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French greetings for children

The very first step in learning French is the ability to greet others and introduce yourself. This unit, focused on French greetings for children, gives young learners the confidence to start speaking from the very beginning. Instead of memorizing isolated words, children practice real communication: saying hello, goodbye, giving their name, asking a friend’s name, and saying their age. Parents looking for a clear and playful introduction to French will discover that this unit combines structure, interactivity, and cultural awareness.

What your child will learn in this unit

By the end of this unit, your child will be able to:

• Greet politely in French (Bonjour, Salut, Au revoir).
• Introduce themselves (Je m’appelle…).
• Ask a friend’s name (Comment tu t’appelles ?).
• Say their age (J’ai … ans).
• Recognize and use the first four colors.
• Count from 1 to 5.
• Understand basic classroom instructions (Écoute, Répète, Montre).

These are essential building blocks in the French language. From the very beginning, children learn not only vocabulary but also how to interact in short, meaningful exchanges.

A playful and interactive approach

Every lesson in this unit lasts around 30 minutes and follows a child-friendly structure. The sessions begin with a warm-up activity to engage attention, followed by a short video or model dialogue. Children are then invited to repeat, respond, and interact with the content through playful activities such as matching games, memory challenges, role-plays, and simple digital exercises.

Special attention is given to pronunciation practice. Young learners repeat key words and sounds in short, engaging activities, helping them build strong foundations and good habits from the start. Instead of rote learning, the focus is on interaction: the child listens, responds, and speaks in meaningful ways.

Mid-unit and final progress checks

Parents often want reassurance that their child is truly learning. To provide this, each unit includes two checkpoints:

• Lesson 6: A short mid-unit quiz to review greetings, names, age, numbers, and colors.
• Lesson 13: A final review and test, confirming that children have mastered the objectives with at least 50% success.

Both progress checks are designed for children: short, visual, and playful. They give feedback without creating stress, allowing children to feel proud of their progress.

Cultural connection

French is not just about words; it is also about everyday habits and politeness. This unit introduces children to the importance of greetings in French culture. Saying Bonjour when entering a room or Au revoir when leaving is not optional in France—it is essential. By practicing these cultural habits from the very beginning, children gain both linguistic and cultural confidence.

Benefits for your child

• Confidence from day one: Children speak French immediately using greetings and introductions.
• Interactive activities: Short, varied tasks that keep motivation high.
• Pronunciation practice: Building correct sounds early makes future learning easier.
• Step-by-step progress: Mid-unit and final review ensure retention and mastery.
• Cultural awareness: Learning how French children greet teachers, friends, and family.

Conclusion

This unit, French greetings for children, is the perfect starting point for young learners. It introduces essential expressions in a way that is playful, interactive, and culturally meaningful. By the end of the unit, your child will be able to greet, say their name and age, ask a simple question, and understand basic instructions—all in French. More importantly, they will feel confident and motivated to continue their journey into the French language.

Give your child the gift of communication: start with greetings, and open the door to French.