1. Communication Skills

1.1. Introduction & Greetings

• Simple introductions: Name, age, nationality, profession.

• Basic greetings and farewells.

• Asking and answering simple questions (e.g., "How are you?").

1.2. Personal Information

• Talking about personal details: Address, phone number, email.

• Describing family members, relationships, and occupations.

• Expressing likes, dislikes, and preferences.

1.3. Daily Routines & Activities

• Describing daily routines and habits.

• Discussing hobbies, leisure activities, and interests.

• Talking about time, days of the week, and simple schedules.

1.4. Basic Interaction

• Making and responding to simple requests and offers.

• Ordering food and drinks in a café or restaurant.

• Shopping for basic needs (e.g., clothes, groceries).

2. Vocabulary Development

2.1. Basic Vocabulary

• Numbers (0-100).

• Colors, shapes, and sizes.

• Common nouns: Household items, food, clothing.

• Everyday verbs: Eat, drink, go, have, like, want.

2.2. Adjectives & Adverbs

• Basic adjectives for description: Big, small, hot, cold.

• Simple adverbs of frequency: Always, sometimes, never.

2.3. Common Expressions

• Frequently used phrases and expressions.

• Greetings, polite expressions, and common responses.

3. Grammar & Structure

3.1. Pronouns

• Subject pronouns (je, tu, il/elle, nous, vous, ils/elles).

• Basic object pronouns (le, la, les).

3.2. Articles & Nouns

• Definite and indefinite articles (le, la, les, un, une, des).

• Singular and plural forms of nouns.

3.3. Verbs & Tenses

• Regular verbs in the present tense (-er, -ir, -re endings).

• Introduction to irregular verbs (être, avoir, aller, faire).

• Forming simple negative sentences (ne... pas).

3.4. Questions & Negations

• Forming yes/no questions (Est-ce que... ?).

• Simple question words (où, quand, comment, pourquoi).

• Basic negation (ne... pas).

3.5. Prepositions & Conjunctions

• Basic prepositions of place (sur, sous, dans, devant, derrière).

• Simple conjunctions (et, mais, ou).

4. Listening & Speaking Practice

4.1. Listening Comprehension

• Understanding simple spoken French in everyday contexts.

• Recognizing key words and phrases in short dialogues.

4.2. Speaking Practice

• Engaging in basic conversations on familiar topics.

• Pronunciation practice for clarity and accuracy.

• Role-playing common scenarios (e.g., at the store, at a restaurant).

5. Reading & Writing Practice

5.1. Reading Comprehension

• Reading and understanding short, simple texts (e.g., signs, menus, emails).

• Identifying main ideas in simple written material.

5.2. Writing Skills

• Writing simple sentences and short paragraphs about personal information.

• Filling out forms with basic details (e.g., name, address).

6. Cultural Awareness

6.1. Introduction to French-Speaking Countries

• Overview of France and other Francophone countries.

• Basic cultural norms, customs, and etiquette.

6.2. French Holidays & Traditions

• Learning about major French holidays (e.g., Bastille Day, Christmas).

• Discussing common French traditions and celebrations.

Assessment Criteria

• Speaking: Ability to introduce oneself, engage in basic conversations, and pronounce French words clearly.

• Listening: Comprehension of simple spoken French, recognition of key vocabulary, and understanding of basic dialogues.

• Reading: Ability to read and understand short texts, identify main ideas, and recognize familiar words.

• Writing: Writing basic sentences, using correct grammar and spelling, and filling out forms with personal information.

This curriculum is designed to give learners a solid foundation in the French language, preparing them for more advanced levels of study.