Cine-Minis: Short French Films for Language Learning and Literacy

Synopsis

A DVD compilation with 12 short films for age 7+ and 11+ and teaching guidelines, supported by online resources. Intended for Key Stage 2 or 3 but could be used by older students.

Extending the potential of short films from literacy into modern foreign language learning, this resource is suitable for teaching a range of French language skills such as speaking, listening, vocabulary, reading and writing, and developing children’s intercultural understanding. It consists of twelve short lively films, made by French filmmakers, carefully selected to stimulate children to speak French. It is accompanied by guidelines for using the films to stretch students’ capacity to use the language effectively.

The films are as follows: LE BAISER; LE GENIE DE LA BOITE DE RAVIOLIS; LE LOUP BLANC; LA QUEUE DE LA SOURIS; REGARDS LIBRES; BOUTS EN TRAIN; LES CRAYONS; UN BISOU POUR LE MONDE; LE BON NUMERO; TARIF UNIQUE; 00h17; STRICTETERNUM.

Language

French (Standard)

Country

Great Britain

Year of release

2010

Subjects

French studies; Languages

Keywords

French; French culture; French language teaching

Distribution Formats

Type

DVD

Format

Region 2 PAL

Price

£54.50

Availability

Sale

Year

2013

Distributor

Name

BFI Education

Web

http://www.bfi.org.uk External site opens in new window

Phone

020 7255 1444

Fax

020 7436 7950

Address

21 Stephen Street
London
W1T 1LN