LibGuides: LOTE: French

Mr Genicot's Blog

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M. Genicot's blog compiles resources to assist with your French learning.

Lire | Read

Apprendre le Français
Le Journal du Dimanche
Elle
1 Jour 1 Actu
Le Monde des ados
GeoAdo
20 Minutes
Also available as an app in iTunes and Google Play.

Find more reading material here:

Français en ligne
Vous trouverez dans cette rubrique des activités de compréhension écrite ainsi que des ressources pour trouver des textes à partir desquels travailler.

Links to other French language media outlets for you to practise your reading.

Ecouter | Listen

SBS French Radio
3ZZZ Community Radio
Download the weekly Mauritian show to listen whenever you want
French Word of the Day
Visit this page each day to learn new French vocabulary, or get new words delivered to you every day via email. Hear words alone and in a sentence.
French Vibes
Subscribe to this free podcast to listen to French music.

Regarder | Watch

The BBC have created a series of short films to help you improve your French. Filmed in France, in French. Visit their website for more.

French Audio Resources

French Audio Resources
Our French Readers provide access to written French in a variety of different levels and difficulties. You can borrow these from the Nora Collisson Centre. Some of our higher level readers are also available as digital audiobooks. These are recommended if you are studying VCE French. Discuss with your French teacher if you need guidance about which level is best for you.
Visit the NCC to borrow the books, then click through to listen to the recordings.
PLEASE NOTE: You will need to enter a password in order to access the audio files. You can find the password at our Offsite Access Guide.
Password Information for French Audio Resources
Click this link, then download the password document. You will need to be logged into your Lowther Hall account.

Need further help? Please visit the Nora Collisson Centre or email us.

How do I?

Type French characters in Word docs and emails

French Language Magazines

Do you know that the Nora Collisson Centre subscribes to a selection of French language magazines to help you practise your French? You can find print copies available to borrow from the Nora Collisson Centre, or click on the links below for online access.

Mon Quotidien
Mon Quotidien, or My Daily, is a short newspaper, published daily in French. Written for young people, reading it is a good way to practise your French while keep up-to-date about current affairs.Click through for digital copies or visit the NCC for print editions.

Cosmopolitan
Practice your French with the French edition of this iconic fashion and entertainment magazine. Available in print in the NCC.
Geo Ado
Geo Ado is the magazine for kids who dream of exploring the world. Awaken to the beauty of the planet and sensitize yourself to what’s at stake for our environment. Available in print in the NCC.

Recommended Apps

20 Minutes

News, Politics, Sports and Entertainment, on your mobile, in French!

Available an as app for Apple, Android and Google devices. Find the download links here.

French Culture

Festivals and Celebrations in France
The official French website lists upcoming celebrations and festivals

Flash Cards

Flash Card Stash
View lists of French vocabulary created by other users, or create an account to save words and sentences that you choose.
Highly recommended!

French News & Radio

MSN France
The latest current affairs and entertainment news, in French
Radio France International
News articles and radio programs in French and English

French Blogs

Dear France, sweet country of my childhood
Blog posts in French and English by two French Australians.
My French Life
Come with us to discover French lifestyle beyond the cliché. There's so much more to France than meets the eye. (No longer updated, but still some useful content to browse.)
French Word-a-Day
Highlights fun, interesting, and useful French words, combined with tales of life in France. Sign up for the free newsletter.