26 Facts about French Schools
Find out interesting facts about French schools, from the typical school day, what kids learn, holidays, exams, and more.
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October 15, 2021
French Parenting
The secrets of French Parenting: Do French parents have all the answers? Is the French Child really better-behaved? And do they actually eat everything?
The truth about French Children as well as tips for bringing up bébé from a French Maman.
If you are not sure where to start, I recommend starting here:
Baby:
- Giving Birth in France: Oh Baby
- 119+ Chic French Girl Names
- 94+ Stylish French Boy Names
- 34+ Favorite French Unisex Names
- The New French Nursery: Furniture and Decor
- Top French Nursery Rhymes
Toddler:
Older Children:
- The French Schooling system – Demystified
- Why French Parents holiday without their children
- 5 reasons French Parents don’t post photos of their kids on social media
Childcare in France: From Nannies to Nurseries
Learn about different types of childcare in France, from how to get into crèche (nursery), to the cost of a nanny, nounou, au pair, assistante maternelle, and more.
September 1, 2021
Preschool in France: What Maternelle is really like
Find out what preschool in France is really like, from the workshops, daily routines, teachers' expectations in maternelle and more.
August 31, 2021
11 Beautiful French Poems for Kids
A collection of lovely French poems for kids with translation, as compiled by parents and teachers in France. Inspiring children with a love for the written word and the French language.
March 15, 2021
12 Best French Children’s Books to learn French
Looking for the best French books for kids? Based on recommendations from parents in France, here are their favorite books for their children.
January 11, 2021
12 French Lullabies for your little one (translation lyrics & audio)
Get the best French Lullabies that will soothe your child to sleep. With French lyrics, English translation, and audio, learn French as you and your little one relax.
December 29, 2020
12 Popular French Comics for beginners
There is no better way to learn French than reading a few French comics. Here are the top recommendations from parents and teachers in France.
December 16, 2020
11 French cartoons for kids to learn French
Not just for kids, here are the best French cartoons to amuse, entertain, as well as learn some French. With cartoons for toddlers, as well as older children.
December 14, 2020
La Rentrée: The French Back-to-School (with Supplies List)
In France, going "back to school" is an event. Find out how French people prepare for la rentrée, from the parents, the kids, and even those without kids.
August 29, 2020
The New French Nursery Decor: 14 Chic Furniture Ideas
A French nursery doesn't have to be fussy. Instead of the old French Provincial, decorate with your baby's bedroom in the new Parisian-style.
August 25, 2020
82 French Unisex baby names with meanings
Get inspired by this list of the most unique and beautiful French gender-neutral names and their meanings. Ready to pick your favorite?
May 19, 2020
French Education System: Demystifying Schools in France
Dive into the French education system, with schools in France starting at 2.5 to 3 years old. Get insights from locals and learn about French primary, middle school, high school, higher education university, and more.
April 25, 2020
12 Popular French Songs for Kids (lyrics and audio)
Listen to the top French songs for kids that are popular but also tell an interesting story. With lyrics in French and English, be sure to sing along!
April 8, 2020
25 Best French Nursery Rhymes (with bilingual lyrics & audio)
French nursery rhymes are wonderful way to introduce French to a baby or toddler. Listen to the locals' list of the most popular nursery rhymes, with French lyrics and English translation.
April 6, 2020
The Afternoon Goûter: Snacking like the French
For French children, a goûter is a must. Around 4pm, every little Frenchie sits down and waits for an after school snack. But what do French adults do? Let's find out.
March 26, 2020
The Surprising Special Benefits that large families get in France
France has always encouraged French people to have large families. Hear about the benefits, child allowances and medals offered to large families in France.
March 11, 2020
14 Tips for Picky Eaters from French Parents
Do French kids eat everything? Not really. But the trick that French parents seem to know, is how to push their picky eaters to try.
January 24, 2020
Au Clair de la Lune: The Risqué French Nursery Rhyme
Au Clair de la Lune is a nursery rhyme that every french kid learns. As a French parent however, if you listen to the lyrics, you start to question what your kids are learning.
January 13, 2020
Visit Parc Asterix theme park: Guide to the French alternative to Disney
Parc Asterix located just outside Paris has a lot going for it. Based on the famous comic books, this French amusement park is more than ready to go toe-to-toe with Disney. Read our review of the attractions and get tips for your day with Asterix, Obelix, and the rest of the gang.
December 13, 2019
Kids on social media: 5 reasons French Parents don’t post photos online
French people don't do baby showers or birth announcements. And parents putting photos of their children on facebook? See why the French just say "Non!"
November 7, 2019