Et Voilà!

When it comes to France's most iconic landmarks, the Eiffel Tower comes first to mind. In today's episode, we discuss the history and a few fun facts about this most well-known, most visited, most ubiquitous Parisian monument. 

Today, we invite you to discover Le Mont Saint Michel, an architectural and historical landmark located in Normandy. Enjoy!

Welcome to the third season of Et Voilà , LFS School's 8th grade French podcast. Our theme this year will be French and Francophone most celebrated landmarks and our first episode invites you to discover France's most famous museum, Le Louvre. Enjoy!

In this episode, we are sharing a few favorite memories of our 8th grade year at Little Flower School. 

In this episode, we take a look at l'école élémentaire, or elementary school in France, and compare the experience of French and American students in elementary school.

What better way to start the day than with a warm croissant and une tasse de café-au-lait ? Join us today as we chat over breakfast.

Opinions vary on whether l'équitation should be considered a hobby, a sport, or an art form; or perhaps all of the above. In this episode, we recognize the long and noble history of horseback riding in France. We also learn some of the terminology and popular activities associated with horses and those who love to ride them. 

Today's episode highlights the Cathedral of Notre Dame, the Louvre Museum and the Eiffel Tower, three iconic symbols of French architecture.

In this episode, we take a look at the French equivalent of preschool in America, l'école maternelle. 

Every summer, a large group of intrepid bicyclists embarks on an adventurous journey throughout France. They ride through the Pyrenees and the Alps and other similarly beautiful and difficult terrains before crossing the finish line on the Champs Elysées 23 days later. Welcome to the Tour de France, everyone!

In this first episode of the Season 2 of Et Voilà , eight-grade LFS students discuss iconic paintings of Claude Monet and Auguste Renoir. A visit to the Louvre, anyone?

In France, as in many other francophone countries, Mother's Day is usually celebrated at the end of May. We are dedicating this last episode of the school year to all the moms who listen to our podcast. Bonne Fète des Mères ! Happy summer! And don't forget to tune in again when we return in September!

In this episode, we turn our attention to the world of singing competitions. How does the French national singing contest, 'Eurovision-France: C'est Vous Qui Décidez', compare to the popular American program, The Voice?

Every June, the French public welcomes the arrival of summer with a street music festival called, La Fête de la Musique. In this episode, we take a closer look at this popular celebration and wonder how it compares to the California music festival known as Coachella. 

What is round, soft, and sweet, and comes in all the colors of the rainbow? Macarons, of course! In today's episode, we are indulging our craving for France's most delicious cookie. Please join us!

Easter celebrations in France and the U.S. offer an interesting blend of similarities and differences. Listen to learn more. Happy Easter, or rather, Joyeuses Pâques!

The French love the game of tennis. In this episode, we will discuss the origin of the game and why it is so popular in France. Have fun listening!

Soccer is extremely popular in France. The fact that the country's team is the current 'world champion' is a matter of great national pride! In this episode, we will discuss the differences between how the game of soccer is perceived in France and in the U.S. 

The city of New Orleans is famous for its Mardi Gras celebrations. But why is that? What is Mardi Gras? Where does it come from? In this first episode of their new podcast series 'Et Voilà!', eighth grade French students from Little Flower School take a look at the tradition of Mardi Gras.