French With Margot

Engaging Ideas for Kids and Adults Flashcards are one of the most powerful—and underrated—tools in language learning. Whether you’re learning French as a Second Language (FSL) or English as a Second Language (ESL) , flashcards turn vocabulary practice into something interactive, visual, and genuinely enjoyable. This guide is full of activities perfect for: parents who want to support French or English learning at home teachers working with FSL/ESL learners adults who enjoy hands-on, dynamic activities kids , including early learners who can’t read yet Let’s explore fun, practical ways to learn with flashcards at any age. Flashcard Games & Activities for Kids (FSL & ESL) 1. Flashcard Slam Spread picture or word flashcards around the room. Call out the word, and let students race to “slam” the correct card with their hand or a soft pointer. Why it works: Builds fast recall while letting kids burn energy. 2. Memory Hunt Hide flashcards around the classr...

 This year marks a special milestone for me — 30 years of teaching languages ! 🥳 In 1995, I walked into my very first classroom, armed with chalk, cassette tapes, and a lot of enthusiasm. I had no idea that this adventure would turn into three decades of helping people discover the joy of communicating in another language. It’s also the year I got married — so 1995 truly changed my life in more ways than one. Thirty years later, I’m celebrating both a personal and professional love story! ❤️ To celebrate, I thought I’d take you on a little trip back to 1995 — the year it all began — to remember what the world (and especially the world of music and culture) looked like back then. 🌍 The World in 1995 There were no smartphones, no YouTube, and no Google Translate. If you wanted to listen to a new song in English or French, you bought the CD or waited by the radio with your finger on the record button of your cassette player! Language classes were full of printed worksheets, ...