Sue Cave is the co-author of Physical French Phonics. It is a step by step guide on how to embed phonics in language learning with accompanying classroom activities. It is suitable both for up-skilling adults and for use in the classroom. 26 key French sounds have been identified and are represented by memorable cartoon pictures which link them to an action. There are video recordings of native speakers performing the accompanying actions for the sounds. In addition, there are photocopiable resources to practise linking the sounds to letters; flashcards; activity cards, interactive whiteboard files to create your own resources and a wall frieze. Cave Languages scheme of work resources include this method of teaching reading and writing.
Physical French Phonics was a winner of the European Language Label Award 2012.
If you have a copy of the first edition of Physical French Phonics the Flashplayer within the files will no longer be supported from the end of 2020. Please contact info@brilliantpublications.co.uk and tell them where and when you purchased your copy and they will send you the new HTML files.
If you have a copy of Physical French Phonics, you can have access to a password area to download free Smart Notebook classroom resources and accompanying lesson plans to introduce the key 26 sounds; a wall frieze; phonics mat; interactive games and assessment activities. Just send me a photo of your copy.Cave Languages Schemes of Work
Here are some more free resources and information. 7 step processPDF file, size: 39.8KB5 steps for pronouncing unfamiliar words in FrenchPDF file, size: 213.5KBMapping French Phonics in a Scheme of WorkMicrosoft Excel file, size: 17.5KBMapping Spanish Phonics in a Scheme of WorkMicrosoft Excel file, size: 17.2KBMapping German Phonics in a Scheme of WorkMicrosoft Excel file, size: 18.2KBPlease contact Sue Cave if you would like a demonstration of this innovative method of teaching French phonics.
Here is a link to the Physical French Phonics YouTube channel with various webinar presentations on embedding phonics in primary schemes of work, creating resources and using the resource in secondary schools.YouTube
View PDFs of presentation slides here.
Embedding phonics in language learningPDF file, size: 1.8MBTop 10 Tips for Teaching PhonicsPDF file, size: 15.8MBPhonics in progressPDF file, size: 5.2MBCave Languages offers a unique training course for primary teachers who would like to improve their French pronunciation and become more confident about it using the Physical French Phonics method. It consists of either 1 online session of 1 hour 30 minutes or two online sessions of 1 hour 15 minutes at a mutually convenient time. Find out more hereBook a place