The Alliance Francaise offers many unique activities to teach students about French culture and the French language. There are many different classes and cultural activities happening here but one thing that sometimes gets overlooked is the fact that it is a destination in and of itself for field trips. A colleague of mine took a group of students here and she was very pleased. The Alliance presented a video presentation about France and also a Powerpoint that highlighted all the activities at the Alliance. Students also had the opportunity to ask many questions about France and learning the language. At the end of the visit there is a small snack.
The only drawback is that the visit does cost $10 a head so you may want to call and see if you can forgo the snack for a cheaper visit. This is not as hands-on of a field trip that I would like but it does expose students to the French world here in DC!
Based on its location you can also try to get the class to go to Bistro Du Coin on Connecticut Avenue afterwards for appetizers. Always call ahead!
Contact Info:
Alliance Francaise de Washington
2142 Wyoming Avenue NW | Washington, DC 20008
Phone 202.234.7911 | Fax 202.234.0125
Website that highlights the field trip option: http://www.francedc.org/en/Article.aspx?id=262
Bistro Du Coin
1738 Connecticut Avenue Northwest
Washington, DC 20009-1103
(202) 234-6969
www.bistrotducoin.com
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