Articles written by Diane Farrug

Survive and thrive in a French immersion classroom environment with useful French questions and statements.

Jul 18, 2008 - Diane Farrug

If you are a parent or teacher wishing to introduce children to a foreign language, use effective and age-appropriate DVD's, videos, CD's, and books that kids will love.

Jul 6, 2008 - Diane Farrug

Use thematic activities based on this fun Eric Carle picture book to teach time, animals, and insects vocabulary to your foreign language students.

Jul 3, 2008 - Diane Farrug

This July 14, teach your children about Bastille Day as you create easy French flag crafts together. Make flags to wave, to decorate, to eat and to wear.

Jun 30, 2008 - Diane Farrug

Teach foreign languages in context with this classic picture book by Bill Martin and Eric Carle. Thematic "Brown Bear" activities make language learning fun.

Jun 30, 2008 - Diane Farrug

Teach children greetings and introductions in French, Spanish, German, and more. Puppets, games, and activities make foreign language learning fun.

Jun 25, 2008 - Diane Farrug

Create a thoughtful, homemade greeting card for a special birthday. Use French words and phrases to wish a "Bon Anniversaire" to a French-speaking friend or relative.

Jun 12, 2008 - Diane Farrug

Teach children colors and culture with "poèmes" and "chansons" from France.

Jun 2, 2008 - Diane Farrug

Teach children how to identify colors in a foreign language with fun vocabulary games, stories, and activities.

Jun 2, 2008 - Diane Farrug

Picnic like you're in Paris. Use French phrases and authentic foods to create a memorable "Déjeuner sur l'herbe" for students, family, or friends.

May 19, 2008 - Diane Farrug

This June, celebrate La Fête des Pères French-style. Create a memorable card Dad will love.

May 11, 2008 - Diane Farrug

Celebrate Mother's Day in French class and create unique gifts that moms of any nationality will love.

May 4, 2008 - Diane Farrug

Find out how to say "Father" in foreign languages, then make a picture frame, placemat, coffee mug, BBQ apron, or greeting card. Show Dad he's the greatest on the globe.

May 3, 2008 - Diane Farrug

Take the kids outside for foreign language fun. Motivate your students with relays, tag, jump rope songs, and circle games.

May 1, 2008 - Diane Farrug

Find out how to say "Mother" in foreign languages, then make a picture frame, coffee mug, placemat, or greeting card. Show Mom she's the greatest on the globe.

Apr 29, 2008 - Diane Farrug

Play this classic children's card game to practice foreign language vocabulary and communication skills.

Apr 25, 2008 - Diane Farrug

Encourage kids to play their way to strong vocabulary skills in Spanish, French, German, ESL, or any other language.

Apr 17, 2008 - Diane Farrug

Create a fun French language adventure for day campers this summer. Children will use the magic of play and imagination to travel to France.

Apr 10, 2008 - Diane Farrug

Introduce young children to a second language with this fun, age-appropriate lesson plan format.

Apr 3, 2008 - Diane Farrug

Gather your little lads and lasses for some active Irish-inspired games. Whether at home or in the classroom, your kids' eyes will be smilin'.

Mar 5, 2008 - Diane Farrug

Calling all leprechauns! Follow the rainbow to a pot of gold. This activity is overflowing with fun.

Mar 4, 2008 - Diane Farrug

Celebrate Mother's Day like you're in France. Moms everywhere will love a unique card with meaningful sayings and quotes en français.

Mar 2, 2008 - Diane Farrug

Discover springtime customs in France with this international, cultural craft.

Feb 26, 2008 - Diane Farrug

Teach children how to identify body parts in a foreign language with motivating vocabulary games, stories, and projects.

Feb 23, 2008 - Diane Farrug

Teach children "les partis du corps" with fun French music. Develop body parts vocabulary while discovering culture.

Feb 23, 2008 - Diane Farrug

Louis XIV (1638-1715) has gone down in history for his legendary reign from the palace of Versailles, and also for his legendary appetite. This king loved to eat!

Feb 22, 2008 - Diane Farrug

Be inspired with the language of poetry. Play with words in English, French, Spanish, German, or Italian.

Feb 19, 2008 - Diane Farrug

Novice level language learners will blossom into prolific writers with this fun, creative project.

Feb 8, 2008 - Diane Farrug

It's time for bingo! Practice using both digital and analog clocks with this classic game. Here's your guide to selecting the version that's right for your students.

Feb 6, 2008 - Diane Farrug

"What time is it?" It's time for fun activities using clocks and schedules in the target language.

Feb 2, 2008 - Diane Farrug

Present French in context to beginning students of all ages with these fun, classic stories.

Feb 1, 2008 - Diane Farrug

What are the Five C's? Teachers of French, Spanish, German, or any other foreign language need to know!

Jan 29, 2008 - Diane Farrug

Learn foreign language in context with Eric Carle's classic picture book, The Very Hungry Caterpillar.

Jan 25, 2008 - Diane Farrug

"Tic tac toe, three in a row!" Encourage children to practice foreign language vocabulary and communication skills with these interactive variations on the classic game.

Jan 25, 2008 - Diane Farrug

Music, singing, and dancing aren't just fun, fluffy fillers in a foreign language class. Music is a powerful tool for language learning and retention.

Jan 22, 2008 - Diane Farrug

Motivate your students to master numbers in French, Spanish, English, or any other language. Learning through play makes this necessary skill fun and effective.

Jan 22, 2008 - Diane Farrug

Motivate your foreign language or ESL students with a friendly classroom game of basketball. Learn English, French, Spanish, German, or any other language through play.

Jan 20, 2008 - Diane Farrug