A2 French Stories for Elementary Learners
These stories introduce more varied tenses and everyday situations, helping you build confidence reading slightly longer passages of connected French.
Déménagement à Québec
Moving to Québec City
A teenager moves to a new school mid-year and feels like an outsider, until the chess club gives her a way in.
- belonging
- new beginnings
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La chorale du quartier
The Neighborhood Choir
A teenager joins a neighborhood choir rehearsing for a cultural festival, doubting her voice until a mentor encourages her.
- music
- self-confidence
- community
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La randonnée des Alpes
The Hike in the Alps
On a group hike near Chamonix, a teenager freezes with fear at a high viewpoint, and a friend helps him find the courage to continue.
- courage
- friendship
- nature
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Le concours de dessin
The Drawing Contest
A teenager's regional art contest falls on the same day as his best friend's birthday, so he has to find a way to make both happen.
- art
- friendship
- decisions
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Le potager partagé
The Shared Garden
Two teenagers from neighborhoods that don't usually mix end up organizing a shared community garden together.
- cooperation
- environment
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Le projet de sciences
The Science Project
Two classmates disagree on how to approach a science project and have to find a compromise before the deadline.
- collaboration
- conflict resolution
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Le stage de théâtre
The Theater Workshop
A teenager attends a theater workshop and overcomes stage fright before a small public performance, with the group's support.
- performing arts
- confidence
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Le tournoi de Scrabble
The Scrabble Tournament
A teenager competes in a regional Scrabble tournament against a rival who becomes a friend by the end of the day.
- competition
- sportsmanship
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L'entretien à la bibliothèque
The Library Interview
A teenager prepares for his first job interview, for a part-time library position, and succeeds despite his nerves.
- work
- growing up
- perseverance
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Un été à Annecy
A Summer in Annecy
A teenager hosts her pen pal from Morocco for two weeks, and small cultural misunderstandings give way to a stronger friendship.
- cultural exchange
- friendship
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