Looking to spice up your French class with exciting Halloween activities this year?
If you're seeking alternatives to the typical paper plate spiders, I have five thrilling activities that are sure to be a hit with your students. While prioritizing fun, these resources also offer a plethora of vocabulary and cultural content. With these engaging activities, you can create an immersive learning experience that celebrates the Halloween spirit while expanding your students' language skills. Get ready to infuse your French class with a dose of festive excitement!
La Toussaint et Halloween en France Activity Packet
Are you curious about La Toussaint? Wondering who celebrates it and how? Look no further, as I have a set of engaging activities designed to help your students uncover the meaning behind this celebration. La Toussaint, also known as All Saints' Day, holds cultural significance in French-speaking countries. This bilingual activity packet is ideal for both Core French and French Immersion students, allowing them to explore the traditions and customs associated with this holiday. Through interactive exercises and discussions, your students will gain a deeper understanding of La Toussaint while honing their language skills.
Les Catacombes de Paris Scavenger Hunt Activity - French Culture – Webquest
With a total of 12 questions and two drawing activities, this webquest offers a comprehensive exploration of Les Catacombes de Paris. An answer key is provided for easy grading. The webquest can be completed in a computer lab, using a mobile lab, or by allowing students to use their own electronic devices. Get ready to embark on an immersive journey, uncovering the mysteries of Les Catacombes de Paris!
Great resource! I incorporated this into a Halloween lesson with my Honors French 2 class. They really enjoyed it!
— Lauren C.
FRENCH Virtual Field Trip to Les CATACOMBES de Paris! Excursion Virtuelle!
This was a lot of fun to use around Halloween! My students are very interested in the Catacombs and this kept them engaged.
-Melissa L.
Get ready to embark on a thrilling French Virtual Field Trip to the mysterious les Catacombes de Paris! This comprehensive 27-page PowerPoint Presentation, entirely in French, serves as a captivating introduction to this fascinating underground world.
The presentation includes clear teacher directions to guide you through the experience, ensuring a seamless and engaging journey for your students. It kicks off with an anticipatory set and thought-provoking questions to spark curiosity and set the stage for exploration.
As students delve deeper into the presentation, they'll discover intriguing facts about les Catacombes de Paris, immersing themselves in the history and significance of this unique site. To enhance the experience, the presentation includes a link to a video showcasing the catacombs, allowing students to virtually explore the underground labyrinth.
For an added touch, a short video of the movie Le Bossu de Notre Dame, featuring a musical scene set in les Catacombes, is also included. This cinematic snippet adds a touch of excitement and cultural context to the virtual field trip.
As the virtual journey comes to a close, the presentation offers suggestions for closing activities, allowing students to reflect on their experience and further engage with the topic.
Cimetière du Père Lachaise Interactive Poster | French Project
Le Cimetière du Père Lachaise poster allows students to conduct research about the place’s creation, what it’s famous for, and any other significant details about its appearance or use. Students then transfer this information onto their poster and use their creativity to bring this French place to life on poster paper.
This project is available in English and French to allow students at all French language levels to participate.
Around the outline of the monument are places for students to write information about it. A graphic organizer is included to help students plan out their writing before putting it on their poster. Simply have students research the monument, plan out their writing, transfer writing onto the poster, and then add color and detail to their posters.
This resource also includes reflection questions and teaching tips.
French with Elise Podcast Episode 8 Le Cimetière du Père Lachaise - Activity Set
This activity set has been specifically designed to complement the eighth episode of the French with Elise Podcast. You can easily access this episode for free on Spotify, iTunes, or directly on my website!
Within this module, you will discover a variety of engaging activities that enhance your students learning experience. These activities include:
- Vocabulary flashcards, which correspond to the vocabulary covered in the episode.
- A game called "Help the Skeleton Find Its Grave," where guide the skeleton to its correct resting place.
- A vocabulary exercise that challenges you to use clues to fill in the missing words.
- A cultural activity that encourages you to search the internet for information that is missing.
- Another cultural activity that invites you to research and write about what famous people buried in the Pere Lachaise Cemetery are known for.
- An artistic endeavor where you can let your creativity shine by creating a unique-looking grave.
By tapping into the excitement surrounding Halloween, you can create a dynamic learning environment that sparks enthusiasm and motivates students to actively participate. These activities provide opportunities for students to practice speaking, listening, reading, and writing in French while immersing themselves in the festive atmosphere.
Happy Halloween and bonne chance with your French class activities!