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Printables and downloads from France
Chocolate Mousse Recipe
We make this delicious and simple recipe at last once a month. It's a real family favourite from France!
Versailles Clay Sun Activity
Get creative with clay and learn about the Sun King - Louis XIV of France and his palace at Versailles
France Passport A5 Inserts (FreeVersion)
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Madeline
by Ludwig Bemelmans.
Nothing frightens Madeline—not tigers, not even mice. With its endearing, courageous heroine, cheerful humor, and wonderful, whimsical drawings of Paris, the Madeline stories are true classics that continue to charm readers, even after 75 years!
Nothing frightens Madeline—not tigers, not even mice. With its endearing, courageous heroine, cheerful humor, and wonderful, whimsical drawings of Paris, the Madeline stories are true classics that continue to charm readers, even after 75 years!
Adele and Simon
by Barbara McClintock.
When Simon's older sister, Adèle, picks him up from school, he has his hat and gloves and scarf and sweater, his coat and knapsack and books and crayons, and a drawing of a cat he made that morning. Adèle makes Simon promise to try not to lose anything. But as they make their way home, distractions cause Simon to leave something behind at every stop. What will they tell their mother?
When Simon's older sister, Adèle, picks him up from school, he has his hat and gloves and scarf and sweater, his coat and knapsack and books and crayons, and a drawing of a cat he made that morning. Adèle makes Simon promise to try not to lose anything. But as they make their way home, distractions cause Simon to leave something behind at every stop. What will they tell their mother?
Paris-Chien: adventures of an ex-pat dog
by Jackie Clarke Mancuso.
When Hudson, an adventurous and adorable terrier, moves to Paris, he loves the new sights and smells. But when he tries to make friends, he discovers the Parisian dogs only speak French. Though initially disheartened, little Hudson's desire to make friends is so strong that he goes to French class. Things begin to look up and Hudson becomes a Parisien or "Paris-Chien"
When Hudson, an adventurous and adorable terrier, moves to Paris, he loves the new sights and smells. But when he tries to make friends, he discovers the Parisian dogs only speak French. Though initially disheartened, little Hudson's desire to make friends is so strong that he goes to French class. Things begin to look up and Hudson becomes a Parisien or "Paris-Chien"
Mirette on the High Wire
by Emily Arnold McCully.
One day, a mysterious stranger arrives at a boardinghouse of the widow Gateau—a sad-faced stranger, who keeps to himself. When the widow’s daughter, Mirette, discovers him crossing the courtyard on air, she begs him to teach her how he does it.
One day, a mysterious stranger arrives at a boardinghouse of the widow Gateau—a sad-faced stranger, who keeps to himself. When the widow’s daughter, Mirette, discovers him crossing the courtyard on air, she begs him to teach her how he does it.
This is Paris
by Miroslav Sasek.
With the same wit and perception that distinguished his charming books on London, New York, and San Francisco, here this famous Czech painter presents his impressions of Paris in This Is Paris, first published in 1959 and now updated for the 21st century.
With the same wit and perception that distinguished his charming books on London, New York, and San Francisco, here this famous Czech painter presents his impressions of Paris in This Is Paris, first published in 1959 and now updated for the 21st century.
Anatole
by Eve Titus, illustrated by Paul Galdone.
Anatole is a most honorable mouse. When he realizes that humans are upset by mice sampling their leftovers, he is shocked! He must provide for his beloved family--but he is determined to find a way to earn his supper. And so he heads for the tasting room at the Duvall Cheese Factory. On each cheese, he leaves a small note--"good," "not so good," "needs orange peel"-and signs his name...
Anatole is a most honorable mouse. When he realizes that humans are upset by mice sampling their leftovers, he is shocked! He must provide for his beloved family--but he is determined to find a way to earn his supper. And so he heads for the tasting room at the Duvall Cheese Factory. On each cheese, he leaves a small note--"good," "not so good," "needs orange peel"-and signs his name...
Dodsworth in Paris
by Tim Egan.
Dodsworth and his (crazy) friend the duck have just arrived in Paris. It is their first time in the City of Lights, and they are ready for some adventures magnifique!
Dodsworth and his (crazy) friend the duck have just arrived in Paris. It is their first time in the City of Lights, and they are ready for some adventures magnifique!
A Giraffe Goes to Paris
by Mary Tavener Holmes and John Harris, illustrated by Jon Cannell
The Little Prince
by Antoine de Saint-Exupery. Richard Howard's translation of the beloved classic beautifully reflects Saint-Exupéry's unique and gifted style. Howard, an acclaimed poet and one of the preeminent translators of our time, has excelled in bringing the English text as close as possible to the French, in language, style, and most important, spirit.
The Family Under the Bridge
by Natalie Savage Carlson.
The Family Under the Bridge by Natalie Savage Carlson.
The Family Under the Bridge by Natalie Savage Carlson.
PARIS Everything you ever wanted to know
Not-For-Parents PARIS Everything you ever wanted to know by Lonely Planet
The Cat Who Walked Across France
by Kate Banks, illustrated by Georg Hallensleben. An unforgettable tour of France
The cat and the old woman have lived happily together for many years in the stone house by the sea. But when the old woman dies, the cat is packed up with her belongings and sent north to the village where she was born. Soon he is forgotten. He walks the streets aimlessly until, spurred by memories and a longing to return to the place he knows and loves, the cat embarks on a journey to find the home he was taken away from.
The cat and the old woman have lived happily together for many years in the stone house by the sea. But when the old woman dies, the cat is packed up with her belongings and sent north to the village where she was born. Soon he is forgotten. He walks the streets aimlessly until, spurred by memories and a longing to return to the place he knows and loves, the cat embarks on a journey to find the home he was taken away from.
Charlotte in Paris
by Joan MacPhail Knight, illustrated by Melissa Sweet. t's 1892. Charlotte and her family have lived abroad in the famous artist colony in Giverny, France, for a year, when an exciting invitation arrives. The celebrated impressionist Mary Cassatt is having an exhibition in Paris. While in Paris...
Charlotte in Giverny
by Joan MacPhail Knight, illustrated by Melissa Sweet. It's 1892 and Charlotte is bound for Monet's famous artist colony in Giverny, France, where painters like her father are flocking to learn the new style of painting called Impressionism.
Everybody Bonjours!
by Leslie Kimmelman and Sarah McMenemy. Shop a fancy France-y store. Eat a pretty petit four. Discover! Sightsee! Explore! On this fun and friendly tour, everybody says “Bonjour!” Whether at a soccer stadium (“players scoring”), a crêpe stand (“batter pouring”), or strolling the Champs d’ Elysee (where folks “bonjour” in every store), a little girl and her family are welcomed everywhere with the signature French greeting.
A Walk in Paris
by Salvatore Rubbino. Vive la France! Join a girl and her grandfather on a walking tour through Paris. Follow them as they climb to the top of Notre Dame—formidable!—sample tasty treats at bistros and pâtisseries—délicieux!—and take in a stunning view of the Eiffel Tower—magnifique!
E is for Eiffel Tower-A France Alphabet
by Helen L. Wilbur and Yan Nascimbene. From its achievements in architecture (Chartres Cathedral), science (Louis Pasteur), and literature (Marcel Proust), the country of France has had a profound impact on the world. E is for Eiffel Tower: A France Alphabet explores its venerable history and cultural heritage. Sumptuous artwork magnifies each letter topic's poem and expository text.
Where is the Eiffel Tower?
by Dina Anastasio and Tim Foley. Learn about the Eiffel Tower, beloved and iconic symbol of Paris, France, and one of the most recognizable structures in the world!
52 Weeks of Family French
by Eileen McAree. Start speaking French today! 52 Weeks of Family French contains small, weekly lessons that will get you and your family speaking and understanding French right away
Meet the Artist - Henri Matisse
by Patricia Geis. Henri Matisse: Meet the Artist! takes young readers of all ages on a colorful interactive journey through the work of the beloved French painter and sculptor. Featuring flaps, cutouts, and pull tabs, this engaging pop-up book covers Matisse's entire artistic career, including his paintings, drawings, sculptures, and paper cutouts, as well as the story of his lifelong friendship with Pablo Picasso.
The Magical Garden of Claude Monet
by Laurence Anholt. Julie lives in Paris, but she longs to walk in a beautiful country garden. When her mother takes her on a visit to rural Giverny, Julie discovers a beautiful garden and befriends the man she believes is the gardener. In fact, he is the garden's owner, the immortal artist Claude Monet.
Katie Meets the Impressionists
by James Mayhew. Join Katie as she steps into some of the most famous paintings in the world for an exciting art adventure! Katie would love to give Grandma a bunch of flowers for her birthday - but just where will she find the perfect bouquet? If only she were able to gather some flowers from the beautiful paintings in the gallery...
Renoir and the Boy with the Long Hair
by Wendy Wax, illustrated by Nancy Lane. Jean, this story's handsome, long-haired little boy, happens to have a very famous father--the artist Pierre Auguste Renoir. But the boy also has a problem. Despite Jean's many protests, his father thinks Jean's hair is too beautiful to be cut short.
Linnea in Monet’s Garden
by Christina Bjork, illustrated by Lena Anderson, translated by Joan Sandin
The Fantastic Jungles of Henri Rousseau
by Michelle Markel, illustrated by Amanda Hall. Henri Rousseau wanted to be an artist. But he had no formal training. Instead, he taught himself to paint. He painted until the jungles and animals and distant lands in his head came alive on the space of his canvases.
Chasing Degas
by Eva Montanari. Monsieur Degas likes to paint the students while they practice in ballet class―they’ve inspired many of his beautiful paintings. But one day he mistakenly leaves his bag of paints in the dance studio and instead takes a young ballerina’s bag, which contains her new tutu for the evening’s recital!
Paris in the Spring with Picasso
by Joan Yolleck, illustrated by Marjorie Priceman. This evocative portrait of the artists that made Paris tick in the early 20th century is a perfect introduction to the world of contemporary art and literature . . . and to Paris!
Henri’s Walk to Paris
by Leonore Klein, illustrated by Saul Bass. Henri’s Walk to Paris is the story of a young boy who lives in Reboul, France, who dreams of going to Paris. One day, after reading a book about Paris, he decides to pack a lunch and head for the city.
The Journey that Saved Curious George
The Journey that Saved Curious George: The True Wartime Escape of Margaret and H. A. Rey by Louise W. Borden, illustrated by Allan Drummond.
Marguerite Makes a Book
by Bruce Robertson, illustrated by Kathryn Hewitt. Paris in the 1400s. A young girl named Marguerite delights in assisting her father, Jacques, in his craft: illuminating manuscripts for the nobility of France.
Joan of Arc by Demi
As a young girl in a small village in France, Joan prayed daily that France would be delivered from the English and Burgundian invaders who were ravishing the country. When Joan was thirteen, she had a life-changing experience.
Who was Joan of Arc?
by Pam Pollack and Meg Belviso, illustrated by Andrew Thomson.
The Grand Mosque of Paris
The Grand Mosque of Paris: A Story of How Muslims Rescued Jews During the Holacaust by Karen Gray Ruelle and Deborah Durland DeSaix.
The Invention of Hugo Cabret
by Brian Selznick. Orphan, clock keeper, and thief, Hugo lives in the walls of a busy Paris train station, where his survival depends on secrets and anonymity. But when his world suddenly interlocks with an eccentric, bookish girl and a bitter old man who runs a toy booth in the station, Hugo's undercover life, and his most precious secret, are put in jeopardy.
Marie Curie (Little People, Big Dreams)
by Isabel Sanchez Vegara and Frau Isa. In this international bestseller from the critically acclaimed Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Marie Curie, the Nobel Prize–winning scientist.
Asterix and the Gaul
by Rene Goscinny, illustrated by Albert Uderzo. Or any of the Asterix series!
Cathedral: The Story of Its Construction
by David Macauley. Readers worldwide recognize Caldecott Medal winner David Macaulay's imaginary Cathedral of Chutreaux. This critically acclaimed book has been translated into a dozen languages and remains a classic of children's literature and a touchstone for budding architects. Cathedral's numerous awards include a prestigious Caldecott Honor and designation as a New York Times Best Illustrated Book of the Year for Macaulay's intricate pen-and-ink illustrations.
You Wouldn’t Want to be Joan of Arc!
You Wouldn’t Want to Be Joan of Arc! A Mission You Might Want to Miss by Fiona MacDonald, illustrated by David Antram
France movies playlist
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The Red Balloon (Le ballon rouge) (1956)
Albert Lamorisse's exquisite The Red Balloon remains one of the most beloved children's films of all time. In this deceptively simple, nearly wordless tale, a young boy discovers a stray balloon, which seems to have a mind of its own, on the streets of Paris. The two become inseparable, yet the world's harsh realities finally interfere.
The Aristocats (1970)
A pedigreed cat and her kittens are catnapped by a greedy butler.
The Hunchback of Notre Dame (1996)
Madeline (1998)
Fearless Madeline (Hatty Jones) is the heroine of this family comedy about a Parisian schoolgirl and her classmates. Based on Ludwig Bemelman's classic book series.
Asterix et Obelix contre Cesar (1999)
Asterix et Obelix contre Cesar (1999)
Tom Thumb (Le petit pouset) (2001)
Tom Thumb (Le petit pouset) (2001)
To Be and to Have (Etre et avoir) (2002)
A charming and intimate portrait of a single-class primary school in rural France and its inspirational teacher, the remarkable and wise Georges Lopez, whose patient and enlightened methods highlight a genuine affection for his young charges.
The Triplets of Belleville
The Triplets of Belleville (Les triplettes de Belleville) (2003). When her bicycle-enthusiast grandson is kidnapped by mysterious henchmen, an old woman is aided in her search by her faithful dog and three eccentric divas.
Fox and the Child (Le renard et L’Enfant) (2007)
A 10-year-old girl who wants to know sets out to befriend a beautiful wild fox she names Lily. Lily leads her human companion on adventures bold, funny and even sometimes scary.
A Cat in Paris (Une vie de Chat) (2011)
From the animation studio Folimage comes a beautifully hand-drawn caper set in the alleyways of Paris. Dino is a cat that leads a double life. By day he lives with a little girl named Zoe, but at night Dino works with Nico, a cat burglar.
Ratatouille (2007)
In one of Paris' finest restaurants, Remy, a determined rat, dreams of becoming a renowned French chef. Torn between his family and his true calling, Remy and his pal Linguini set in motion a hilarious chain of events.
A Monster in Paris
A Monster in Paris (Une Monstre a Paris) (2011).
Paris;1910. Panic sweeps the city as floodwaters rise and a monster is on the loose!
Paris;1910. Panic sweeps the city as floodwaters rise and a monster is on the loose!
Hugo (2011)
Set in 1930s Paris, an orphan who lives in the walls of a train station is wrapped up in a mystery involving his late father and a robot.
Curated Youtube playlist about France
What caused the French Revolution? - Tom Mullaney
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The French Revolution: Crash Course World History #29
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History vs. Napoleon Bonaparte - Alex Gendler
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The genius of Marie Curie - Shohini Ghose
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Geography Now! France
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Destination France | National Geographic
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The Eiffel Tower for Kids: Famous World Landmarks for Children - FreeSchool
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France: 10 Interesting Facts about French History, Customs and Places to See
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France - Explore the World from Home
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The French Revolution: Crash Course World History #29
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