Canada · Ontario Curriculum Expectations
Grade 6 French / Modern Languages
An introductory immersion into the French language focusing on high frequency vocabulary and essential communicative structures. Students develop basic proficiency through authentic cultural contexts and interactive social exchanges.
Identity and Connections
Students learn to introduce themselves and others while exploring the diversity of the French speaking world.
Mastering formal and informal ways to initiate and close conversations in various social settings.
Sharing basic personal information including name, age, origin, and personality traits.
Using numbers for ages, dates, and phone numbers to facilitate logistical exchanges.
Daily Life and School
Navigating the immediate environment of the classroom and the typical school day.
Identifying objects and following common instructions used in a learning space.
Discussing school subjects, preferences, and the timing of the school day.
Talking about friends and the activities students do together during breaks.
Family and Home
Exploring family structures and describing the living spaces we inhabit.
Describing family members, pets, and the diverse ways families are structured.
Identifying rooms in a house and describing where people live.
Discussing chores and the responsibilities members have within a home.
Leisure and Hobbies
Using the language to express personal interests, sports, and weekend activities.
Learning vocabulary for popular sports and discussing physical activity.
Exploring instruments, artistic hobbies, and cultural expressions.
Describing typical weekend plans and using the near future tense.
Food and Health
Exploring culinary traditions, ordering food, and discussing healthy habits.
Functional language for ordering food and drinks in a social setting.
Identifying common foods and exploring traditional Francophone dishes.
Discussing nutrition and habits that contribute to physical well being.
Travel and Geography
Expanding horizons by looking at the geography of the Francophone world and travel needs.
Locating French speaking countries and provinces on a world map.
Learning how to get around a city and ask for locations.
Describing weather conditions and how they affect travel and clothing choices.