This French reading comprehension activity will teach your students about the cultivation and use of lavender in cooking, personal care, and tourism.  It is suitable for novice-high/intermediate-low students with teacher guidance and higher level students to work independently.  If you teach AP French, this reading can be useful in giving your students practice reading non-fiction articles for the interpretive section of the test.  The reading can lead to discussion or writing activities to include the other two modes of communication.

Lavender is one of the most recognizable products of southern France. It can be used in many different ways and is even a tourist attraction in its own right. Learn more in this reading for French learners. Intermediate low learners will be able to understand the reading with scaffolding and teacher support while Intermediate mid and higher will be able to read independently. Includes a 2-page article in French with glossary of less frequent words. Respond to comprehension questions in both English and French. Includes answer key as well as a guide to more online resources, both websites and videos.

The item includes:

• 2-page article in French about la lavande
• 8 comprehension questions in English
• 8 comprehension questions in French
• Answer key
• Resources page with links to videos and website

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This item is available in the following formats:

• French reading comprehension activity | Lavender

• La Lavande French reading activity - Boom™ cards version

• Lavender - reading for French learners Google™ drive version

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