France and Great Britain. It threatened legal proceedings against any...
Lonely Planet
Lonely Planet: France
This site includes information on the culture of France. It gives information on travel, festivals and special events, attractions, and more. Also includes general information such as history, demographics, and geography of the country.
McGraw Hill
Final Declaration of Geneva Conference: u.s. Statement
The text of the Final Declaration of the 1954 Geneva Conference includes official U.S. statement regarding the refusal to sign and comply with Final Resolution.
Association of Religion Data Archives
Association of Religion Data Archives: National Profiles: France
Learn about religion in France, in this Association of Religion Data Archives country profile; includes general facts, history, and religious data.
Association of Religion Data Archives
Association of Religion Data Archives: National Profiles: Mayotte
Learn about religion in the French island colony of Mayotte, in this Association of Religion Data Archives country profile; includes general facts, history, and religious data.
The Wharton Group
Discover France: Art Periods: Cubism
A detailed history and explanation of the ideologies behind cubism. Lots of cubism links as well.
University of Pittsburgh
University of Pittsburgh: France in the Great War
A complete web site on France in World War I. A list of clickable links to more specific topics such as an atlas of France's military or posters from the war. Some of them are in French.
University of Pittsburgh
U of Pitt: Medieval Mont Saint Michael
A great site for photos inside and out of Mont Saint Michael. You will also get a map with the location of the Mont marked. Also, there is a great page with plans and drawings of Mont Saint Michael.
University of Pittsburgh
University of Pittsburgh: Images of Medieval Art
This clickable image of the front facade of the Notre Dame Cathedral in Reims allows students to view enlarged details of the gothic statuary. There is also a link to a representation of medieval Reims.