In the world of learning a new language, there are programs where you are introduced to the language in a more casual approach and those that go deeper. With simple, user-friendly components, Écoutez, Parlez is a solid introduction to French without specific lessons on grammar or writing. Écoutez means listen, and parlez means speak. You will listen to the audio CD and repeat the words out loud. Most children can use this program without much supervision. It would work well in a group too!
Each level consists of a Course Book containing 5 units and an audio CD. The book contains colorful pictures and English translations next to the French phrases. Instructions are in English, but everything else you’ll hear and be asked to repeat, will be in French. Lessons take just 10-15 minutes per day. Student workbooks (black/white) have written exercises corresponding to the lessons in the textbook. The optional Teacher’s Manual correlates with all levels, 1-5. It includes instructions, teacher tips, comprehension tests, and answer key. The teacher does not need to know or speak French.