Grades 4-8

Core French Program and Literacy

“Now we’re talking!”

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in the FSL classroom

Welcome to CEC!

W e are delighted to present our new Core French catalogue for teachers and students in Grades 4 to 8 consisting of two collections: C’est parti ! and Boomerang. C’est parti ! is designed to meet the expectations of the new Ontario Core French curriculum and

Boomerang is a complete and flexible literacy supplementary collection that can be used independently or in conjunction with C’est parti !

At CEC Publishing, we take great pride in our many years of FSL expertise. We are pleased to offer a variety of resources, in both paper and digital formats, that are sure to be a hit with teachers and students alike. The materials focus on oral interaction through interesting themes, authentic texts, and use a variety of strategies, rubrics, reproducible materials and multi-media content to foster lively and motivating teaching and learning. Everyone will enjoy teaching and learning French with our resources!

Since its founding in 1956, CEC has always based its approach on high academic standards, ease of use, originality and motivated, successful students, and we plan to keep things that way while responding to your needs.

The CEC team is here for you each and every day!

TABLE OF CONTENTS

C’est parti ! 1-3: Grades 4 to 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 2

C’est parti ! and Boomerang: collections that work together! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 10

Boomerang 1-5: Grades 4 to 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 12

Professionnal Development Resource: Let’s Talk - Lifelong Language Learning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 26

Digital resources to assist listening to, speaking, and understanding French . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 27

General information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 28

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As part of our efforts to respect the environment, this catalogue is printed on recycled paper. The price list for our resources can be found on our website at www.editionscec.com/en/pricelist.corefrench

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What teachers like about our resources:

• The choice of themes

• The layout and illustrations

• Our Core French collection, C’est parti ! meets all the expectations of the new Ontario curriculum.

• The Boomerang collection facilitates a structured approach to teaching literacy.

• Our collections feature turnkey resources: student modules, complete teacher guides, reproducible materials, multimedia material and technological support. It’s all there!

• Our guides include everything you need for teaching: daily and weekly planners, activity scenarios, evaluation tools and so much more!

• Suggestions for a variety of teaching and learning styles.

What students like:

• Engaging and motivating themes in varied and interesting genres.

• Authentic and meaningful final tasks.

• Learning strategies to ensure comprehension.

• Engaging visuals to facilitate understanding text.

• Videos and songs that appeal to young learners.

• Use of functional language that can be transferred to everyday life.

• Lively and stimulating interactive digital activities.

Words of praise about using our resources!

About Boomerang:“I find that the Boomerang collection really fills the need for appropriate reading resources in FSL, and would recommend it as an important resource for teaching second language literacy, especially in light of the objectives of the revised FSL curriculum.”

Nipissing-Parry Sound Catholic DSB

“The teacher resource book was one of the best ones I have ever seen for teaching elementary Core French using a balanced literacy approach.”

Durham DSB

About C’est parti !:“I support this program 100% and I hope that other teachers will have the same impression as I did.”

Jennifer Poulin, Simcoe DSB

“I like how “C’est Parti !” integrates Media literacy and reading strategies. It also serves the needs of various students with multiple intelligences and different learning styles.”

Jinny Chow, Peel DSB

See more testimonials and pictures from the C’est parti ! pilot at www.editionscec.com/en/CP_pilot_classes

ENJOY TEACHING AND LEARNING FRENCH WITH CEC PUBLISHING!

Why use CEC resources to teach French? The answer is simple. CEC Publishing has the resources you need to create a dynamic teaching environment for your French students. Because of our varied content, the learning process becomes motivating and fun! Teachers and students from across Canada agree - CEC resources are right for all FSL classrooms!

Teachers use our resources to facilitate and enrich their teaching and get their students involved. Now you can too!

For more information on the teaching approach of C’est parti !, go to www.editionscec.com/en/CP_TA2

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C’est parti ! 1-3 for Grades 4 to 6 is designed to meet the needs of the new Ontario Core French curriculum. It includes all the elements necessary to ensure that students succeed in learning French as a Second Language. Created by Ontario elementary school teachers, C’est parti ! has meaningful activities and engaging content to motivate your students to learn French.

How does our program meet the curriculum?

• Global themes bring Character Education Values to life

• Emphasis on oral interaction while developing listening, reading and writing skills

• Multiple opportunities for spontaneous communication and purposeful talk

• Integrates media literacy to develop critical and creative thinking skills

• Promotes intercultural awareness

• Learning goals, co-created success criteria and achievement charts help students understand their learning

• The steps of Gradual Release of Responsibility provide the scaffolding students need to use strategies independently

A complete collection!

• This turnkey collection includes modules, guides, and digital resources for Windows or Mac.

• Numerous audio-visual components to encourage oral interaction.

• Suggestions for a variety of teaching and learning styles:

• Teachingpracticesfordifferentiatedinstructionandsplitclasses.

• Activitiesbasedondifferentlearningstyles:visual,auditory,andkinesthetic.

• Each module addresses a theme related to character traits.

• Each module contains a student portfolio.

• You can adapt the reproducible materials to fit your needs.

• Detailed instruction for developing oral, listening, reading, and writing skills in relation to the CEFR.

A Core Program for French as a Second Language Learners!

C’EST PARTI ! 1-3

C’est parti ! in your French class guarantees success!

Grades 4-6

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C’EST PARTI ! 1-3 Grades 4-6

Components to meet all your needs!

Strengths of C’est parti !

• Fun and relevant themes to pique student interest

• Functional language kids actually use

• Highly visual, vibrant and engaging graphics

• Contains a variety of text types and levels

• CompREhEnsiVE TEaChinG REsouRCEs:

– Teacher’s Resource Guide

• Step-by-Step Lesson Plans

• Teaching Notes and Tips

- Differentiation, Learning styles

- Gradual Release of Responsibility

- Assessment for, as, of learning

- CEFR Criteria

• BLMs

- Activity sheets

- Anchor charts

- Self-, peer- and teacher-assessments

- Tracking charts

- Rubrics

• Student Portfolio

– multimedia DVD-Rom

• Modifiable BLMs

• Coloured flash cards

• Dances, examplars, sample teacher lessons on video

• Songs, texts, listening activities

• Lyrics with subtitles, available on reproducible pages

• Interactive whiteboard activities

– usB Key/MyCECZone

• E-Book with audio and video

• Whiteboard functionalities embedded in software

Jeanette Collinson • Lori MacRae Krista Clarke • Natalie D’Elia • Nancy Turingia • Brenda Vanderheyden

Sous la direction de Marie Turcotte

Teacher’s Resource Guide

Je parlefrançais !

For each level, there are:

• 5 student modules;

• 1 comprehensive teaching resource per module;

• 1 complete teaching resource, covering all modules.

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The context of this module is “back to school.” Students get ready to purchase their school supplies. They meet the teachers and get to know their school. Character Development Trait Responsibility

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Students create a short profile or description of themselves to share with the class.

sTRaTEGiEs

• Looking at photos and illustrations• Asking questions

Boomerang 1 – Quelle fête ! – Responsibility

Mon robot respectueux !This module focuses on respect and good manners. Students learn about greetings, cooperation, and being polite by creating a robot they will present to the class. Character Development Trait Respect

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Students describe the robot’s physical features and good manners when they present their creation to the class.

sTRaTEGiEs

• Making predictions• Associations

Boomerang 1 – Ce n’est pas moi ! – Respect

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Une culture à célébrer !The theme for this module is celebrations, festivals, and Franco-Ontarian culture. Students learn about some Ontario festivals and celebrations (Winterlude, La nuit sur l’étang, and the Festival franco-ontarien).

Character Development Trait Appreciation

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Students compare their favourite celebration (festivities associated with their culture, i.e. Chinese New Year or birthday celebrations) with one of the Franco-Ontarian celebrations presented in the module.

sTRaTEGiEs

• Looking for cognates• Listening carefully

Boomerang 1 – Au revoir, Lola ! – Appreciation

Mystère !The theme for this module is investigation. As detectives, students solve a mystery by asking questions about suspects and locations. Character Development Trait Accomplishment – Creativity

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Students create a sketch or a puppet show about the suspects and culprit to demonstrate how the mystery was solved.

sTRaTEGiEs

• Associations• Using models

Boomerang 1 – Une bonne photo de classe ! – Accomplishment / Creativity

Prends soin de moi !This module features animals. Students learn about animals that need to be cared for like endangered species as well as those that care for human beings like service animals. Character Development Trait CompassionFinaL TasK

Students choose an animal and present it by describing what it likes to eat or do and its various traits.

sTRaTEGiEs

• Identifying important ideas• Thinking about a subject and about personal experiences

Boomerang 1 – Est-ce que tu me connais ? – Compassion

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This unit highlights respect and pride for our country. Students discuss symbols that identify us as Canadians, including images on our Canadian coins and bills, and activities such as hockey, our national sport. They learn about a Huron village in Quebec and the symbols of the First Nations.

Character Development Trait Respect

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Students create a symbol that identifies their school.

sTRaTEGiEs

• Looking at photos and illustrations• Reading between the lines

Boomerang 2 – Le fort de Liam – Respect

La belle provinceIn this unit, students study the many facets of citizenship. They discover the foundations of a community.They explore professions and points of interest, and use directions to find themselves on a map, while becoming familiar with la belle province and its communities from North to South. They study the weather and clothes during the four seasons and talk about their activities. Character Development Trait CitizenshipFinaL TasK

Students present a rich description of a community of their choice.

sTRaTEGiEs

• Making predictions• Identifying important ideas

Boomerang 2 – La journée de Charlie – Citizenship

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Que c’est bon !In this unit, students learn to appreciate food and make healthy choices. Through a variety of engaging texts, students learn to make tacos, read a menu, and order in a restaurant.

Character Development Trait Appreciation

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Students create an ideal menu that would encourage their friends to eat in their new restaurant and they role-play a restaurant scene in small groups. A perfect opportunity for a restaurant field trip! une journée de classe dans un restaurant!

sTRaTEGiEs

• Using models• Grouping words or ideas together

Boomerang 2 – Qu’est-ce que tu vois ? – Appreciation

Écolos !Responsibility for the environment is paramount in our society. In this unit, students learn to Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle. They engage in an initiative to look after the environment in their community and they invite their friends to help through a series of engaging activities and authentic texts.

Character Development Trait Responsibility – Respect for Environment

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Students work in small groups to create an initiative in the school to show respect for the environment.

sTRaTEGiEs

• Imagining something• Thinking about a subject and about personal experiences

Boomerang 2 – Mission possible ! – Responsibility / Respect for Environment

Toi et moi !Integrity is what makes us who we are. In this unit, students learn to describe their qualities, their intelligences, and their challenges. They determine what they can do with these qualities in order to better understand their friends and to stand up for what they believe in. They are introduced to prominent Francophones who have made a difference. Character Development Trait Integrity – Compassion

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Students write a motivational speech and after conducting an interview, they present a friend to the class.

sTRaTEGiEs

• Using context to help with understanding• Associations

Boomerang 2 – Qui est ton héros ? – Integrity and compassion

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As students create an invention, they plan out the steps to present it at a conference for inventors. They create a flyer and logo and learn how to follow steps to accomplish their tasks. Along the way, they learn how to provide good, respectful feedback to their peers.

Character Development Trait Creativity

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Students create an invention that will make their lives easier and present it to the class.

sTRaTEGiEs

• Grouping words or ideas together• Giving and receiving feedback

Boomerang 3 – Clic ! – Creativity

Je veux, je peux !Students learn about the importance of setting goals and developing an action plan in order to be successful. They explore favourite hobbies and pastimes including sports and the arts and discuss the importance of being motivated and committed to their tasks. Character Development Trait Perseverance – Commitment

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Students write and present a motivational speech to showcase what they are passionate about and motivate others to stay committed to their goals.

sTRaTEGiEs

• Using models• Imagining something

Boomerang 3 – Repousse tes limites ! – Perseverance / Commitment

COMING SOON !

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D’un océan à l’autreStudents learn how various Francophone cultural groups across Canada - including those in Acadia, Western and Northern Canada - celebrate their French heritage. Character Development Trait Citizenship

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Students create their own cultural festival to showcase their personal cultural heritage using what they have learned as models. They prepare a map of the festival grounds, determine events that will take place, decide on food kiosks, and present the festival to the class.

sTRaTEGiEs

• Associations• Using a graphic organizer to explain ideas

Boomerang 3 – Nous sommes uniques ! – Citizenship

Original et génial !Students learn to connect with their peers and to value diversity and differences. They discuss people who make their mark in society and who think outside the box, to do so. Character Development Trait Respect

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Students develop a campaign to showcase the importance of being true to oneself.

sTRaTEGiEs

• Identifying the main idea• Making use of resources when in need of help

Boomerang 3 – La forêt du Grand Ours – Respect

Complètement techno !Students explore the world of technology as they are exposed to a variety of technology-based presentation formats. They write a persuasive report identifying why they “need” a cell phone. Character Development Trait Accomplishment

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Students use technology to create a visual representation designed to showcase themselves, their friends, and their school.

sTRaTEGiEs

• Identifying steps in order to organize work• Brainstorming ideas before writing a text

Boomerang 3 – Max et ses amis – Accomplishment

Asking questions: See this strategy at www.editionscec.com/en/CP_ask10

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The many advantages of combining Boomerang with C’est parti !:

• provides additional reading to your core materials;

• offers opportunities to work on the same skills: oral interaction, listening, reading and writing;

• allows students to use the same learning strategies to enhance text comprehension;

The additional reading found in the Boomerang collection can be used to:

• consolidate student knowledge of French;

• increase the opportunities for differentiated learning as the booklets feature three levels of difficulty; easy, moderate and advanced;

• vary the readings by making use of the wide variety of text themes and genres;

• offer more reading choices, especially in the context of split classes;

• add multimedia materials.

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C’est parti ! and Boomerang: The best foundation for good learning in a second-language classroom

C’EST PARTI ! AND BOOMERANG

C’est parti ! , our Core French collection, and Boomerang, our literacy supplement, can be used together or independently of one another in the classroom. Either way, they open up a world of possibilities!

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For more information on the teaching approach of Boomerang, visit www.editionscec.com/en/Boom_TA12

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Exactly what you need to motivate your students to speak French!

You need relevant and age-appropriate themes, real-life situations that students can identify with, functional language used in context that they can apply to their own conversation and strategies to help them participate with ease and communicate with confidence. That’s what Boomerang is all about!

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The Boomerang collection for students in Grades 4 to 8 features 55 different texts showcasing a myriad of character traits and aspects of Canadian culture.

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Collectively, the levelled readers, Teacher’s Resource Books, Audio CDs, CD -ROMs and e- books on USB key encourage and provide complete support for student interaction.

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Following the Gradual Release of Responsibility model, the teaching notes support continuous student engagement. The multiple suggestions for differentiation ensure that each student acquires the required tools and the confidence to interact in French.

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The suggestions for culminating tasks provided in the teaching notes and reproducible activity sheets for each story allow students to demonstrate their understanding and provide you with an opportunity to assess and evaluate their oral production.

now you’re talking!

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Levelled Readers

BOOMERANG 1-5 Grades 4-8A collection that encourages and provides complete support for student interaction

Boomerang 1-3 Boomerang 4-5

• 5 stories per grade;

• wide variety of real life situations;

• auditory, visual, oral, and written texts to develop literacy skills;

• length-appropriate texts with 3 different levels of difficulty;

• a visual dictionary to facilitate vocabulary and knowledge transference.

• 3 sets of texts per level;

• magazine-style format for older students;

• difficult words and abstract expressions are highlighted and explained in the “Pour t’aider” section on each page.

Boomerang Kit

All of the Boomerang components help create a dynamic learning environment in the FSL classroom!

Included in each kit:

• Boomerang 1-3: 6 copies of each of the 5 titles

• Boomerang 4-5: 6 or 30 copies of one title

• Teacher’s Resource Book

• Audio CD and CD -ROM

• USB Key

• Practical carry all case

usB Key

Digital version of the books

• Allows video projection with or without the texts

• Offers built- in audio recordings

• Functionalities of an interactive whiteboard

• Can be used with or without a SMARTboard®

• No Internet required

Teacher’s Resource Book

• Step -by- step teaching notes to help you plan oral interaction

• Over 150 reproducible activity sheets and anchor charts, saving hours of preparation

• Over 300 coloured flash cards for vocabulary work

• Variety of assessment tools

• Audio CD with a recording of each text, vocabulary words, and a visual glossary

• CD -ROM with modifiable BLMs and multimedia presentation of the coloured flashcards

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Character Development Trait Respect

synopsis A 10 -year old boy walks the reader through the various parts of the school and the different aspects of school life including the library, math, science, and art class, recess, the hallway, the gym, and lunch time.

The narrator explains how he and his peers show respect and good manners in each environment from his point of view.

Ce n’est pas moi ! is an effective tool to use at the beginning of the year to establish classroom rules and expectations or to reinforce them later in the year.

oral Response to Text Students find people around the school who are using good manners.

Quelle fête! Text Type Fiction Level Easy

Character Development Trait Responsibility

synopsis You are invited to the Martin family’s Canada Day party, and each extended family member has a specific responsibility to contribute to its success.

Our young female narrator helps her little brother get ready while her half sister decorates the house. Her father organizes the games and she makes dessert with her step mother. Her aunt and uncle bring a salad and fireworks and her grandfather looks after the barbeque.

By working together, everyone is able to enjoy the festivities and celebrate this national holiday.

oral Response to Text Students present a celebration of their choice.

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Au revoir, Lola ! Text Type Fiction Level Moderate

Character Development Trait Appreciation

synopsis Martin is initially thrilled to be rid of his annoying older sister, Lola, who is off to Ottawa to compete in a hockey tournament. He recounts the drive to Montreal with his parents to watch the Toronto Maple Leafs play the Montreal Canadiens.

While at a restaurant, he can’t order fondue because it’s a meal for two, which makes him begin to miss Lola. When they go to the train station to pick her up, she is holding a trophy! Martin is so happy to see his sister and has learned to appreciate family relationships.

oral Response to Text Students perform a reader’s theatre.

Une bonne photo de classe ! Text Type Non fiction Level Moderate

Character Development Trait Responsibility – Creativity

synopsis This piece of procedural writing allows the students to create descriptive self portraits via an edible medium: cupcakes!

Step- by- step, our little artists choose decorations to represent their unique facial features, expressions, hair type and colour as they put together a fun and delicious class picture.

oral Response to Text Students create an image of their face on a cupcake and pose for a cupcake class photo.

Est-ce que tu me connais ? Text Type Non fiction Level Advanced

Character Development Trait Compassion

synopsis This informative text explains the roles played by some of the more misunderstood members of our ecosystem. The bat, giraffe, vulture, great white shark, spider, snail, crocodile, and others each provide interesting facts about themselves from their own point of view.

We learn to have a more compassionate understanding of different animals because even though they may be different, they are important to each other’s survival.

oral Response to Text Students present important facts about a wild animal.

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Character Development Trait Integrity – Compassion

synopsis Liam is a new, physically challenged student from Vietnam. Erik, a fellow classmate, is very impressed by Liam’s original drawings and sculptures.

After Liam is hit by a snowball at recess, Erik notices his sketch of a snow fort. They decide to work together to make Liam’s idea a reality.

Through this demonstration of compassion and integrity, we learn that inclusivity can lead to great friendships.

oral Response to Text Students interview a friend, create a friendship cube, and present it to the class.

La journée de Charlie Text Type Fiction Level Easy

Character Development Trait Citizenship

synopsis Three friends leave to take the bus to the skateboard park when they realize their puppy Charlie has come along for the ride.

Charlie scoots away on a skateboard on his own adventure and the children scour the neighbourhood to find him. A police officer, bus driver, mailman, and fireman suggest looking for Charlie at the grocery store, the hair salon, the post office, and the bank.

The garbage man finally manages to catch him before he gets away again, and everyone returns home safe and sound.

oral Response to Text Students participate in a reader’s theatre.

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Qu’est-ce que tu vois ? Text Type Fiction Level Moderate

Character Development Trait Appreciation

synopsis This narrative follows Ayasha and her father at her school’s annual Art Festival.

The crowd really likes one painting in particular but Ayasha is too small to see over their heads. Its vibrant colours evoke strong memories for different spectators including Prairie sunsets and golden fields of wheat, autumn leaves in Central Ontario and cracking ice in the Northwest Territories.

To Ayasha’s surprise and delight, the painting turns out to be her own masterpiece.

oral Response to Text Students create a new reader jacket for the story and display it for others to enjoy.

Mission possible ! Text Type Non fiction Level Moderate

Character Development Trait Responsibility – Respect for the environment

synopsis This informative text promotes social responsibility and highlights the importance of respecting our environment.

We learn that plastic is made of crude oil, a natural and non renewable resource. After examining the havoc that plastic wreaks on the earth and its inhabitants, we are encouraged to reduce, reuse, and recycle plastic products in a variety of creative ways.

Green Mission = Mission: Possible!

oral Response to Text Students create and present artwork using recyclable materials.

Qui est ton héros ? Text Type Fiction and Non fiction Level Advanced

Character Development Trait Integrity – Compassion

synopsis In this combined narrative and non fiction text, Naomi researches her school assignment about heroes.

Using an internet search engine, she discovers how different people define heroes. She realizes there are all types of heroes including famous Canadians, everyday heroes, young heroes, and even animals!

She recognizes heroic qualities in her family members as well and comes to the conclusion that her own personal hero is her Mom.

oral Response to Text Students present important facts about their personal hero.

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Character Development Trait Accomplishment – Creativity

synopsis Luc loves indulging in his passion: photography. However, his photos seem to be just missing the mark. His grandfather tells Luc that with practice, he can accomplish anything he sets his mind to.

The next day, Luc notices a poster for a school talent show. Inspired by his peers as they prepare to showcase their strengths, Luc takes different photographs and compiles them into a slideshow.

Everyone is thoroughly impressed with Luc’s creative work of art.

oral Response to Text Students use a graphic organizer to prepare a presentation that showcases one of their talents/pastimes.

Repousse tes limites ! Text Type Fiction Level Easy

Character Development Trait Perseverance – Commitment

synopsis Best friends Nala and Sameer love participating in physical activities together. Sameer is diabetic, so Nala signs up for her first mini triathlon to raise money for diabetes research.

While swimming, she is kicked in the head but perseveres to finish the swim. While cycling, she gets a cramp in her right leg but pushes herself to complete the trail.

With her friends and family cheering her on, she fulfills her commitment to this worthwhile cause and crosses the finish line. Bravo, Nala !

oral Response to Text Students present an oral response to the text through the recital of a motivational poem.

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Nous sommes uniques ! Text Type Non fiction Level Moderate

Character Development Trait Appreciation – Respect

synopsis The word Métis is defined as “mélange” or “mix,” bringing European and First Nations cultures together as teachers and guardians of peace.

This informational text provides us with a brief history of the Métis culture and helps us learn to respect their symbols, art, celebrations, traditional foods, dance, music, and games.

Students are then encouraged to speak to their elders to gain an appreciation of their own unique origins through questions about celebrations, foods, and traditions.

oral Response to Text Students present aspects of their own culture that makes them unique.

La forêt du Grand Ours Text Type Non fiction Level Moderate

Character Development Trait Respect

synopsis In this non fiction text, come explore the Great Bear Rainforest in British Columbia. Learn about its complex ecosystem, including its varied precipitation but temperate climate.

Discover rich flora and diverse fauna like the Kermode bear: a rare black bear with cream coloured fur.

Unfortunately, industries have not given the forest the respect it deserves and have put it in great danger. Concerned Canadians have helped to protect parts of the forest, but we’re not out of the woods yet!

oral Response to Text Students create an information pamphlet about the Great Bear Rainforest and share it within the school community.

Max et ses amis Text Type Non fiction Level Advanced

Character Development Trait Accomplishment

synopsis Max welcomes us to his school’s extraordinary website where he and his friends from around the Francophone world can communicate in a completely safe environment.

Each student’s page displays where they are from, their birthday, interests, and pictures with captions.

Friends from Tadoussac, Quebec; Cairo, Egypt; New Orleans, Louisiana; Gand, Belgium; and Phnom Penh, Cambodia chat and comment on one another’s accomplishments.

oral Response to Text Students create a personal homepage.

Le cinéma

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Un billet, deux films ? Text Type Email Character Development Trait Honestysynopsis Caroline emails her friend Rachel because she needs advice. Her friend Vanessa wants them to go to the movies and wants to buy one ticket to see two movies. What will Rachel’s answer be?FinaL TasK Students create an email, a survey, a poster, or a video clip.

Choisir un film… quelle décision ! Text Type Dialogue Character Development Trait Compromising synopsis Four teens give their opinion on their favourite movies and movie genres.FinaL TasK Students create a movie poster and a skit.

Des moments importants dans l’histoire du cinéma Text Type Timeline Character Development Trait Accomplishmentsynopsis A timeline follows important events in the history of the movie industry.FinaL TasK Students create a timeline, television or radio program, and poster or promotional advertisement.

Deux Canadiens extraordinaires dans le monde du cinéma Text Type Biography Cards Character Development Trait Resilience – Commitmentsynopsis Biographical information about Canadian film director James Cameron and First Nations actress Tantoo Cardinal.FinaL TasK Students create a biography card, a poem or song, or present a collage or a PowerPoint presentation.

Quelle vie de star ! Text Type Comic Strip Character Development Trait Integritysynopsis A day in the life of a diva.FinaL TasK Students recreate the comic strip as a skit; create a rap or a song; create an interview and create an original eight-frame comic strip.

Pirates ou consommateurs ? Text Type Blog Character Development Trait Honestysynopsis Five students post their comments on illegal downloading.FinaL TasK Students create a public service announcement, television advertisement or letter to the editor.

Each collection of texts in Boomerang 4 and 5 offers a variety of text types about fascinating subjects, eye-catching illustrations to aid in comprehension, and a rich vocabulary useful in everyday situations.

All this is offered using a balanced literacy approach, focusing on strategy development and integrating reading, listening, oral interaction, and writing.

Bon appétit

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Un bon repas Text Type Menu and Bill Character Development Trait Appreciationsynopsis A full menu listing prices for a number of dishes and beverages at the restaurant Le Petit Bistro.FinaL TasK Students prepare and present a radio advertisement for a restaurant; create a menu and plan the opening of their own restaurant.

La critique du restaurant L’Ancien Parisien Text Type Critique Character Development Trait Appreciation – Creativity synopsis A review of the restaurant L’Ancien Parisien, written by a well-known Parisian restaurant critic.FinaL TasK Choice: Students write and post a review online; create and present a skit; research and report findings or create a television interview.

Le dîner d’Asad Text Type Short Story Character Development Trait Tolerance, Acceptancesynopsis Asad, a new immigrant from Somalia attending his first day of school in Canada, realizes at lunch-time that food can bring people together.FinaL TasK Students decorate a lunch bag with symbols, present a skit, and create a 3-D model of words and expressions.

La fabrication du chocolat : de la graine à l’emballage Text Type Photo Essay Character Development Trait Accomplishment – Responsibilitysynopsis Students follow the major steps in the making of chocolate from seed to packaging.FinaL TasK Students create a poem, a recipe, or a commercial.

Viens découvrir les spécialités du Québec ! Text Type Article and Recipe Character Development Trait Citizenshipsynopsis Students learn about Quebecois specialities including tourtière, poutine, baked beans, maple syrup, and pouding chômeur.FinaL TasK Students research and present their findings in a magazine layout, videotaped television ad, or oral presentation.

Ma première journée à l’école Le Cordon Bleu Text Type Journal Entry Character Development Trait Responsibilitysynopsis Nicole is ready for her first day at Le Cordon Bleu, a world famous culinary school, and shares her excitement in a journal entry.FinaL TasK Students create a journal entry, slide show, poster, or interview.

Manger mieux, vivre mieux ! Text Type Cartoon and Article Character Development Trait Responsibilitysynopsis Students are introduced to the number of servings they need from each food group and how to develop healthy eating habits.FinaL TasK Students create a labelled collage, a cartoon, a media presentation, or a poster.

Vive les sports !

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Le camp de soccer Text Type Dialogue, Letter, and Invitation Character Development Trait Accomplishment – Perseverancesynopsis Jamie’s father enrolls her in a soccer camp as a surprise birthday present. A letter of welcome outlines all the fun activities involved. Bon anniversaire, Jamie !FinaL TasK Students create a dialogue, a brochure and text messages, emails, or a telephone conversation (written or oral).

Tournoi de hockey Recherche de bénévoles Text Type Poster Character Development Trait Commitment – Responsibilitysynopsis One poster recruits hockey players to compete in a tournament. A second poster calls for volunteers to help organize a regional swim meet.FinaL TasK Students create a website and a dialogue, promotional poster, or travel brochure.

Des athlètes canadiens remarquables Text Type Photo Essay Exhibit Character Development Trait Commitmentsynopsis Students learn about past and present Canadian athletes who have left a mark on their sport.FinaL TasK Students create a sports biography card or an interview.

Sandro adore le baseball Text Type Narrative Character Development Trait Perseverance – Determinationsynopsis Sandro loves baseball but he seems to have a lot of trouble catching or hitting the ball. A few things happen and he wins the championship for his team!FinaL TasK Students write texts or emails, skits, and dialogues to present.

L’équipement de sport : une évolution Text Type Photo Essay Exhibit Character Development Trait Accomplishmentsynopsis We learn how the hockey mask, snowboard, ice skates, and baseball glove have evolved and improved over time.FinaL TasK Students create or illustrate models to present and research a timeline.

Des athlètes extraordinaires Text Type Informational text Character Development Trait Determination – Responsibility – Resiliencesynopsis We are introduced to some of the most popular sports of the Paralympics including sitting volleyball, wheelchair basketball, alpine skiing, and sledge hockey.FinaL TasK Students create a profile, promotional poster, or graphic organizer.

Filles et garçons : jouer ensemble ou non ? Text Type Chat Character Development Trait Determinationsynopsis Audrey hosts a chat room and asks different opinions about whether girls and boys should play on the same sports team. FinaL TasK Students write a newspaper article, a song, rap lick or poem or make a graffiti poster to present.

Voyages dans la francophonie

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Que pensez-vous de Saint-Martin ? Text Type Blog Character Development Trait Responsibilitysynopsis David is blogging on a travel-sharing site to learn about Saint-Martin before he goes there on vacation with his family.FinaL TasK Students prepare an interview or create a blog.

Saint-Pierre-et-Miquelon : la France en Amérique Text Type Brochure Character Development Trait Appreciationsynopsis Students learn about the French islands Saint-Pierre-et-Miquelon, which lie just off the East Coast of Canada.FinaL TasK Students prepare a commercial or a radio ad or create a website.

Des nouvelles d’Europe Text Type Email Character Development Trait Determination – Responsibilitysynopsis Lian emails her family in Canada when travelling throughout Europe to improve her French. FinaL TasK Students prepare a video presentation on Skype or a skit demonstrating a phone conversation.

Un voyage de classe à Québec Text Type Directions (City Map) Character Development Trait Responsibilitysynopsis Yusseuf and his grade-eight friends can’t wait for their upcoming class trip to Quebec City.FinaL TasK Students prepare a presentation or plan an itinerary.

Nos vacances à Mont-Tremblant Text Type Comic Strip Character Development Trait Persistencesynopsis A couple anticipating their winter trip to Mont-Tremblant, Quebec, experiences various problems.FinaL TasK Students create a skit or a comic strip.

Maroc : on arrive ! Text Type Itinerary Character Development Trait Appreciationsynopsis We learn about the eight-day itinerary of Kate’s trip to Morocco with her family.FinaL TasK Students present a conversation or create a poster.

Mon voyage à Monaco Text Type Postcard Character Development Trait Appreciation – Citizenshipsynopsis Stephan writes a series of postcards to his friends while he visits cousins in France.FinaL TasK Students present a dialogue or post pictures on a website.

En avant la musique !

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Aller ou ne pas aller au concert…

Text Type Chat Character Development Trait Responsibility – Accountabilitysynopsis In a chat with her friends Juliana and Madeleine, Ava discusses her parents’ decision not to allow her to attend a concert.FinaL TasK Students prepare a phone, an online, or a written conversation

L’importance de la musique dans nos vies Text Type Magazine Article Character Development Trait Accomplishmentsynopsis We learn about the development of music to the present day and the many ways in which music affects our lives.FinaL TasK Students hold a debate or create a collage, a mobile or a PowerPoint presentation.

Le monde de la musique, c’est fascinant ! Text Type Photo Montage Character Development Trait Appreciationsynopsis This photo montage presents fascinating facts about the world of music.FinaL TasK Students research and present facts.

Quelle surprise ! Text Type Narrative Character Development Trait Determinationsynopsis Four boys auditioning to become the lead singer for a male group discover that the most talented singer is actually… a girl!FinaL TasK Students prepare a career plan or create a comic strip.

Des artistes remarquables ! Text Type Biography Cards Character Development Trait Accomplishmentsynopsis Students read about accomplished musicians who have influenced others in the world of music.FinaL TasK Students prepare a presentation, conduct an interview, or create a biography card.

Galaxie Un concert inoubliable ! Text Type Poster and Critique Character Development Trait Appreciationsynopsis This text presents a critique of a concert with a poster advertising the event.FinaL TasK Students create a critique or perform a skit.

Ô Canada ! Text Type Song Character Development Trait Appreciationsynopsis This text presents our national anthem and highlights the interesting facts about its history.FinaL TasK Students create or present an anthem or produce a video.

Ensemble, on s’implique !

With the contribution of Canadian activistCraig Kielburger!

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Les premiers répondants : des héros ! Text Type News report Character Development Trait Courage, Determinationsynopsis In this text, students are thrown into a flood scene in Manitoba.FinaL TasK Students create a news reporter interview or write a poem or create a wanted ad.

Des personnes remercient leurs sauveteurs Text Type Newspaper article Character Development Trait Determination, Kindness, Fortitude, Generositysynopsis The article tells the story of an elderly woman and her teenaged grandson who are rescued by first responders.FinaL TasK Students write a diary entry or write a thank-you letter or perform a skit.

Les chasseurs de tornades Text Type Blog Character Development Trait Courage, Appreciationsynopsis In this text, a journalist encourages readers to blog back to the following question: Que pensez-vous des chasseurs de tornades ?FinaL TasK Students write a warning message about a tornado or perform a skit or write a blog.

Le prix du Gouverneur général du Canada pour l’entraide Text Type Brochure Character Development Trait Citizenship, Responsibilitysynopsis In this text, students read about the Governor General’s Award which is presented yearly. FinaL TasK Students present a charity or cause that he/she is interested in volunteering for or develop their own award.

La personnalité du mois Text Type Comic strip Character Development Trait Citizenship, Responsibilitysynopsis Students read about a young boy in India who goes door to door selling clementines to raise money after an earthquake in India.FinaL TasK Students prepare a presentation of someone who is inspiring or create their own charity for a cause.

Salut, je m’appelle Craig Kielburger Text Type Informational text Character Development Trait Determination, Generosity, Volunteerism, Confidencesynopsis Students read about the beginnings of Free the Children, an organization co-founded by Craig Kielburger, the author of the text. FinaL TasK Students prepare a radio, television or print advertisement, or create a skit to persuade, or plan a school dance as a fund raiser.

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A Professional Development resource for successful FSL teaching and learning!A Professional resource that:

Demonstrates the importance of using language learning strategies for enhanced learning and interaction, while gaining the confidence required to develop communication skills

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