Learning French for Kids: Food, Animals, and Activities

Bonjour, les enfants! Ready to embark on a fun and exciting journey to learn French? We're going to explore some common French words and phrases that are perfect for kids of all ages. So, grab your crayons, get comfy, and let's dive in!

Food Fun

Food is a universal language, and French is no exception! Here are some delicious French words to start with:

English	French	Pronunciation
Apple	Pomme	Pom (like 'pom' in 'pom pom')
Banana	Banane	Bah-nahn
Orange	Orange	Oh-rahnj
Milk	Lait	Lay
Bread	Pain	Pan

Now, let's try a simple phrase:

Je veux un… (I want a…)

For example, you can say:

Je veux un pomme. (I want an apple.)

Je veux un banane. (I want a banana.)

Animal Adventures

Let's explore the animal kingdom with some adorable French words:

English	French	Pronunciation
Cat	Chat	Shah
Dog	Chien	She-an
Bird	Oiseau	Wah-zo
Fish	Poisson	Pwa-son
Horse	Cheval	She-val

Let's try another phrase:

C’est un… (It’s a…)

For example:

C’est un chat. (It’s a cat.)

C’est un chien. (It’s a dog.)

Outdoor Fun

Time for some outdoor adventures! Here are some French words for activities:

English	French	Pronunciation
Play	Jouer	Zhoo-ay
Run	Courir	Koo-ree
Jump	Sauter	So-tay
Swim	Nager	Nah-jay
Bike	Vélo	Vay-lo

Let's use a fun phrase:

J’aime… (I like…)

For example:

J’aime jouer. (I like to play.)

J’aime courir. (I like to run.)

Now, go out there and practice your new French words! Don’t be afraid to make mistakes; everyone starts somewhere. Keep exploring, keep learning, and have fun with French!