Shops and Exploring My Town in French
Shops and Exploring My Town in French
Learning Objective
At the end of the lesson you will be able to talk about shops, public places, shopping, and describe your town in French.
Review: Where Are We?
Think back: What shops and public places did we learn about before the break? List any you remember in French.
Shops in My Town
Boulangerie (bakery), boucherie (butcher), supermarché (supermarket), pharmacie (pharmacy), librairie (bookshop).
Who Visits These Places?
For Families and Tourists
Le cinéma, le parc, la piscine.
Le musée, le café, l’office du tourisme.
For Young People
What Can You Buy?
J’achète du pain à la boulangerie. J’achète du poulet à la boucherie. J’achète un livre à la librairie.
How to Talk About Prices
Combien ça coûte? (How much is it?) Ça coûte 5 euros. (It costs 5 euros.)
Example: Shopping Dialogues
"Bonjour, je voudrais un pain s’il vous plaît. —Ça coûte deux euros."
Create a Shopping List
Imagine a party! Write a list in French of what you need to buy. E.g. du jus, des chips, du fromage.
Challenge: Special Event Shopping
What would you need for a birthday or cultural celebration? List at least five items in French.
Let's Go on a City Tour!
Imagine you are a tourist in Paris or your favourite French city. Describe the places you see.
Describing a Big City
Il n’y a pas de plage, il n’y a pas de zoo.
What Is There?
What Isn't There?
Il y a un grand parc, beaucoup de magasins, une cathédrale.
Opening and Closing Times
La boulangerie ouvre à 7h00 et ferme à 19h00. Le supermarché est ouvert du lundi au samedi.
Where Is the Town?
Ma ville est située dans le nord de la France. Où est votre ville ou village?
Reflection: What Did You Learn About French Town Life?