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Taught to students from The Heights, Galleria, and Spring Branch
Laurence taught 1 day ago
The student reviewed basic French sentences and vocabulary related to descriptions, food, household objects, and school. The session involved reading and translating sentences, as well as pronunciation practice. The class concluded with an introduction of new vocabulary related to the house and school.
Sentence Revision: Subject-Verb Agreement
Vocabulary: Colors
Vocabulary: Food
Vocabulary: House Objects
Vocabulary: School Related Items
Simple Sentence Construction
Sandra taught 5 days ago
The Student and Tutor reviewed French vocabulary related to clothing and colors, practiced using definite articles, and engaged in a role-playing exercise simulating a shopping scenario. The student learned prepositions related to cities and states. Homework includes practicing the vocabulary and grammar concepts covered in the session.
Clothing Vocabulary in French
Colors in French
Definite Articles: *le
la
l'
les*
Using *J'aime* and *Je voudrais* to Express Preferences and Desires
Describing Location: Prepositions *à* and *en*
Laurence taught 6 days ago
The Tutor guided the Student through basic French greetings, sentence construction using "I want" and "I need", and polite phrases. The Student practiced pronunciation and learned the difference between formal and informal pronouns. The next class will delve deeper into pronoun usage and continue with the current lesson.
Greetings and Basic Phrases
Expressing Wants and Needs: 'Je veux' and 'J'ai besoin'
Basic Polite Phrases and Instructions
French Pronouns: Subject Pronouns
Isis taught 8 days ago
The session involved refining a written fairy tale, practicing a doctor's appointment phone call scenario, and discussing illnesses and related vocabulary in French. The student worked on correcting spelling errors and formulating appropriate responses to various health conditions. No specific homework was assigned, but the student needs to record a video of the fairy tale.
Fairy Tale Retelling (Oral)
Correcting Grammatical Errors
Role-Playing Medical Scenarios
Describing Symptoms and Giving Advice
Isis taught 9 days ago
The session focused on French vocabulary related to daily routines and the cultural nuances of formal and informal address. The student practiced pronunciation, learned about nasal sounds influenced by 'M' and 'N', and reviewed counting in French beyond 100. Homework or further practice wasn't explicitly assigned, but the student was encouraged to continue practicing pronunciation and number recall.
Present Tense Verbs for Daily Routines
The Use of *Un Peu* (A Little Bit)
Formal vs. Informal Address: *Vous* vs. *Tu*
Pronunciation of *TION* at the End of Words
Nasal Sounds with M and N
Double Letters in French
Counting Past 100
Cherith taught 12 days ago
The Student and Tutor reviewed country names and weather expressions in French. The main focus of the lesson was on understanding and practicing higher French numbers and telling time using both the standard and 24-hour clock. The next session is scheduled for Tuesday at 10 a.m.
French Country Names
French Weather Vocabulary
Numbers in French
Telling Time in French
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Learning french in Houston: Key challenges & solutions
Studying French in Houston is common among students and professionals. Schools, private institutes, and community programs like Alliance Française de Houston provide structured learning. Universities such as Rice University also offer French courses.
The Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) curriculum includes French, and students can take AP French Language and Culture or DELF exams to prove proficiency. However, challenges include difficult grammar, verb conjugations, and limited exposure to native speakers.
Houston has over 30,000 French speakers (Data USA), but not everyone has daily practice opportunities. This is why many learners seek French tutors in Houston for fluency coaching, homework help, and test prep.
Language apps, online courses, and community events like the Houston French Language Meetup also help. If you need structured learning, tutoring is a great way to gain confidence in speaking and writing French.
Exploring french in Houston? Here are some local resources to enhance your learning
- High School Programs: Many Houston ISD schools offer French AP prep and DELF exam support through language clubs.
- University Courses: Rice University and University of Houston offer French classes. Both have student groups for practice.
- Libraries & Study Materials: The Houston Public Library provides free French books. You can also use Mango Languages for online learning.
- Cultural Centers: The Alliance Française de Houston hosts workshops, movie nights, and conversation sessions.
- Competitions & Exams: High school students can compete in the Texas French Symposium. They can also take the National French Contest (Le Grand Concours) to test their skills.French Meetups & Events: The Houston French Language Meetup is great for casual speaking practice.
For structured study, French tutors in Houston can help with fluency and test prep.
French tutoring costs in Houston: What to expect & how to budget
The cost of French tutoring in Houston depends on the tutor’s experience, your learning goals, and the type of session. Private french tutors usually charge $35 to $50 per hour. Online tutoring is often a cheaper choice, with flexible schedules and lower rates.
For beginners, tutors charging $15 to $25 per hour can help with basic grammar and pronunciation. Intermediate learners, preparing for AP French or improving fluency, can find tutors in the $25 to $40 per hour range. Advanced learners needing expert guidance or native-speaking tutors may pay $40 to $70 per hour.
Houston has great local resources. Alliance Française de Houston offers structured courses and cultural programs. Awty International School provides a bilingual French-English curriculum.
Wiingy offers expert-vetted French tutors for just $28 per hour. You can also try a free lesson before you decide.
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