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Resources for teaching French and German at KS2.
Coombe Girls School and Language College. June 2005.
TEACHING RESOURCES.
Auf die Plätze!: German resources for Key Stage 2/3 Kirk, Graeme S. F.
Worksheet copymasters. Arranged in 14 units, with pupil record sheet in each unit, and answer key to exercises. The units follow topics encompassed by NC Areas of Experience.
Auf die Plätze!: Hör zu!: German listening resources Kirk, Graeme S. F.
Material set at Nat Curriculum levels 1-3),. Provides for activities (incl. answers) within familiar beginners' topics.
Das Krabbelmäuse Liederbuch: 100 quicklebendige Lieder für die Kleinen Jöcker, Detlev Songbook and CD grouped thematically (i.e. those whch lend themselves to 'rounds'; those which go with familiar tunes; those involving greetings.....) They are also indexed alphabetically
Der Kinder Club
Material used in Der Kinder Club(equivalent to Le club français) sessions. Includes songs, chants (e.g. A, B, C...) and dialogues.
100 Ideas for French. Morrison, Helen
Provides guidance for the non-specialist teacher in the primary school. Ideas for 100 flexible activities/tasks, supported by worksheet copymasters. Most emphasise oral skills, but there are also multi-skill opportunities
Chantez plus fort! Bevis, Rosemary
Contains 20 songs (16 original). Provides for learners in primary schools and KS3, with particular reference to the KS2 scheme of work. The songbook includes notes for teachers, worksheet copymasters, translations of the songs and a page of 'petits dialogues' for listening and speaking work.
Early start French Rowe, Ilsa
Flexible course for young beginners in primary and special schools. Provides substantial linguistic and methodological support for non-specialist teachers. Additional cultural content relating to Northern France is accessible on the publisher's website , pack comes with CD for pronunciation, songs and an excellent video.
Rhythm & rhyme. Cynthia Martin.
This is full of great songs, and games and chants to familiar tunes. In German and French.
The Language Stickers Company: 41 Station Road, Arlesey, Bedfordshire, SG15 6RG. Tel/Fax: 01462 733401.They have a range of stickers, stampers, posters, bookmarks and resources for classroom displays
E-mail: sales@language-stickers.co.uk
Website: http://www.language-stickers.co.uk
ICT
The list below offers a selection of software available, for further resources see the Nacell website.
• Launchpad German.
Launchpad is aimed at children aged 8 and upwards who are beginning language learning. The course is split into 3 progressive discs that follow the National Curriculum Key Stages 2 and 3 for foreign languages. Also available in French, Italian and Spanish. For ages 8-14
Vektor www.vektor.com
01257 232222
• German Vocabulary Builder.
Has a variety of exercises to build up vocabulary: shooting Gallery, Crosswords, MemoPad and AudioPad which can be used to perfect pronunciation by using the various playback and recording modes. Also available in French and Spanish.
Intense Educational www.intense.co.uk
Fax: 01425 280928
• Pilote interactive.
A series of 4 interactive CD-ROMs, suitable for use with learners in Key stages 1 and 2. Provides opportunities for the development of linguistic, ICT and numeracy skills, based on the practice of topic based vocabulary and simple structures. Matches the QCA non-statutory guidelines Audio and video resources, with interactive games, support specialist and non-specialist teachers in primary and special schools. Cultural background material is accessible via links to website. Will run on Windows PC or Apple Power Mac
Kent Educational TV www.ketv.co.uk
01304 202827
• Let's learn French.
Multimedia picture dictionary for introducing children to a wealth of basic vocabulary. The CD-ROM has cartoon-quality animation and sound. Also available in German and Spanish
GSP (Global Software Publishing) www.gsp.cc
01480 496 666
• Houlala.
Devised with the needs of the non-specialist primary teacher in mind, Houlala introduces young learners to new vocabulary through alien creatures and the planets they inhabit using interactive activities and games. For ages 6-12.
Linguascope www.linguascope.com/houlala
• C'est Français , French Fun, French vocabulary for beginners.
Each of these resources provides sets of photocopiable worksheets. The first consists of 4 'volumes', based on the vocabulary covered in the units of the QCA scheme of work for Key stage 2. The other two provide both worksheets and flashcards for vocabulary practice activities. Will run on Windows PC or Apple Mac. Each resource is available separately, or as part of a complete package
Keynotes Education www.copiable.com
01566 776932
The following documents give ICT vocabulary in the target language. This could be displayed in the computer room and gradually introduced with any ICT activities.
http://www.becta.org.uk/page_documents/sayit/french.pdf
http://www.becta.org.uk/page_documents/sayit/german.pdf
There are vast numbers of websites aimed at teaching MFL at KS2. Below are some sites you may find useful.
Sites for pupil use.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/primaryfrench/
There are some excellent student resources, songs, raps and worksheets on this site specifically designed for primary language learning. Presently available in French and Spanish only.
http://www.boowakwala.com/
Click on the French flag and join Boowa the dog and his little friend, Kwala, for fantastic interactive games and activities. There is a round-the-world story, songs and new games each month
http://www.kidsweb.de/
There are several games and activities here for young learners which may need adapting.
Sites for teacher support and resources.
http://www.dfes.gov.uk/languages/
On this website you will find information about the National Languages Strategy and all the activities which are currently taking place to assist with its implementation. You will also find general information and resources on all aspects of language learning and teaching
http://www.fodors.com/language/
This site has a variety of useful phrases in French, German, Spanish and Italian. Select a language then click on the words to hear them pronounced.
www.atantot.com
This site has videos and activities designed for use on the interactive whiteboard
http://tre.ngfl.gov.uk
This website has prepared resources on word, PowerPoint and active studio aimed specifically at primary language learning.
http://www.teachingideas.co.uk/foreignlanguages/contents.htm
There are loads of ideas here for teaching MFL.
These resources are merely a sample of those available, for further ideas and information, check http://www.nacell.org.uk
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