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Karine taught 4 days ago
The Student practiced French numbers, dates, months, seasons and telling time. The Student worked on exercises involving number recognition, reading dates, and understanding the French time-telling system. Homework was assigned to reinforce these concepts, focusing on time-related vocabulary and written exercises.
French Numbers: Counting Beyond Twenty
Date Formatting
Telling Time
Pronouns: *On* vs. *Nous*
Seasons and Months: Prepositions
Laurence taught 5 days ago
The Student and Tutor reviewed vocabulary related to animals, food, drinks, and household objects in French. The student practiced reading and pronouncing the new words, as well as constructing simple sentences. The next session will cover school subjects.
Vocabulary: Food and Drinks (Nourriture et Boissons)
Verbs: Eating and Drinking (Manger et Boire)
Vocabulary: House and Objects (Maison et Objets)
Simple Sentence Construction: Describing Actions in the House
Isis taught 7 days ago
The session reviewed French body part vocabulary and negation rules, followed by a practice exercise simulating a doctor's visit to apply learned vocabulary. The Student then practiced counting from 80 to 100 and was introduced to French verb conjugation in the present tense, reviewing the three verb groups and their conjugation patterns. The next session will start with lesson seven, page 16.
French Verb Conjugation Groups
Present Tense Conjugation: -er Verbs
Present Tense Conjugation: -ir Verbs
Present Tense Conjugation: -re Verbs
French Numbers: 80-100
Axon Marks on the Letter 'e'
Laurence taught 8 days ago
The session concentrated on practicing the conjugation of various French verbs in the present tense and improving pronunciation. The student worked through a list of verbs, translating and conjugating them. The tutor also explained the concept of *liaison* and different forms of the pronoun 'you.'
French Verb Conjugation: Present Tense
Pronunciation: Silent Letters and Liaison
Formal and Informal Pronouns
Verb Groups and Regularity
Distinguishing Similar-Sounding Verbs
Isis taught 9 days ago
The session focused on French reading, pronunciation, grammar (present tense), and vocabulary building. The student translated a transcript, practiced pronunciation rules, and learned new words related to daily routines, the alphabet, and body parts. The tutor assigned reviewing the lesson content and the class will pick up on lesson seven next time.
Present Tense Verb Conjugations
Silent Letters: T and E
Vocabulary Acquisition: Rocket
Robot
and Planet
The Letter 'K' and 'L' Sounds
Body Parts Vocabulary Expansion
Daily Routine Vocabulary
Karine taught 9 days ago
Student and Tutor reviewed the fundamental differences between the French imparfait and passé composé tenses, including their formation, usage for long vs. short actions, auxiliary verbs, and past participle agreement rules. They practiced conjugating verbs in context through several exercises. The Tutor plans to send relevant learning documents to the Student for further review.
L'Imparfait (The Imperfect Past Tense)
Le Passé Composé (The Compound Past Tense)
Auxiliary Verbs: Avoir vs. Être
Reflexive Verbs & Pronouns
Verb Groups and Past Participle Formation
Negative Form (La Négation)
French learning made easy, New York City perspective
All about learning French in New York
Learning French in New York has many benefits. It enriches culture, boosts careers, and connects you with a lively French-speaking community. The state follows the New York State Learning Standards for World Languages. These focus on communication, cultural understanding, and skills in speaking, listening, reading, and writing.
But learning French can be tough. Fluency, pronunciation, and native accents take time. Grammar rules and verb conjugations can be tricky. Students preparing for tests like the AP French Language and Culture exam or DELF/DALF certifications may find advanced reading and writing challenging.
Luckily, many resources can help. The French Institute Alliance Française (FIAF) offers structured courses and cultural experiences. The New York Public Library provides free language programs. Universities like CUNY offer French classes. Private French tutors in New York help with pronunciation, grammar, and test prep. With the right support, learning French becomes easier and more enjoyable.
Top study resources for French students in New York
- French Institute Alliance Française (FIAF) – A leading French cultural center. It offers immersive language classes, cultural events, and film screenings.
- New York Public Library – Language Learning Programs – Free access to French books, audiobooks, and conversation groups.
- CUNY French Language Programs – Colleges like Hunter and Queens College offer in-depth French courses. These focus on literature and professional use.
- Alliance Française de Westchester – Provides French courses for all ages. Includes DELF/DALF exam preparation.
- Meetup Language Exchange Groups – Social events where learners practice French with native speakers.
- Columbia University Language Resource Center – Offers French courses and conversation practice. Open to students and the public.
- Borough of Manhattan Community College (BMCC)- Affordable, flexible French courses for all learners.
French tutoring costs in New York: What to expect and how to budget
French tutoring in New York varies in cost based on expertise and lesson structure. For $30–$50 per hour, students can learn from college students, online tutors, or non-certified instructors. These lessons cover basic grammar and conversation skills.
For $40–$70 per hour, high school and college students get structured lessons from experienced French tutors in New York. These tutors may not be native speakers but provide strong guidance. These sessions cover reading, writing, speaking, and comprehension.
For $80–$150 per hour, certified instructors or native speakers offer advanced lessons. They focus on business French, fluency improvement, and exam prep for AP French and DELF/DALF.
For a budget-friendly option, the New York Public Library provides free language programs. Meetup groups offer informal conversation practice. CUNY and BMCC offer affordable courses.
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