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by Amy Warr (Author), Kristy Maan (Author), Lola Usupova (Illustrator)
Starting school is a big adventure, especially when it's happening en français!
In How to Have a Bonne Rentrée: Elliott Goes to School en français, children join Elliott as he experiences his first week of French school. From navigating a brand-new classroom to meeting his teacher and classmates, Elliott discovers the words, routines, and emotions that come with this exciting new chapter.
Through a fun, rhyming story, young readers are introduced to useful French vocabulary and phrases they will actually hear and use at school. Along the way, the story helps children explore some of the feelings that can come with starting school, making it a helpful resource for families preparing for French school or French immersion.
Created by Canadian French educator and maman of three bilingual boys Amy Warr, alongside co-author Kristy Maan, this book was designed to help both children and their parents feel more prepared and confident about beginning school in French. And parents don't need to speak French themselves to enjoy and learn from the story alongside their child!
French words are highlighted throughout the book, while direct English-French translations are clearly identified, allowing families to naturally build their French vocabulary as they read together.
The learning continues beyond the pages of the book, too. QR codes give families access to recordings of the songs featured in the story, while an accompanying recorded read-aloud provides additional pronunciation support for parents and children.
Whether your child is preparing for their very first day of French school, beginning French immersion, or simply learning French at home, How to Have a Bonne Rentrée helps make French feel approachable, meaningful, and connected to their everyday experiences.
And for families who have already read How to Make Un Ami, keep an eye out. A familiar friend might just make an appearance in Elliott's new classroom! ♥️
