French Culture Guide

French Culture in New York, with a Touch of Paris

Kids

Apps for Fun and Education

Apps for Fun and Education

Like most people, I could sit with my iPhone and play Words With Friends for hours on end – so I have to exercise extreme self-discipline.

Jan 06, 2012 by
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Almost Human: The American Girl Experience

Almost Human: The American Girl Experience

“Oh my God!” That’s what first came to mind when I visited the American Girl store on Fifth Avenue.

Dec 23, 2011 by
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Skating in Bryant Park

Skating in Bryant Park

Winter has officially begun and New Yorkers have been enjoying the weather since November. Ice skating rinks have popped throughout the city [...] while New Yorkers are waiting for the real snow.

Dec 23, 2011 by
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French schooling in the Tri-State

French schooling in the Tri-State

  For many, the idea of sending children to a French school is an cosmopolitan concept – and therefore unattainable to those living outside of a major urban center. Fortunately,…

Nov 18, 2011 by
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City Kids Can Learn in Two Languages

City Kids Can Learn in Two Languages

Many parents believe that the best education for their children is a bilingual education and many of these parents want their children to be bilingual in French and English.

Nov 12, 2011 by
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Parlez-vous francais, mon petit?

Parlez-vous francais, mon petit?

With so many education priorities, where does the French language fit in? Surprisingly, in an increasing number of New York City public schools. Over the past two years, six new French-English dual language programs have been introduced.

Jul 07, 2010 by
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