France

Here is a list of the resources we used, videos we watched, and activities we did in our study of France.

Travel Book Pages

Every time we begin our “travels” to a new country, we always do the same 5 things:

1) Find the flag sticker for the country we are going to travel to, and stick it in our

2) Set up a pretend airplane and sing our "All Around the World" song as we pretend to fly to our destination.

3) Assemble our first travel book page, with the name of the country, the flag, country outline, and the pictures of people dressed in traditional costume.

>> France Travel Page 01 - Country Profile Page

4) Have a fun little country themed scavenger hunt! (featured below)

5) Assemble our second travel book page. Although, this page we usually do on our LAST day of learning about the country, since the kids like to pretend that they took all these pictures while they were visiting the country, so this second page is a place for them to “scrapbook” their memories of what they did on their adventure.

>> France Travel Page 02 - Scrapbook Page

France Scavenger Hunt

France Scavenger Hunt. We always like to do a scavenger hunt when learning about a new country. This is the scavenger hunt we put together for France.

Let’s Take a Journey: France (Miacademy)

Let’s Take a Journey: France. Let’s learn about what life is like for kids in France.

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>> Video for Kids to Learn About France and the French Culture (Happy Kids Videos)
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France for Kids (Professor Propeller’s Planet)

France for Kids. Fun, interesting facts for kids about French food, language, history, people and art in France.

'To France I'll Go' Geography and Culture Song
(JEOGRAPHY Songs)

'To France I'll Go ' Geography and Culture Song. Composed in the style of traditional French music, this song gives a basic overview of the geography, culture, landmarks, icons, and famous historical figures of Australia.

Hogie Goes to Paris (Hogie the Globehopper)

Hogie Goes to Paris. Join Hogie and friends as they help fix the lights on the Eiffel Tower, and have a great time visiting Paris and learning a lot of fun facts about France.

Are We There Yet? | France (Travel Kids)

Are We There Yet? | France. Rosie and Julian explore a park in Paris, have fun playing petanque, feed some goats, and watching a famous French puppet show. C'est bon.

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France for Kids | An Amazing and Quick Video About Life in France
(Learning Tail)

France for Kids. Learn about French food, traditions, and culture. Experience life in France through the eyes of French people! Our videos are made for kids, a learning guide about France, especially for our lovely young travelers.

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>> Wondering Where Do French People Live? (Learning Tail)

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>> France | Song on Countries (AppuSeries)
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>> Paris Tour Bus Song (Pinkfong)
>> France: Bonjour, Barney! (Barney the Dinosaur)

France National Anthem (BlueMarble Nathions)

France National Anthem. Listen to the national anthem of France, with English translation on the screen.

Sandcastle Superstar (Super Wings)

Sandcastle Superstar. Jett delivers a package to France, where a little boy wants to build the biggest and best sandcastle ever, but can Jett and his team save the sandcastle from a giant wave?

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A Day in Paris (Jumping Places)

A Day in Paris. My kids are a big fan of "Jumping Places". They just give casual tours of locations around the world, and this episode is all about their visit to the top attractions in Paris, France.

Tour of Paris for Kids (Bedtime History)

Tour of Paris for Kids. This video offers a virtual tour through the heart of Paris, introducing kids to many of the famous landmarks in this beautiful city.

For Older Students:

>> Paris: Embracing Life and Art (Rick Steves' Europe)

The Eiffel Tower | Fun Facts, Stair Climb, & Elevator to the Summit
(Elementary Explorers)

The Eiffel Tower | Fun Facts, Stair Climb, & Elevator to the Summit. Come along with us as we climb the stairs to the second floor and then take the elevator all the way to the summit (the tip top!) of the Eiffel Tower! Along the way, Josiah and Eleanor share some fun facts about the tower with you.

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KeeKee Fun Facts: The Eiffel Tower (KeeKee’s Big Adventures)

KeeKee Fun Facts: The Eiffel Tower. KeeKee the cat teaches kids some interesting fun facts about the Eiffel Tower in Paris, France.

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>> The Eiffel Tower for Kids (Homeschool Pop)
>> What’s Inside the Eiffel Tower? (Jared Owen)

I Built Paris Out of Lego – In Paris! (Half-Asleep Chris)

I Built Paris Out of Lego – In Paris! An entertaining look at the construction of Lego as art. Watch as Christ builds a giant treasure

Lego/Duplo Eiffel Tower (Playdough to Plato)

Lego/Duplo Eiffel Tower. Legos and Duplos are always such a great addition to our classroom. This website gives “challenge cards” that kids can use to make famous landmarks from around the world, but even without the challenge cards, a fun addition to any class about France could be to have your kids try and build their own version of the Eiffel Tower out of legos.

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How to Draw the Eiffel Tower (Art for Kids Hub)

How to Draw the Eiffel Tower. Art for Kids Hub makes drawing easy and fun for kids. In this episode, kids will learn how to draw the Eiffel Tower.

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Madeline at the Eiffel Tower (WildBrain Kids)

Madeline at the Eiffel Tower. After Madeline performs a successful science experiment dropping an egg off the balcony of the old house without breaking it, Pepito dares her to drop her egg off the top of the Eiffel Tower, and the two end up getting stuck in an elevator.

Note: Watching any of the old classic Madeline shows can be a great way to learn about French culture. There are also common French words used throughout the episodes, which can be a great way to introduce children to the French language.

Our Favorite Madeline Episodes Include::

>> Madeline’s Rescue (WildBrain Kids)
>> Madeline’s Birthday at the Zoo (WildBrain Kids)

>> Madeline Gets Sick (WildBrain Kids)
>> Madeline and the Lost Crown (WildBrain Kids)
>> Madeline at the Louvre (WildBrain Kids)
>> Madeline and the Dog Show (WildBrain Kids)
>> Madeline on Safari (WildBrain Kids)
>> Madeline at the Hotel Riche (WildBrain Kids)
>> Madeline and the Old Violin (WildBrain Kids)

>> Madeline and the Wedding (WildBrain Kids)

Paris' Fake Statues of Liberty (Half-Asleep Chris)

Paris' Fake Statues of Liberty. Why is this here?! Why are there replicas of the Statue of Liberty in Paris? Find out in this video.

Kids Try French Food (HiHo Kids)

Kids Try French Food. Exactly what the title suggests -- American kids are given common French foods to try. Watch their genuine reactions to French cuisine.

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>> Wondering What French People Eat? (Learning Tail)
>> French Food Tour in Paris, France - By a Local (Lucile)
>> Paris Food Guide: 15 Must-Try French Foods - By a Local (Lucile)
>> Five of the Best Street Food Finds in Paris (Great Big Story)

>> The Best Baguette in Paris (Great Big Story)
>> The BEST Bakeries in Paris (Preppy Kitchen)

I Trained A Rat To Cook Ratatouille (Nick DiGiovanni)

I Trained A Rat To Cook Ratatouille. Yes, you read that right, and yes, it’s a real, living, breathing rat! This chef, Nick DiGiovanni, spent a year teaching a rat how to cook the French dish, Ratatouille.

How to Make Ratatouille | Disney Inspired Recipe (Fablunch)

How to Make Ratatouille. Learn how to make Ratatouille in as close to the same style we see in the Pixar/Disney movie, Ratatouille.

For exact measurements and the complete recipe, visit the FabLunch website.

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Ratatouille Characters (Art by Jerrod Maruyama)

Ratatouille Characters. Think stick puppets! With this image you could easily print, cut, and laminate to create play figures or stick puppets to go with any Ratatouille themed lesson. Characters include: Chef Remy, Colette. Linguini, Chef Gusteau, Chef Skinner, Anton Ego and even Remy's brother Emile.

(Source: Dan the Pixar Fan)

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12 Regions of France Explained (Les Frenchies)

12 Regions of France Explained. Paris is NOT France! There is so much more to France than just the city of Paris, and the rest of France is WORTH knowing about! So let's join Antoine and Colleen Dupont, as they introduce us to the 12 beautiful regions of France.

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>> Top 10 Most Iconic Foods You Must Try in Paris (Les Frenchies)
>> We Tried the Best Escargot Restaurant in Paris (Les Frenchies)
>> We Tried the Best Macarons Paris Has to Offer (Les Frenchies)

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>> Provence | France's Most Beautiful Region (JayWay Travel)

>> 20 Must See Places to Visit in France (Our Bucket List) (Les Frenchies)

>> Ten Myths About the French That Americans Think Are True (Les Frenchies)

>> Facinating Cultural Differences Between the USA & France (Les Frenchies)

>> Why Parisians Are Rude to You, and the One Word That Fixes It (Les Frenchies)

>> Paris Walmart vs. USA Walmart (Les Frenchies)

>> Why We Left the USA and Moved to France (Les Frenchies)

>> Traveling to France's Most Fairy Tale Castles | Loire Valley (Les Frenchies)

>> We Visited Europe's Most Fairytale Like Villages in Alsace | Colmar & Riquewirh (Les Frenchies)

>> How to Visit Le Louvre in 2 Hours or Less (Les Frenchies)

St. Nicholas Russian Orthodox Cathedral in Nice, France (Rick Steves’ Europe)

St. Nicholas Russian Orthodox Cathedral in Nice, France. Take a look at this beautiful Russian Cathedral that sites in the heart of southern France.

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Kids Meet a Mime (HiHo Kids)

Kids Meet a Mime. A cute little video that shows how kids react, and interact, when they come face to face with a mime!

Classic Street Mime Routines (Derek Loughran)

Classic Street Mime Routines. Watch Derek Loughran, a professional mime, demonstrate some of the fan favorite mime routines.

Walking Like a Mime (Punchomime - Mime4Kids)

Walking Like a Mime. In this Mime lesson video, kids will use their imagination as they learn to walk like a Mime.

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Art Museum Tour (South Florida PBS)

Art Museum Tour. Open your classroom door to the Boca Raton Museum of Art. Come with Miss Penny and the KidVision Pre-K Kids to experience realistic art, abstract art, portraits and sculptures.

Why is the Mona Lisa so Famous? | Dr. Binocs Show (Peekaboo Kidz)

Why is the Mona Lisa so Famous? Dr. Binocs teaches kids about the history of the Mona Lisa painting and the history behind how it became the most famous painting in the world.

The Greatest Art Heist in History (Primal Space)

The Greatest Art Heist in History. Have you ever wondered how a single man managed to steal the Mona Lisa from the Louvre and disappear into the streets of Paris? In this video, we take you back to the summer of 1911 to learn about one of the greatest art heists in history.

Why the Musee d'Orsay is the Greatest Art Museum In The World
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Why the Musee d'Orsay is the Greatest Art Museum In The World. Nestled in the heart of Paris, this world-renowned museum is home to some of the most famous artworks in the world, featuring masterpieces by iconic artists such as Claude Monet, Van Gogh, Berthe Morisot, and Edgar Degas. Join us as we take a closer look at the stunning collection that captivates art lovers from around the globe.

Getting to Know Claude Monet (GettingtoKnow Inc)

Getting to Know Claude Monet. Learn about the famous French painter, Claude Monet, in this fun little animated video.

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Lego Art Museum Diorama Activity for Kids

This project was our own little creation. We watched a youtube video about creating a Mini Gallery, that was actually a kind of boring video but it gave us the idea to branch out and create our own mini art gallery that our little Lego people could visit. We even divided our little art museum into 4 different gallery rooms so that each of the kids could have their own little corner of the museum to decorate any way they wanted. I’ll admit, it was a lot of work, but we had so much fun creating this.

Famous Art (Lego Style!)

Famous Art (Lego Style!). Take a look at some fun parody, as various artists have recreated some of the world’s most famous paintings as Lego!

100,000 Piece LEGO Art Challenge! (Half-Asleep Chris)

100,000 Piece LEGO Art Challenge! An entertaining look at the construction of Lego as art. Watch as Christ builds a giant treasure map mosaic out of lego . . . and then goes on to build Elvis, Batman, a World Map, the Mona Lisa, Paddington Bear, the LEGO Logo, Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, a Giraffe, a QR Code, the Union Jack, Himself, and more, for a total of 100,000 LEGO pieces!

This Lego Kit Was Made For Artists (Kasey The Golden)

This Lego Kit Was Made For Artists. The whole reason why I even got into LEGO is because I wanted to created abstract art with it... only for LEGO to release a modern art kit two weeks after I did it! Hahaha, so of course I had to get it! What can I make with it?! Let's find out!

The Giraffe That Walked to Paris (The Joyful Bookshelf)

The Giraffe That Walked to Paris. This story, “The Giraffe That Walked to Paris” is based on a true story. The giraffe was named Zarafa, and was given as a gift to the king of France in 1824.

Louis Braille (Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum)

Louis Braille. Louis Braille shows Brad that it's possible to share a book he made with his friend Katie, who is blind.

Tour de France: A Beginner's Guide to the World's Most Famous Bike Race!
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Tour de France: A Beginner's Guide to the World's Most Famous Bike Race! The biggest race in the world, but there's a lot more to it than what meets the eye. In this video we dive into the rules and the history of the race in this complete beginner's guide.

French Music | France Travel Video | Uplifting Instrumental Music
(Visual Melodies)

French Music | Uplifting Instrumental Music. Listen to some beautiful traditional music from France. In our classroom, we like to listen to traditional music playing in the background as we’re working on our travel books or other activities.

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20 Musical Instruments of France (Learning Music Hub)

20 Musical Instruments of France. Learn about some of the interesting instruments from France.

French Numbers Song 1-20 (Learn French Through Music)

French Numbers Song 1-20. A cute, catchy little tune to help kids learn how to count to 20 in French.

Learn the Colors in French - Song (Professor Propeller's Planet)

Learn the Colors in French - Song. A catchy little tune to help kids learn (and remember) their colors, in French!

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Geometric Shapes for Kids (Smile and Learn - French)

Geometric Shapes for Kids. A fun, educational video for children, with which they will learn different geometric shapes, in French!

Learn French for Kids & Beginners (French with Mr Innes)

Learn French with Mr Innes. If you are looking for actual French lessons, this is a good place to start. It is a series of videos called, "French with Mr Innes". It's got 40 easy lessons that are entertaining enough to hold your attention as you learn a wide assortment of vocabulary words and conversational sentences in French.

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