Classroom management in a middle school Core French classroom can be dicey! That's why I engage my students as much as possible to keep em' on their toes! Prof du jour is a part of my everyday routine, where a different student each day is given the opportunity to lead the discussions with their peers and to give them confidence in French. Sit back and watch the magic!

This isn't just a run-of-the-mill calendar! My Prof du jour is at the command desk and interacts with their peers and the Google Slides. Here are some activities that my Grades 4, 5 and 6 students actively use found in this document:

• Complete Calendar (drag & drop icons) for SEPTEMBER 2024 - JUNE 2025.

• Weather, time of day, days of the week, and terms like "yesterday," "today," and "tomorrow."

• Two versions available: One has the Sunday start and another has the Monday start, depending on how you prefer to view your calendar with your students.

• A Wheel Decide question prompter (which you can edit by removing or adding questions your students are working on).

• An "I SPY" prompter (a favorite in ALL of my classes).

• A "GUESS WHO?" prompter.

• A Franco DJ Music activity (great for explaining why they like/dislike something with sentence starters).

In addition to the calendar: This resource provides 27 fresh and fun ideas that can be easily incorporated into your lessons, designed to give students the opportunity to step into the role of "Prof du jour" and lead their peers in interactive activities.

These activities are perfect for students in Grades 4 to 8 and will foster an engaging, positive classroom atmosphere where students feel comfortable practicing their French language skills. Whether you want to boost participation, improve active listening, or simply add some energy to your class, these ideas are versatile and adaptable to different classroom dynamics. With no prep required, they can be used spontaneously to keep students on their toes and excited to take part.

How This Resource Benefits Your Classroom:

• Student-Led Learning: Gives students the opportunity to take ownership of their learning by stepping into the "Prof du jour" role, building leadership skills and confidence.
• Encourages Speaking & Participation: Each activity is designed to maximize speaking opportunities, ensuring every student gets a chance to practice conversational French in a supportive environment.
• Promotes Active Listening: Activities challenge students to listen closely to their peers, reinforcing vocabulary, comprehension, and communication skills.
• Engaging & Fun: The activities use a mix of movement, music, games, and questions to keep students engaged and motivated to participate.
• No Prep Required: All activities are spontaneous and flexible, allowing you to use them anytime without prior preparation.
• Supports a Judgment-Free Environment: By allowing students to lead, the classroom becomes a space where students feel comfortable making mistakes and learning from one another without pressure.

What’s Included:

In addition to your yearly calendar with interactive daily slides, this resource provides a list of 30 easy-to-implement activities, including:

• Question & Answer Games (e.g., "Would You Rather?" or "Rapid Fire") that encourage quick thinking and verbal responses in French.
• Movement-Based Activities (e.g., "Jacques a dit" or "Stand If…") that combine physical activity with language practice, making learning active and engaging.
• Memory & Listening Challenges (e.g., "True or False" or "What's Missing?") that help students sharpen their listening skills while reinforcing key vocabulary and phrases.
• Vocabulary Boosters (e.g., "Category Challenge" or "French Word of the Day") that encourage students to think creatively and expand their language knowledge.
• Visual & Creative Tasks (e.g., "Quick Draw" or "Pictionary") that blend art and language, offering a break from traditional speaking activities while still reinforcing comprehension.

Why Teachers Will Love It:

• Flexible & Adaptable: Each activity can be adapted to suit your classroom’s needs, whether you're working with beginners or more advanced learners.
• Encourages Positive Risk-Taking: By giving students the chance to lead, this resource helps them become more comfortable with speaking French in front of their peers, promoting a positive learning environment.
• Sparks Joy in Learning: These activities add an element of fun to your Core French lessons, breaking up the routine and keeping students engaged and excited to participate.
• Great for Class Warm-Ups or Wrap-Ups: Use these quick, easy activities at the beginning or end of class to energize your students or reinforce what they’ve learned.
• Perfect for All Levels: Whether you're teaching a class of beginners or more experienced students, the activities can be adjusted to suit various language proficiencies.

How to Use:

Simply choose an activity, explain it briefly to the "Prof du jour," and let them take the lead. Each activity is designed to be intuitive and easy to facilitate, so even without notice, the student leader can jump into their role confidently. You can rotate the "Prof du jour" daily or weekly, giving every student the opportunity to shine and grow in their speaking abilities.

Mme Kaitlyn.

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