The Olympics is more than just a global celebration of sports—it’s also a fantastic opportunity for children and parents to learn together. With the recent Paris Olympics fresh in our minds and the Paralympics just around the corner, what better time to introduce your child to new French vocabulary? In our three-part series, we’ve been exploring Olympic sports terms in French, making learning a fun and engaging experience for the whole family. Here’s a recap of what we covered in each part of the series.
Part 1: Getting Started with Key Olympic Terms
In the first instalment of our series, we introduced some foundational Olympic terms that are essential for discussing the games. These words are closely associated with the core experiences of the Olympics, from the athletes who compete to the medals they strive for.
Vocabulary covered:
- Une médaille: A medal
- Un podium: A podium
- Une athlète: A female athlete
- Les Olympiques: The Olympics
- Une équipe: A team
These terms provided a strong foundation, allowing you and your child to engage more fully with the excitement of the Olympics and follow along as athletes competed for glory.
Part 2: Diving Deeper into the Olympics
As the Olympics progressed, we shared more challenging words in Part 2, focusing on sports that might be less familiar but are just as thrilling. This part of the series was designed to broaden your child’s understanding of the diverse range of sports that make up the Olympic Games.
Vocabulary covered:
- Le volleyball: Volleyball
- La natation: Swimming
- Le triathlon: Triathlon
- L’équitation: Horseback Riding
- La boxe: Boxing
By introducing these terms, we aimed to keep the learning experience exciting and dynamic, reflecting the variety of sports showcased at the Olympics.
Part 3: Wrapping Up with the Final Events
In the final part of our series, as the Paris Olympics came to a close and the Paralympics began, we focused on the culmination of the games and introduced terms related to the final events and other key elements of the Olympics.
Vocabulary covered:
- Le vainqueur: The winner
- La cérémonie de clôture: The closing ceremony
- Le tir à l’arc: Archery
- L’escrime: Fencing
- Le lancer du javelot: Javelin throw
These words not only helped your child learn the vocabulary associated with the end of the games but also prepared them for the upcoming Paralympics, continuing the learning journey.
Printable Flashcards for Continued Learning
We know that consistent practice is key to language learning, which is why we’ve created printable flashcards featuring all the vocabulary words covered in this series. These flashcards are perfect for reviewing the terms at home, on the go, or even while watching the Olympics and Paralympics together as a family.
[Download your flashcards here].
What’s Next?
The excitement of the Olympics may be winding down, but there’s always more to learn. Continue to explore new vocabulary with your children by integrating French into your daily routines, or by following along with the Paralympics to discover even more sports terms. And remember, learning is always more fun when it’s shared, so be sure to engage with your child and explore new words together.
Thank you for joining us in this Olympic journey of learning! We’d love to hear about your favorite sports and vocabulary from the series—let us know in the comments below.
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