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I’m passionate about writing and publishing high-quality, sensibly priced teaching resources. With over 20 years of experience teaching MFL in secondary schools in the UK and the ability to speak 3 languages, I aim to make learning languages fun!

I’m passionate about writing and publishing high-quality, sensibly priced teaching resources. With over 20 years of experience teaching MFL in secondary schools in the UK and the ability to speak 3 languages, I aim to make learning languages fun!
Mandarin simplified - -GCSE- National 5 -  Technology_Reading practice
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Mandarin simplified - -GCSE- National 5 - Technology_Reading practice

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Zichen discusses the significant role technology plays in his education, highlighting its use in school through computers, tablets, and interactive software. At home, he relies on technology for studying and staying connected via social media, which, while beneficial for communication, presents challenges such as distractions and misinformation. Ultimately, he aims to use technology wisely while remaining cautious of its potential pitfalls. Enhance your Year 10/11or S3/4 BGE pupils’ language skills with this comprehensive reading worksheet with 8 questions in English and answers. Focused on the topic of technology in Mandarin.
Italian - Family and Pets -Luigi e i suoi animali - Reading practice
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Italian - Family and Pets -Luigi e i suoi animali - Reading practice

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Luigi, a thirteen-year-old boy from Livorno, lives with his twin brother and his parents, along with his pets, a lively boxer dog named Lola and a calm eighteen-year-old cat named Mario. Although Lola is energetic and social, Mario prefers a quiet life observing from the indoors. Despite the challenges of having both a dog and a cat, Luigi appreciates the joy they bring to his life. Enhance your Year 7/8 or S1/2 BGE pupils’ language skills with this comprehensive reading worksheet focused on the topic of Pets in Italian. An engaging set of questions designed to foster understanding and confidence in the language. Answers are at the end of document.
French - Technology -Present/Past tense- Alain et la technologie- Reading practice
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French - Technology -Present/Past tense- Alain et la technologie- Reading practice

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Alain discusses his experiences with technology at school and home, highlighting the use of PCs and Chromebooks for online assignments and research. Despite encountering issues such as a frozen screen during an important test, he values technology for enhancing his learning, including watching tutorials on YouTube. Overall, he finds technology both beneficial and enjoyable in his academic and personal life. Enhance your Year 8/9/10 or S2/3/4 BGE pupils’ language skills with this reading comprehension worksheet, which includes 10 multiple-choice questions in English, with answers provided at the end.
French - Opinions on school subjects and teachers- Alain et son college - Reading  practice
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French - Opinions on school subjects and teachers- Alain et son college - Reading practice

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Alain expresses his overall enjoyment of his time at his secondary school in Saint-Ouen, appreciating his supportive maths teacher but finding his history lessons not engaging. He cherishes his friendships and the fun they share during breaks, particularly his passion for sport. Alain looks forward to future experiences and learning opportunities as he continues his education. Enhance your Year 7/8 or S1/2 BGE pupils’ language skills with this multiple-choice reading comprehension . This comes with a text, 8 questions and answers.
French - GCSE - National-5 -  Family - Reading - Listening-Practice
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French - GCSE - National-5 - Family - Reading - Listening-Practice

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Mathieu is an only child who feels fortunate to have supportive parents. His mother, a dedicated nurse, actively helps him with his studies. His father, an engineer with a great sense of humor, enjoys spending quality time with Mathieu outdoors and playing board games. Together with their golden retriever Max, they have created a warm home environment where Mathieu feels comfortable discussing his life and future aspirations with his parents. Enhance your GCSE French Years 10 & 11 or your National 5 pupils’ language skills with this comprehensive reading /listening worksheet (10 questions with answers), focused on the topic of family relationships in French.
Spanish - GCSE - National 5 - Topics Revision _ Reading _  Listening Practice
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Spanish - GCSE - National 5 - Topics Revision _ Reading _ Listening Practice

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This resource is a comprehensive 39-page booklet designed for teachers of Year 11 and S4 pupils, focused on revising GCSE/National 5 Spanish through reading and listening exercises. This resource includes ten diverse topics, each accompanied by an MP3 file. Each text consists of 10 multiple-choice questions tailored to meet the specific needs of your pupils, allowing flexibility in assessment. Additionally, the booklet contains an answer section and a glossary featuring essential phrases from the texts. It serves as an invaluable tool to support your pupils’ revision in preparation for their exams. summary of the resource: ● Texto 1: Mi familia (page 2) ● Texto 2: Mi personalidad y la de mi mejor amigo (page 4) ● Texto 3: Mi tiempo libre (page 6) ● Texto 4: Vida saludable y nutrición (page 8) ● Texto 5: Contaminación y medio ambiente en mi ciudad (page 10) ● Texto 6: Uso de redes sociales y nuevas tecnologías (page 12) ● Texto 7: Mi instituto, mis profesores y mis planes futuros (page 14) ● Texto 8: Mis últimas vacaciones de verano y mis proyectos de vacaciones (p.16) ● Texto 9: Mi trabajo a tiempo parcial en un supermercado (page 18) ● Texto 10: Mi opinión sobre el aprendizaje del francés y del español (p.20) ● Answers (page 22) ● Glossary (page 31)
French - GCSE - National 5 - Topics Revision _ Reading _  Listening Practice
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French - GCSE - National 5 - Topics Revision _ Reading _ Listening Practice

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This resource is a comprehensive 39-page booklet designed for teachers of Year 11 and S4 pupils, focused on revising GCSE/National 5 French through reading and listening exercises. This resource includes ten diverse topics, each accompanied by an MP3 file. Each text consists of 10 multiple-choice questions tailored to meet the specific needs of your pupils, allowing flexibility in assessment. Additionally, the booklet contains an answer section and a glossary featuring essential phrases from the texts. It serves as an invaluable tool to support your pupils’ revision in preparation for their exams. summary of the resource: ● Texte 1 : Ma famille (page 2) + MP3 file ● Texte 2 : Ma personnalité et celle de mon meilleur ami (page 4) + MP3 file ● Texte 3 : Mon temps libre (page 6) + MP3 file ● Texte 4 : Vie saine et nutrition (page 8) + MP3 file ● Texte 5 : Pollution et environnement dans ma ville (page 10) + MP3 file ● Texte 6 : Utilisation des réseaux sociaux et nouvelles technologies (page 12) + MP3 file ● Texte 7 : Mon lycée, mes profs et mes projets d’avenir (page 14) + MP3 file ● Texte 8 : Mes dernières vacances d’été et mes projets de vacances (page 16) + MP3 file ● Texte 9 : Mon emploi à temps partiel dans un supermarché (page 18) + MP3 file ● Texte 10 : Mon opinion sur l’apprentissage du français et de l’espagnol (page 20) + MP3 file ● Answers (page 22) ● Glossary (page 29)
French -GCSE- National 5-JOBS- Mon expérience de travail à Rouen_ Listening Practice
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French -GCSE- National 5-JOBS- Mon expérience de travail à Rouen_ Listening Practice

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Peter recounts his rewarding experience working part-time at Le Cosmos cinema in Rouen last summer, highlighting financial benefits, improved French language skills, and cultural immersion. He acknowledges challenges, including language barriers and work hour restrictions, yet feels more prepared for future situations. Enhance your Year 10/11or S3/4 BGE pupils’ language skills with this Listening worksheet. Focused on the topic of Part-time work - Employability in French. It includes 9 questions in English with 2 MP3 files with transcript and answers.
French - GCSE - National 5 _Education post-16 and future plans _ Listening practice
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French - GCSE - National 5 _Education post-16 and future plans _ Listening practice

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Mathieu, a 17-year-old pupil currently in year 12 in France, intends to focus on mathematics and sciences while preparing for his important Baccalauréat exams. After completing school, he contemplates a gap year for travel or an apprenticeship as an electrician, all depending on his exam results. He is determined to achieve his future goals. Enhance your GCSE French Years 10 & 11 or your National 5 pupils’ language skills with this Listening worksheet (11 questions with answers), focused on the topic of school and future plans. Answers are included with 2 MP3 files. You may retain or eliminate the multiple-answer options for the questions, thereby tailoring them to better accommodate the specific needs of individual pupils.
French - A level - Higher - Deforestation _ in _ the_Amazon  _ Reading practice
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French - A level - Higher - Deforestation _ in _ the_Amazon _ Reading practice

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Deforestation of the Amazon rainforest is a severe environmental crisis, primarily driven by cattle ranching. Activists like Fernando Maia highlight the urgency of this issue, advocating for the preservation of ecosystems and the rights of local communities through sustainable practices. Enhance your Year 12/13 or S5/6 pupils’ language skills in French with this comprehensive reading worksheet, focused on the topic of environmental issues. It includes a text with 2 activities: sum up the text in French and translate an other text into English.
French - GCSE - National 5 _  Technology _ Celebrity Culture_ Reading  _ practice
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French - GCSE - National 5 _ Technology _ Celebrity Culture_ Reading _ practice

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Social media and influencers significantly impact young people’s lives, offering inspiration while posing risks. They can foster unhealthy comparisons, promote deceptive advertising, and lead to screen addiction. Ultimately, it is essential for individuals to adopt a critical mindset and prioritise authentic relationships to safeguard their mental well-being. This GCSE/National 5 reading practice worksheet focuses on the themes of celebrity culture and technology. It consists of one text, followed by various activities, including finding the French, multiple-choice questions in French and answering a set of questions in English, designed to assess pupils’ understanding of the topic presented.
French - GCSE - National 5 _ Science_ Free time_ Reading  _practice
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French - GCSE - National 5 _ Science_ Free time_ Reading _practice

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The Palais de la Découverte, in the heart of Paris, is an iconic place dedicated to science and exploration. Georges, Stéphanie, Jérôme and Nathalie, all aged 16, share their impressions after visiting this museum. This GCSE/National 5 reading practice worksheet focuses on free time activities and science. It consists of 4 texts in the past tense, followed by 3 activities: Who said this? Find the French and a gap-filling exercise in French designed to assess pupils’ understanding of the topic presented. Answers are provided.
Spanish- Christmas in Spain - Navidad en la casa de Carlos - Reading practice
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Spanish- Christmas in Spain - Navidad en la casa de Carlos - Reading practice

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Carlos, a sixteen-year-old from Pamplona, Spain, shares that Christmas is a significant occasion for his family, marked by festive preparations and decorations. They gather on Christmas Eve for a traditional dinner, followed by the Midnight Mass, and celebrate with their grandparents on Christmas Day, creating cherished memories together. Enhance your Year 7/8 or S1/2 BGE pupils’ language skills with this comprehensive reading worksheet focused on the topic of Christmas in Spain in Spanish. An engaging multiple-choice quiz designed to foster understanding and confidence in the language.
Spanish - School Subjects and opinions - María y su colegio- Reading practice
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Spanish - School Subjects and opinions - María y su colegio- Reading practice

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María, a thirteen-year-old pupil from Málaga, Spain, enjoys a diverse curriculum at her school, with French as her favourite subject due to her passion for storytelling. She finds maths challenging yet strives to improve, while also engaging enthusiastically in history, English, sciences, and sports, which culminate in a positive school experience. Enhance your Year 7/8 or S1/2 BGE pupils’ language skills with this multiple-choice reading comprehension on the topic of giving your opinion on school subjects.
French - GCSE - National 5 _ Culture and traditions_ Food_ Reading  _practice
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French - GCSE - National 5 _ Culture and traditions_ Food_ Reading _practice

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La Socca is a traditional pancake originating from Nice, France, made from chickpea flour, water, olive oil, and salt. Typically served hot and seasoned with black pepper, it is a popular dish enjoyed during social gatherings. Its preparation offers versatility, contributing to its status as a beloved symbol of Niçoise culinary culture. This GCSE/National 5 reading practice worksheet focuses on the themes of Culture and Food. It consists of two texts about La Socca, a traditional pancake originating from Nice in France, followed by various question types, including comprehension (in English and in French) and translation, designed to assess pupils’ understanding of the topic presented.
French - GCSE - National 5 _ Holidays and tourism_ Reading  _practice
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French - GCSE - National 5 _ Holidays and tourism_ Reading _practice

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This GCSE/National 5 reading practice worksheet focuses on the themes of holidays and tourism. It consists of two texts on Connor’s holidays in Nice, followed by various question types, including comprehension (in English and in French) and translation, designed to assess pupils’ understanding of the topics presented and practising past tense in French.
French - GCSE - National 5 _ Travel _ modes of transport_ Listening  _ practice
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French - GCSE - National 5 _ Travel _ modes of transport_ Listening _ practice

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Chloé prefers flying, citing its speed and practicality for family trips, despite concerns about air pollution. In contrast, Bertrand avoids flights for environmental reasons, favouring boat travel, especially to Corsica. Rosalie enjoys road trips with her family but acknowledges the convenience of trains, while Farid opts for cycling and high-speed trains for longer journeys. Enhance your GCSE French Years 10 & 11 or your National 5 pupils’ language skills with this comprehensive Listening worksheet (20 questions with answers, 4 MP3 files and transcript), focused on the topic of travel and modes of transport in French.