A fresh, modern approach to First Year Junior Cycle French that brings language learning to life
ANN MARIE CRONIN JANE MITCHELL
• Bonjour la France 1 is a new Junior Cycle French textbook for mixed-ability first-year classes dynamic and modern approach to language learning
• This book is fully aligned the new Junior Cycle Modern Foreign Languages (MFL) specification real life action oriented and task-based teaching integrated throughout. Look out for the La Tâche
• Each chapter clearly highlights the relevant learning outcomes across all strands
• Clear learning intentions and purposeful collaboration tasks help students reflect, build strong and track their progress
• Each unit integrates reading, writing, listening and speaking through varied tasks, cultural input real-world communication. Audio tracks are accessible directly through QR codes and on edcolearning.ie
• Grammar is presented in an integrated and accessible way, seamlessly woven into the language experience
• Meaningful pair and group real world work fostering peer-to-peer interaction throughout the
• Integration of authentic texts and Francophone culture throughout each unit to promote intercultural understanding and recognise cultural similarities and differences
• Designed to support differentiated teaching and with a visually appealing layout
• Includes a structured guide to the multi-modal Student Language Portfolio – all skills and tasks directly to their evolving personal record of achievement
Le Cahier Audio
A dedicated QR-enabled Audio Listening Book features numerous listening exercises as
Teacher’s Resource Book and digital resources
• A modern, student-centred resource that empowers learners and equips teachers with everything need for effective, outcomes-based language teaching
• Fully editable planning Schemes of Work
The Educational Company of Ireland
• Oral transcripts for all listening activities
• Solutions for all grammar, written, oral and listening activities
• Classroom tests
• Editable grammar vocabulary revision
• Integrated audio
JUNIOR CYCLE FRENCH
ANN MARIE CRONIN JANE MITCHELL
Bonjour la France 1 is a new Junior Cycle French textbook for mixed-ability first-year classes, offering a dynamic and modern approach to language learning.
Written by highly experienced teachers Ann Marie Cronin and Jane Mitchell, Bonjour la France 1 is fully aligned the new Junior Cycle Modern Foreign Languages (MFL) specification with scaffolded task-based teaching integrated throughout.
• Bonjour la France 1 is a new Junior Cycle French textbook for mixed-ability first-year classes, offering a dynamic and modern approach to language learning
• This book is fully aligned the new Junior Cycle Modern Foreign Languages (MFL) specification with scaffolded real life action oriented and task-based teaching integrated throughout. Look out for the La Tâche icon
• Each chapter clearly highlights the relevant learning outcomes
• Clear learning intentions and purposeful collaboration tasks help students reflect, build strong habits and track their progress
The exciting new package delivers everything students and teachers need for an interactive, motivating, and future-focused first year of French. It includes:
• Each unit integrates reading, writing, listening and speaking through varied tasks, cultural input and real-world communication. Audio tracks are accessible directly through QR codes and on edcolearning.ie
• Grammar is presented in an integrated and accessible way, seamlessly woven into the language learning experience
A Student Textbook
Aural Audio Book (Le Cahier Audio)
Free Student E-book
• Meaningful pair and group real world work fostering peer-to-peer interaction throughout the course
• Designed to support differentiated teaching and with a visually appealing layout
A Teacher’s Resource Book
Audio App
• Integration of authentic texts and Francophone culture throughout each unit to promote intercultural understanding and recognise cultural similarities and differences
Free Digital Resources
• Includes a structured guide to the multi-modal Student Language Portfolio – all skills and tasks contribute directly to their evolving personal record of achievement
• A modern, student-centred resource that empowers learners and equips teachers with everything they need for effective, outcomes-based language teaching
STUDENT TEXTBOOK
Le Cahier Audio
A dedicated QR-enabled
Teacher’s Resource Book and digital resources
Up-to-date and is fully aligned to the updated Learning Outcomes in the new Junior Cycle Modern Foreign Languages (MFL) specification
Audio Listening Book features numerous listening exercises as well as Exam-Style and Culture questions
• Fully editable planning Schemes of Work
• Oral transcripts for all listening activities
• Solutions for all grammar, written, oral and listening activities
• A range of extension activities and teacher-ready worksheets
Visually appealing and student-friendly layout providing structured and engaging material to support students in their learning
Digital resources
• Extensive online and audio resources accompany the textbook
• A selection of videos bring language and culture to life
Classroom tests for assessment
Editable grammar and vocabulary revision sections
Integrated audio recording tasks for students’ Student Language
Each chapter clearly highlights the relevant learning outcomes across all strands, giving students explicit guidance and helping teachers deliver every element of the course with confidence
• A Free Audio App and QR-codes link directly to the dedicated audio files
• Games and digital quizzes, including Kahoot, Quizlet, Blooket, crosswords and word searches
The Educational Company of Ireland
If you would like a sample copy, please contact your local representative or Ph: 01-2546079, Email: info@edcolearning.ie, Website: www.edcopublications.ie
Bonjour la France 1 is a modern, student-centred resource that empowers learners and equips teachers with everything they need for effective, outcomes-based language teaching
Clear learning intentions and purposeful collaboration tasks help students reflect, build strong habits and track their progress
Designed to support differentiated teaching and with a visually appealing layout
Each unit integrates reading, writing, listening and speaking through varied tasks, cultural input and real-world communication
Dedicated culture sections deepen understanding beyond language, enriching students’ appreciation of the francophone world to promote intercultural understanding
Rich in authentic texts, practical reading, writing and grammar activities, and clear skill development
Designed to build a strong foundation across all four language skills — listening, speaking, reading and writing
Grammar is presented in an integrated and accessible way, seamlessly woven into the language learning experience
Meaningful pair and group work fostering peer-to-peer interaction throughout the course
Throughout the book, learners are given regular opportunities to reflect on their progress, supported by clear success criteria that empower them to take ownership of their learning journey
Includes a structured guide to the Student Language Portfolio all skills and tasks contribute directly to their evolving personal record of achievement
The
Educational Company of Ireland
AURAL AUDIO BOOK (LE CAHIER AUDIO)
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A fresh, modern approach to First Year Junior Cycle French that brings language learning to life
JUNIOR CYCLE FRENCH
MARIE CRONIN JANE MITCHELL
A dedicated QR-enabled Audio Listening Book that features numerous listening exercises as well as Exam-Style and Culture questions, to help students practice key aural techniques and build this skill from First Year onward. It includes a structured Student Language Portfolio guide.
TEACHER’S RESOURCE BOOK
First Year Junior Cycle French. It includes:
• Bonjour la France 1 is a new Junior Cycle French textbook for mixed-ability first-year classes dynamic and modern approach to language learning
• This book is fully aligned the new Junior Cycle Modern Foreign Languages (MFL) specification real life action oriented and task-based teaching integrated throughout. Look out for the
• Each chapter clearly highlights the relevant learning outcomes across all strands
• Clear learning intentions and purposeful collaboration tasks help students reflect, build strong and track their progress
Bonjour la France 1 Teacher’s Resource Book has everything you need to successfully teach and deliver
• Each unit integrates reading, writing, listening and speaking through varied tasks, cultural real-world communication. Audio tracks are accessible directly through QR codes and on
• Grammar is presented in an integrated and accessible way, seamlessly woven into the language experience
• Meaningful pair and group real world work fostering peer-to-peer interaction throughout
• Integration of authentic texts and Francophone culture throughout each unit to promote understanding and recognise cultural similarities and differences
Fully editable Schemes of Work for simplified planning and classroom adaptation
• Designed to support differentiated teaching and with a visually appealing layout
• Includes a structured guide to the multi-modal Student Language Portfolio – all skills and directly to their evolving personal record of achievement
Oral transcripts accompanying all listening activities
Classroom tests for assessment
• A modern, student-centred resource that empowers learners and equips teachers with everything need for effective, outcomes-based language teaching
Le Cahier Audio
Teacher’s Resource Book and digital resources
Solutions for all grammar, written, oral and listening activities
Editable grammar and vocabulary revision sections
A dedicated QR-enabled Audio Listening Book features numerous listening exercises as well as Exam-Style and Culture questions
• Fully editable planning Schemes of Work
• Oral transcripts for all listening activities
• Solutions for all grammar, written, oral and listening activities
Graphic organisers to support assessment and enhance student understanding
• A range of extension activities and teacher-ready worksheets
A wide range of extension activities and teacher-ready worksheets
Integrated audio recording tasks for the Student Language Portfolio
End of unit test for every chapter
Marking rubrics for ease of marking
Digital Resources
• Classroom
• Editable grammar vocabulary
• Integrated for students’ Portfolio
Digital resources
• Extensive online and audio resources accompany the textbook
• A selection of videos bring language and culture to life
• A Free Audio App and QR-codes link directly to the dedicated audio files
• Games and digital quizzes, including Kahoot, Quizlet, Blooket, crosswords and word searches
Teachers and students can access Bonjour la France 1 digital resources and interactive e-book at www.edcolearning.ie, including:
Educational Company of Ireland
› A variety of games and digital quizzes to promote active learning and digital competence and more
› A selection of videos bring language and culture to life
Compare and Contrast
› Online links for each unit linked to thematic content
› A wide range of extension activities and teacher-ready worksheets to support differentiation and monitor progress
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› A Free Audio App and QR-codes link directly to the dedicated audio files
› Fully editable planning templates
› Classroom tests for end-of-unit assessment
Student website
› Templates and marking rubrics with differentiated success criteria
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The Educational Company of Ireland
If you would like a sample copy, please contact your local representative or Ph: 01-2546079, Email: info@edcolearning.ie, Website: www.edcopublications.ie
