2016 fsl catalogue

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2016 FSL CatalogueCore French Resources

Bring language learning to life

Welcome to CEC!We are proud to present our 2016 FSL Catalogue designed for Junior and Intermediate educators. It features our two major core resources: C’est parti ! for Grades 4-6, and Odyssée for Grades 7-8. It also includes our literacy resource Boomerang for Grades 4-8.

C’est parti ! and Odyssée are completely aligned with the expectations of the 2013 Ontario Core French curriculum and are Trillium listed. Boomerang is a fl exible supplementary program that responds to the mandates of the Literacy and Numeracy Secretariat. It can easily be used independently or in conjunction with C’est parti ! and Odyssée.

At CEC Publishing, we take great pride in our many years of FSL expertise. We offer a variety of resources in both print and digital formats that are sure to be a hit with teachers and students alike. Our materials focus on oral communication, presenting engaging learning contexts with authentic situations. We use literacy-based strategies, action-oriented tasks, assessment tools, and multimedia content to effectively foster lifelong language learning.

Founded in 1956, CEC quickly became a leader in the fi eld of second language acquisition. This year marks our 60th anniversary. Our commitment to high academic standards, creativity, and innovative solutions will ensure that we will continue to meet and exceed all of your needs and expectations as FSL educators.

Your CEC team is here to support you each and every day!

To obtain more information on any of our resources or to schedule a visit at your school, please contact one of our dedicated FSL experts. They will be happy to answer any questions you may have and to assist you in choosing the resources that are right for you.

Kristy Brezina, Educational Sales RepresentativeCity of Toronto, Northern and Eastern Ontario, and Atlantic provinces [email protected] Phone: 416 319-5857 or 1 800 363-0494 ext 452

Francine Duguay, Executive DirectorGreater Toronto Area, Southwestern Ontario, and Western [email protected]: 1 800 363-0494 ext 372 Phone: 416 317-3319 or 1 800 363-0494 ext 457

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ODYSSÉE – INTERMEDIATE CORE RESOURCE

Odyssée – The Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Odyssée 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Odyssée 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

C’EST PARTI ! – JUNIOR CORE RESOURCE

C’est parti ! – The Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

C’est parti ! 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

C’est parti ! 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

C’est parti ! 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

BOOMERANG – JUNIOR AND INTERMEDIATE LITERACY

Boomerang – The Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Boomerang 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Boomerang 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Boomerang 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Boomerang 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Boomerang 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Suggested Planning for Combined Grades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

PROFESSIONAL LEARNING

My FSL Learning Environment: the Key to Success! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Let’s Talk: Lifelong Language Learning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Le français en images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

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• Annotate and add notes, hyperlinks, personal documents, audio recordings

• Add new titles to your digital bookshelf and fi nd all your resources in one place

• Project with a whiteboard or LCD projector

• Audio, video, BLMs, IWB activities and other resources embedded for easy access

• Zoom, conceal images and hide text

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INTERMEDIATE CORE RESOURCE

Get your students speaking French and having fun

Engaging and authentic learning contexts, cultural and intercultural opportunities, and relevant activities that refl ect the realities of young teens

• Provides multiple possibilities for active student engagement

• Uses the development of oral communication skills as the springboard for reading and writing

• Places emphasis on the Gradual Release of Responsibility to ensure student success

• Stresses the importance of scaffolded activities to meet the needs of all students

• Provides a range of self-, peer-, and teacher-assessment and evaluation tools for refl ection, self-directed learning, and support for next steps

• Links to the principles of the CEFR

Finally, a new core resource for Grades 7-8 FSL students and teachers! Meet and exceed the Big Ideas and Expectations of the revised FSL curriculum with Odyssée, our strategy-based, action-oriented program, integrating oral interaction with reading and writing. Continue the journey begun with the bestselling Grades 4-6 series, C’est parti !, written by French teachers in Ontario, and lead your students to become tomorrow’s global citizens.

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Components available• 4 Student Modules per grade level, available

in print or in digital format on MyCECZone: 1-year or 5-year access

• 4 corresponding Teacher’s Resource Guides. Each printed guide is packaged with its digital version, and includes a DVD-ROM. Choose from two digital options: USB key or 5-year renewable access to MyCECZone

Teacher’s Resource Guide includes:

• A practical introduction to the pedagogy behind the resource

• Overviews for long-range and short-term planning

• Detailed lessons, teaching notes and tips• Interactive e-books with embedded BLMs,

audio, video, and Interactive Whiteboard activities

• Modifi able black line masters including activity sheets, graphic organizers, anchor charts, assessment and evaluation tools

• A CEFR-based student portfolio

• Digital resources on MyCECZone or USB key

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This unit focuses on consumerism and the infl uence of advertising on our lives. Students choose a pastime that appeals to them and use the modelling in the module to guide their activities. They discuss their needs and wants in terms of their chosen pastime, and consider what to purchase for their new hobby. They learn about ways students of their age might make money to make their purchases, and the importance of budgeting. Practical Applications

Students learn how to be responsible consumers. They learn how to prepare a budget to make purchases for their hobby, and the importance of fi nding part-time jobs to help pay the expenses for their pastimes.

Cultural Region Students increase their knowledge of Haiti in this unit. FINAL TASK Students choose a pastime and make a list of items required to enjoy their new hobby. They prepare an oral or a written presentation to showcase their hobbies, their needs and wants, their budgets, and the part-time jobs they might choose to do to help fund their expenses.

Boomerang 4 – Vive les sports !

J’achète... ou pas ? Susan Forrester

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A family is planning an RV trip to the francophone areas of the United States. They decide on what they will need to bring and explain their choices. They tour Louisiana’s bayous and visit Lafayette, the French capital of the state. At the end of their trip, the young girl in the story posts photos to her blog that she took along the way. Practical Applications

Students’ French experience leads them to an authentic situation outside the classroom as they talk about planning the best trip ever!

Cultural Region

Students discover francophone regions within the US, and learn about how the proud Francophones in Louisiana have worked to maintain their French heritage. FINAL TASK

Students plan a trip they might take with their families. They prepare an itinerary, a list of things to bring, fun activities to do, and present these to the class.

Boomerang 4 – Voyages dans la francophonie

In this unit, students are exposed to simple, scientifi c concepts related to their daily lives. This is an engaging unit that puts the emphasis on critical and creative thinking and gives the students numerous opportunities not only to discuss the What of science around them, but also the What for. The unit provides numerous opportunities for authentic interaction about the world around us.

Practical Applications Students consider simple scientifi c concepts they observe around them, e.g., why paint is thick and nail polish thin, how our senses help us “see” the world around us, and even how to create toothpaste for an elephant! This is a practical and highly engaging unit.

Cultural Region

Students are exposed to the protected Amazonian rainforest of French Guyana and its creatures. FINAL TASK Students formulate a hypothesis for an experiment they might conduct, defi ne what they could expect to prove, and present possible fi ndings by means of a video or written presentation.

Boomerang 4 – Bon appétit !

This unit focuses on the screens in our lives. Students are exposed to electronic invitations, texting, and geocaching. They learn how to write a review of something they might have seen or heard on a screen – a song, a video or a fi lm. Following step-by-step models, students learn how to identify and describe the main elements of their review. Finally, they assign an appropriate number of stars to the production.

Practical Applications Students think critically about how screen content can not only entertain but also harm them.

Cultural Region

Students learn about geocaching in Martinique, a tourist attraction that helps visitors discover this Caribbean island. FINAL TASK Students write a review of a song, a video or a fi lm. They present it orally through a webcast or in writing to the class and the teacher.

Boomerang 4 – Le cinéma

Une excursion en familleJeanette Collinson

Sciences en folie !Jeanette Collinson and Michael Collinson

Sur mon écran Nina Alexander and Dianna Camara

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In this unit, students read a short adventure story. They discuss the characters, the setting, and the events leading up to the dénouement. This unit is an excellent literacy unit, as it provides an easy-to-follow model for students to create their own story, something they can take great pride in. They will fi nd that writing a story is easy when they follow the well-prepared steps.

Practical Applications Students use the modelled adventure story to discuss situations that might arise during an innocent walk through a mountainous region, the importance of fi rst responders to support adventurers, and the actions they can take to help others.

Cultural Region We are introduced to tourist attractions in France, specifi cally Gréolières, a village in the South of France that caters to tourists looking for adventure. FINAL TASK Students prepare an adventure story, either by following a writing template or by storyboarding it. They take part in story-telling sessions by telling their stories to the class.

Boomerang 4 –Voyages dans la francophonie

Aventures extrêmesSusan Forrester

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In this unit, students consider who they are, their likes and dislikes, and their plans for the future. They read a genealogy chart dating back several hundred years, talk about someone in their family they respect, and identify their personal strengths and weaknesses. The unit is divided into three overlapping sections: D’où viens-je ? Qui suis-je ? and Où vais-je ?

Practical Applications Students consider all the elements that make them unique: their origins, their traits, and their plans for the future. They think critically about what they do, why they do it, and how their actions defi ne them. This unit provides students with an opportunity to really get to know their classmates.

Cultural Region In this unit, students learn about Belgium, its history, and its international place in the world. FINAL TASK Students choose six subjects that help them answer the unit question: Qui suis-je ? They create a personal cube or scrapbook to describe themselves. Finally, they write up an explanation of each element and present it to the class orally or in writing.

Boomerang 5 – En avant la musique !

C’est ma vie ! Cathy Stanley

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This unit incorporates two underlying topics that are relevant for students at the end of grade 8. First, they discuss their lives during their elementary years, from childhood to adolescence. This gives them an opportunity to reminisce with their classmates about how much they have grown. For the second stream in the module, students discuss events that they fi nd stressful and strategies to help them cope with their stress. The two streams are interwoven as the unit helps students prepare for high school.

Practical Applications

Students consider their elementary years as they look forward to the beginning of high school. They learn strategies as they prepare themselves for the inevitable stress of attending a new school and making new friends.

Cultural Region

In this unit, students learn about Monaco. During their reading about this francophone region of Europe, they learn about a yearly yoga festival and view a video about yoga, an excellent activity to relieve stress. FINAL TASK

Students refl ect on their experiences in elementary school. They discuss what they learned, what challenges they overcame, what they did well, and which person infl uenced them during those formative years. Their fi nal presentation is designed to showcase their memories.

Boomerang 5 – Voyages dans la francophonie

This unit focuses on ways students can support causes that are important to them. They consider the importance of working together to raise money for these causes and convince their friends to help. Along the way, they learn the language they need to convince friends to join the cause, write radio jingles related to volunteering, and discuss various activities they can do to support a cause. This unit on volunteering brings the Me to We campaign to life in the French classroom. Practical Applications Students are given the opportunity to think about ways that their volunteering can help their communities. The unit prepares the students for the compulsory volunteer hours needed to graduate high school and highlights the importance of giving back.

Cultural Region

In this unit, students are introduced to Switzerland and the organizations whose mandate is to provide assistance around the world. FINAL TASK Students identify a cause that is close to their heart and explain why it is meaningful to them. They prepare arguments to convince their friends to help them support the causes. Together, they set up an action plan going forward.

Boomerang 5 – Ensemble, on s’implique !

Des défi s en perspective !Jeanette Collinson and Lori MacRae

Trouve ta cause ! Erin Balmer and Michele Specht

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C’EST PARTI !

Use C’est parti ! in your Grades 4-6 French classes and bring language learning to life !

C’EST PARTI ! C’EST PARTI ! JUNIOR CORE RESOURCE

The most complete and fl exible program available!

C’est parti ! 1-3 for Grades 4-6 is designed to help you meet and exceed the expectations of the revised Ontario Core French curriculum. It includes everything you need to ensure that your students love learning French. Created by elementary French teachers in Ontario, C’est parti ! presents authentic learning contexts and engaging situations and tasks to motivate your students to succeed.

Meet and exceed curriculum expectations

• A strong emphasis on oral interaction to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills

• Provides multiple opportunities for spontaneous interaction and purposeful talk

• Explicitly teaches language learning strategies

• Allows you to set learning goals, co-create success criteria, and use achievement charts to promote self-directed learning

• Promotes cultural awareness

• The steps of the Gradual Release of Responsibility provide the scaffolding students need to use strategies independently


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Components available

Student Module

• Engaging learning contexts• Fun tasks to pique student interest • A wide variety of text types • Functional language that kids actually use• Highly visual, vibrant and modern graphics • Character development focus

• 5 Student Modules per grade level, available in print or in digital format on MyCECZone: 1-year or 5-year access

• 5 corresponding Teacher’s Resource Guides. Each printed guide is packaged with its digital version, and includes a DVD-ROM. Choose from two digital options: USB key or 5-year renewable access to MyCECZone

– Teaching notes and tips• Differentiate instruction for various learning styles

and combined classes

• Showcase activities for visual, auditory, and kinesthetic learners

• Scaffold using the Gradual Release of Responsibility

• Assess for, as and of learning

• Integrate CEFR criteria and the action-oriented approach

– Black line masters• Activity sheets

• Anchor charts

• Graphic organizers

• Self-, peer- and teacher-assessment and evaluation tools

• Tracking sheets for anecdotal observations

• Rubrics

– DVD-ROM• Modifi able BLMs• Colour fl ash cards• Choreographed dances and digital exemplars

for teacher and student modelling• Subtitled songs, reproducible lyrics, and

listening activities• Bilingual student portfolio based on the CEFR

– Digital accompanimentTwo digital options to choose from to best fi t

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MyCECZone USB Key

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RTI ! Je parle français !

The context of this module is “back to school.” Students get ready to purchase their school supplies. They meet the teachers and get to know their school. Character Development Trait Responsibility

FINAL TASK

Students create a short profi le or description of themselves to share with the class.

STRATEGIES

• Looking at photos and illustrations• Asking questions

Boomerang 1 – Quelle fête !

Mon robot respectueux !This module focuses on respect and good manners. Students learn about greetings, cooperation, and being polite by creating a robot they will present to the class. Character Development Trait Respect

FINAL TASK

Students describe the robot’s physical features and good manners when they present their creation to the class.

STRATEGIES

• Making predictions• Associations

Boomerang 1 – Ce n’est pas moi !


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Une culture à célébrer !The theme for this module is celebrations, festivals, and Franco-Ontarian culture. Students learn about some Ontario festivals and celebrations (Winterlude, La nuit sur l’étang, and the Festival franco-ontarien).

Character Development Trait Appreciation

FINAL TASK

Students compare their favourite celebration (festivities associated with their culture, e.g. Chinese New Year or birthday celebrations) with one of the Franco-Ontarian celebrations presented in the module.

STRATEGIES

• Looking for cognates• Listening carefully

Boomerang 1 – Au revoir, Lola !

Mystère !The theme for this module is investigation. As detectives, students solve a mystery by asking questions about suspects and locations. Character Development Trait Accomplishment – Creativity

FINAL TASK

Students create a sketch or a puppet show about the suspects and culprit to demonstrate how the mystery was solved.

STRATEGIES

• Associations• Using models

Boomerang 1 – Une bonne photo de classe !

Prends soin de moi !This module features animals. Students learn about animals that need to be cared for like endangered species as well as those that care for human beings like service animals. Character Development Trait CompassionFINAL TASK

Students choose an animal and present it by describing what it likes to eat or do and its various traits.

STRATEGIES

• Identifying important ideas• Thinking about a subject and about personal experiences

Boomerang 1 – Est-ce que tu me connais ?

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This unit highlights respect and pride for our country. Students discuss symbols that identify us as Canadians, including images on our Canadian coins and bills, and activities such as hockey, our national sport. They learn about a Huron village in Quebec and the symbols of the First Nations.

Character Development Trait Respect, Integrity

FINAL TASK

Students create a symbol that identifi es their school.

STRATEGIES

• Looking at photos and illustrations• Reading between the lines

Boomerang 2 – Le fort de Liam

La belle provinceIn this unit, students study the many facets of citizenship. They discover the foundations of a community.They explore professions and points of interest, and use directions to fi nd themselves on a map, while becoming familiar with la belle province and its communities from North to South. They study the weather and clothes during the four seasons and talk about their activities. Character Development Trait CitizenshipFINAL TASK

Students present a rich description of a community of their choice.

STRATEGIES

• Making predictions• Identifying important ideas

Boomerang 2 – La journée de Charlie


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Que c’est bon !In this unit, students learn to appreciate food and make healthy choices. Through a variety of engaging texts, students learn to make tacos, read a menu, and order in a restaurant.


FINAL TASK

Students create an ideal menu that would encourage their friends to eat in their new restaurant and they role-play a restaurant scene in small groups. A perfect opportunity for a restaurant fi eld trip! Une journée de classe dans un restaurant!

STRATEGIES

• Using models• Grouping words or ideas together

Boomerang 2 – Qu’est-ce que tu vois ?

Écolos !Responsibility for the environment is paramount in our society. In this unit, students learn to Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle. They engage in an initiative to look after the environment in their community and they invite their friends to help through a series of engaging activities and authentic texts.

Character Development Trait Responsibility

FINAL TASK

Students work in small groups to create an initiative in the school to show respect for the environment.

STRATEGIES

• Imagining something• Thinking about a subject and about personal experiences

Boomerang 2 – Mission possible !

Toi et moi !Integrity is what makes us who we are. In this unit, students learn to describe their qualities, their intelligences, and their challenges. They determine what they can do with these qualities in order to better understand their friends and to stand up for what they believe in. They are introduced to prominent Francophones who have made a difference. Character Development Trait Integrity

FINAL TASK

Students write a motivational speech and after conducting an interview, they present a friend to the class.

STRATEGIES

• Using context to help with understanding• Associations

Boomerang 2 – Qui est ton héros ?

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As students create an invention, they plan out the steps to present it at a conference for inventors. They create a fl yer and logo and learn how to follow steps to accomplish their tasks. Along the way, they learn how to provide good, respectful feedback to their peers.

Character Development Trait Creativity

FINAL TASK

Students create an invention that will make their lives easier and present it to the class.

STRATEGIES

• Grouping words or ideas together• Giving and receiving feedback

Boomerang 3 – Clic !

Je veux, je peux !Students learn about the importance of setting goals and developing an action plan in order to be successful. They explore favourite hobbies and pastimes including sports and the arts and discuss the importance of being motivated and committed to their tasks. Character Development Trait Perseverance – Commitment

FINAL TASK

Students write and present a motivational speech to showcase what they are passionate about and motivate others to stay committed to their goals.

STRATEGIES

• Using models• Imagining something

Boomerang 3 – Repousse tes limites !


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D’un océan à l’autreStudents learn how various Francophone cultural groups across Canada — including those in Acadia, Western and Northern Canada — celebrate their French heritage. Character Development Trait Citizenship-Appreciation

FINAL TASK

Students create their own cultural festival to showcase their personal cultural heritage using what they have learned as models. They prepare a map of the festival grounds, determine events that will take place, decide on food kiosks, and present the festival to the class.

STRATEGIES

• Associations• Using a graphic organizer to explain ideas

Boomerang 3 – Nous sommes uniques !

Original et génial !Students learn to connect with their peers and to value diversity and differences. They discuss people who think outside the box to make their mark on society. Character Development Trait Respect

FINAL TASK

Students create a magazine to showcase respect for people’s differences and show it to classmates and visiting parents.

STRATEGIES

• Identifying the main idea• Making use of resources when in need of help

Boomerang 3 – La forêt du Grand Ours

Complètement techno !Students explore the world of technology as they are exposed to a variety of technology-based presentation formats. They write a persuasive report identifying why they “need” a cell phone. Character Development Trait Accomplishment

FINAL TASK

Students use technology to create a visual representation designed to showcase themselves, their friends, and their school.

STRATEGIES

• Identifying steps in order to organize work• Brainstorming ideas before writing a text

Boomerang 3 – Max et ses amis

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Motivate your students to communicate in French

A balanced literacy approach that focuses on strategy development and integrates listening, speaking, reading, and writing.

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Relevant and age-appropriate texts, authentic situations, functional language used in context, and strategy-based practices.

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Levelled Student Readers, Teacher’s Resource Books, audio CDs, CD-ROMs, and e-books on a USB key or online on MyCECZone facilitate authentic and spontaneous oral interaction.

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Teaching notes support continuous student engagement based on the Gradual Release of Responsibility model.

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Multiple suggestions for differentiation ensure that each student acquires the skills and confi dence they need to successfully interact in French.

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Project-based culminating tasks clearly outlined in the lesson plans are supported by reproducible activity sheets. They allow students to demonstrate their understanding of the texts and provide teachers with opportunities to assess and evaluate their oral production.

Now we’re talking!The Boomerang collection for students in Grades 4 through 8 features 55 different texts showcasing a myriad of character development traits and curriculum-specifi c francophone cultures.

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Encourage and support collaborative learning!

Access your e-book

• Project each page with or without text

• Listen to integrated audio recordings

• Benefi t from embedded Interactive Whiteboard functionalities

• Use with an LCD projector or Interactive Whiteboard

Teacher’s Resource Book

Each guide includes:• Easy-to-follow lesson plans

• Over 150 reproducible activity sheets, anchor charts, and graphic organizers to save you hours of preparation

• 300+ colour fl ash cards to help consolidate newly-acquired vocabulary

• A variety of assessment and evaluation tools

• An audio CD with the narration of each text and highlighted vocabulary

• A CD-ROM with modifi able BLMs and colour fl ashcards

Texts

Boomerang 1-3 (Grades 4-6) Boomerang 4-5 (Grades 7-8)

• Three collections of texts per grade

• Magazine-style format to engage intermediate students

• A variety of text types

• Pour t’aider section explains diffi cult words and idiomatic expressions en français

Boomerang Kit

Create a dynamic learning environment in your FSL classroom!

Boomerang 1-3 Kits contain 6 copies of each of the fi ve titles per grade

Boomerang 4-5 Kits offer 6 or 30 copies of the title

• A Teacher’s Resource Book with overviews, lesson plans, and BLMs

• Audio CD and CD-ROM

• Choice between MyCECZone or aUSB key to access electronic texts

• Functional carry-all case

• Five levelled readers (2 easy, 2 moderate, 1 advanced) per grade

• A wide variety of real-life situations

• Accommodations for auditory, visual and kinesthetic learning styles

• “Lexique visuel” to facilitate vocabulary and knowledge transference

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Character Development Trait Respect

Synopsis A 10 -year old boy walks the reader through the various parts of the school and the different aspects of school life including the library, math, science, and art class, recess, the hallway, the gym, and lunch time.

The narrator explains how he and his peers show respect and good manners in each environment from his point of view.

Ce n’est pas moi ! is an effective tool to use at the beginning of the year to establish classroom rules and expectations or to reinforce them later in the year.

Oral Response to Text Students fi nd people around the school who are using good manners.

Quelle fête! Text Type Fiction Level Easy

Character Development Trait Responsibility

Synopsis You are invited to the Martin family’s Canada Day party, and each extended family member has a specifi c responsibility to contribute to its success.

Our young female narrator helps her little brother get ready while her half -sister decorates the house. Her father organizes the games and she makes dessert with her step mother. Her aunt and uncle bring a salad and fi reworks and her grandfather looks after the barbeque.

By working together, everyone is able to enjoy the festivities and celebrate this national holiday.

Oral Response to Text Students present a celebration of their choice.

C’est parti ! 1 - Mon robot respectueux!

C’est parti ! 1 - Je parle français

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Au revoir, Lola ! Text Type Fiction Level Moderate


Synopsis Martin is initially thrilled to be rid of his annoying older sister, Lola, who is off to Ottawa to compete in a hockey tournament. He recounts the drive to Montreal with his parents to watch the Toronto Maple Leafs play the Montreal Canadiens.

While at a restaurant, he can’t order fondue because it’s a meal for two, which makes him begin to miss Lola. When they go to the train station to pick her up, she is holding a trophy! Martin is so happy to see his sister and has learned to appreciate family relationships.

Oral Response to Text Students perform a reader’s theatre.

Une bonne photo de classe ! Text Type Non fi ction Level Moderate

Character Development Trait Accomplishment – Creativity

Synopsis This piece of procedural writing allows the students to create descriptive self -portraits via an edible medium: cupcakes!

Step- by- step, our little artists choose decorations to represent their unique facial features, expressions, hair type and colour as they put together a fun and delicious class picture.

Oral Response to Text Students create an image of their face on a cupcake and pose for a cupcake class photo.

Est-ce que tu me connais ? Text Type Non fi ction Level Advanced

Character Development Trait Compassion

Synopsis This informative text explains the roles played by some of the more misunderstood members of our ecosystem. The bat, giraffe, vulture, great white shark, spider, snail, crocodile, and others each provide interesting facts about themselves from their own point of view.

We learn to have a more compassionate understanding of different animals because even though they may be different, they are important to each other’s survival.

Oral Response to Text Students present important facts about a wild animal.

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C’est parti ! 1 - Une culture à célébrer!

C’est parti ! 1 - Mystère!

C’est parti ! 1 - Prends soin de moi!

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G Le fort de Liam Text Type Fiction Level Easy

Character Development Trait Integrity – Compassion

Synopsis Liam is a new, physically challenged student from Vietnam. Erik, a fellow classmate, is very impressed by Liam’s original drawings and sculptures.

After Liam is hit by a snowball at recess, Erik notices his sketch of a snow fort. They decide to work together to make Liam’s idea a reality.

Through this demonstration of compassion and integrity, we learn that inclusivity can lead to great friendships.

Oral Response to Text Students interview a friend, create a friendship cube, and present it to the class.

La journée de Charlie Text Type Fiction Level Easy

Character Development Trait Citizenship

Synopsis Three friends leave to take the bus to the skateboard park when they realize their puppy Charlie has come along for the ride.

Charlie scoots away on a skateboard on his own adventure and the children scour the neighbourhood to fi nd him. A police offi cer, bus driver, mailman, and fi reman suggest looking for Charlie at the grocery store, the hair salon, the post offi ce, and the bank.

The garbage man fi nally manages to catch him before he gets away again, and everyone returns home safe and sound.

Oral Response to Text Students participate in a reader’s theatre.

C’est parti ! 2 - Mon Canada!

C’est parti ! 2 - La belle province

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Qu’est-ce que tu vois ? Text Type Fiction Level Moderate


Synopsis This narrative follows Ayasha and her father at her school’s annual Art Festival.

The crowd really likes one painting in particular but Ayasha is too small to see over their heads. Its vibrant colours evoke strong memories for different spectators including Prairie sunsets and golden fi elds of wheat, autumn leaves in Central Ontario and cracking ice in the Northwest Territories.

To Ayasha’s surprise and delight, the painting turns out to be her own masterpiece.

Oral Response to Text Students create a new reader jacket for the story and display it for others to enjoy.

Mission possible ! Text Type Non fi ction Level Moderate

Character Development Trait Responsibility – Respect for the environment

Synopsis This informative text promotes social responsibility and highlights the importance of respecting our environment.

We learn that plastic is made of crude oil, a natural and non renewable resource. After examining the havoc that plastic wreaks on the earth and its inhabitants, we are encouraged to reduce, reuse, and recycle plastic products in a variety of creative ways.

Green Mission = Mission possible!

Oral Response to Text Students create and present artwork using recyclable materials.

Qui est ton héros ? Text Type Fiction and Non fi ction Level Advanced

Character Development Trait Integrity – Compassion

Synopsis In this combined narrative and non fi ction text, Naomi researches her school assignment about heroes.

Using an internet search engine, she discovers how different people defi ne heroes. She realizes there are all types of heroes including famous Canadians, everyday heroes, young heroes, and even animals!

She recognizes heroic qualities in her family members as well and comes to the conclusion that her own personal hero is her Mom.

Oral Response to Text Students present important facts about their personal hero.

C’est parti ! 2 - Que c’est bon!

C’est parti ! 2 - Écolos!

C’est parti ! 2 - Toi et moi!

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Character Development Trait Accomplishment – Creativity

Synopsis Luc loves indulging in his passion: photography. However, his photos seem to be just missing the mark. His grandfather tells Luc that with practice, he can accomplish anything he sets his mind to.

The next day, Luc notices a poster for a school talent show. Inspired by his peers as they prepare to showcase their strengths, Luc takes different photographs and compiles them into a slideshow.

Everyone is thoroughly impressed with Luc’s creative work of art.

Oral Response to Text Students use a graphic organizer to prepare a presentation that showcases one of their talents/pastimes.

Repousse tes limites ! Text Type Fiction Level Easy

Character Development Trait Perseverance – Commitment

Synopsis Best friends Nala and Sameer love participating in physical activities together. Sameer is diabetic, so Nala signs up for her fi rst mini triathlon to raise money for diabetes research.

While swimming, she is kicked in the head but perseveres to fi nish the swim. While cycling, she gets a cramp in her right leg but pushes herself to complete the trail.

With her friends and family cheering her on, she fulfi lls her commitment to this worthwhile cause and crosses the fi nish line. Bravo, Nala !

Oral Response to Text Students present an oral response to the text through the recital of a motivational poem.

C’est parti ! 3 – Eurêka

C’est parti ! 3 - Je veux, je peux !

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Nous sommes uniques ! Text Type Non fi ction Level Moderate

Character Development Trait Appreciation – Respect

Synopsis The word Métis is defi ned as “mélange” or “mix,” bringing European and First Nations cultures together as teachers and guardians of peace.

This informational text provides us with a brief history of the Métis culture and helps us learn to respect their symbols, art, celebrations, traditional foods, dance, music, and games.

Students are then encouraged to speak to their elders to gain an appreciation of their own unique origins through questions about celebrations, foods, and traditions.

Oral Response to Text Students present aspects of their own culture that make them unique.

La forêt du Grand Ours Text Type Non fi ction Level Moderate

Character Development Trait Respect

Synopsis In this non fi ction text, come explore the Great Bear Rainforest in British Columbia. Learn about its complex ecosystem, including its varied precipitation but temperate climate.

Discover rich fl ora and diverse fauna like the Kermode bear: a rare black bear with cream coloured fur.

Unfortunately, industries have not given the forest the respect it deserves and have put it in great danger. Concerned Canadians have helped to protect parts of the forest, but we’re not out of the woods yet!

Oral Response to Text Students create an information pamphlet about the Great Bear Rainforest and share it within the school community.

Max et ses amis Text Type Fiction Level Advanced

Character Development Trait Accomplishment

Synopsis Max welcomes us to his school’s extraordinary website where he and his friends from around the Francophone world can communicate in a completely safe environment.

Each student’s page displays where they are from, their birthday, interests, and pictures with captions.

Friends from Tadoussac, Quebec; Cairo, Egypt; New Orleans, Louisiana; Gand, Belgium; and Phnom Penh, Cambodia chat and comment on one another’s accomplishments.

Oral Response to Text Students create a personal homepage.

C’est parti ! 3 - D’un océan à l’autre !

C’est parti ! 3 - Original et génial !

C’est parti ! 3 - Complètement techno !

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Un billet, deux fi lms ? Text Type Email Character Development Trait HonestySynopsis Caroline emails her friend Rachel because she needs advice. Her friend Vanessa wants them to go to the movies and wants to buy one ticket to see two movies. What will Rachel’s answer be?FINAL TASK Students create an email, a survey, a poster, or a video clip.

Choisir un fi lm… quelle décision ! Text Type Dialogue Character Development Trait Compromising Synopsis Four teens give their opinion on their favourite movies and movie genres.

FINAL TASK Students create a movie poster and a skit.

Des moments importants dans l’histoire du cinéma Text Type Timeline Character Development Trait AccomplishmentSynopsis A timeline follows important events in the history of the movie industry.FINAL TASK Students create a timeline, television or radio program, and a poster or promotional advertisement.

Deux Canadiens extraordinaires dans le monde du cinéma Text Type Biography Cards Character Development Trait Resilience – CommitmentSynopsis Biographical information about Canadian fi lm director James Cameron and First Nations actress Tantoo Cardinal.FINAL TASK Students create a biography card, a poem or song, or present a collage or a PowerPoint presentation.

Quelle vie de star ! Text Type Comic Strip Character Development Trait IntegritySynopsis A day in the life of a diva.FINAL TASK Students recreate the comic strip as a skit; create a rap or a song; create an interview and create an original eight-frame comic strip.

Pirates ou consommateurs ? Text Type Blog Character Development Trait Honesty

Synopsis Five students post their comments on illegal downloading.FINAL TASK Students create a public service announcement, television advertisement or letter to the editor.

Odyssée 1 – Sur mon écran

Un bon repas Text Type Menu and Bill Character Development Trait AppreciationSynopsis A full menu of dishes and beverages with prices at the restaurant Le Petit Bistro.FINAL TASK Students prepare and present a radio advertisement for a restaurant; create a menu and plan the opening of their own restaurant.

La critique du restaurant L’Ancien Parisien Text Type Critique Character Development Trait Appreciation – Creativity Synopsis A review of the restaurant L’Ancien Parisien, written by a well-known Parisian restaurant critic.FINAL TASK Students write and post a review online; create and present a skit; research and report fi ndings or create a television interview.

Le dîner d’Asad Text Type Short Story Character Development Trait Tolerance, AcceptanceSynopsis Asad, a new immigrant from Somalia attending his fi rst day of school in Canada, realizes that food can bring people together.FINAL TASK Students decorate a lunch bag with symbols, present a skit, and create a 3-D model of words and expressions.

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Bon appétit !

A full menu of dishes and beverages with prices

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La fabrication du chocolat : de la graine à l’emballage Text Type Photo Essay Character Development Trait Accomplishment – ResponsibilitySynopsis Students follow the major steps in the making of chocolate from seed to packaging.FINAL TASK Students create a poem, a recipe, or a commercial.

Viens découvrir les spécialités du Québec ! Text Type Article and Recipe Character Development Trait CitizenshipSynopsis Students learn about Quebecois specialities including tourtière, poutine, baked beans, maple syrup, and pouding chômeur.FINAL TASK Students research and present their fi ndings in a magazine layout, videotaped television ad, or oral presentation.

Ma première journée à l’école Le Cordon Bleu Text Type Journal Entry Character Development Trait ResponsibilitySynopsis Nicole is ready for her fi rst day at Le Cordon Bleu, a world famous culinary school, and shares her excitement in a journal entry.FINAL TASK Students create a journal entry, slide show, poster, or interview.

Manger mieux, vivre mieux ! Text Type Cartoon and Article Character Development Trait ResponsibilitySynopsis Students are introduced to the number of servings they need from each food group and how to develop healthy eating habits.FINAL TASK Students create a labelled collage, a cartoon, a media presentation, or a poster.

Odyssée 1 – Sciences en folie!

Le camp de soccer Text Type Dialogue, Letter, and Invitation Character Development Trait Accomplishment – PerseveranceSynopsis Jamie’s father enrolls her in a soccer camp as a surprise birthday present. A letter of welcome outlines all the fun activities involved. Bon anniversaire, Jamie !FINAL TASK Students create a dialogue, a brochure and text messages, emails, or a telephone conversation (written or oral).

Tournoi de hockey Recherche de bénévoles Text Type Poster Character Development Trait Commitment – ResponsibilitySynopsis One poster recruits hockey players to compete in a tournament. A second poster calls for volunteers to help organize a regional swim meet.FINAL TASK Students create a website and a dialogue, promotional poster, or travel brochure.

Des athlètes canadiens remarquables Text Type Photo Essay Exhibit Character Development Trait CommitmentSynopsis Students learn about past and present Canadian athletes who have left a mark on their sport.FINAL TASK Students create a sports biography card or an interview.

Sandro adore le baseball Text Type Narrative Character Development Trait Perseverance – DeterminationSynopsis Sandro loves baseball but he seems to have a lot of trouble catching or hitting the ball. A few things happen and he wins the championship for his team!FINAL TASK Students write texts or emails, skits, and dialogues to present.

L’équipement de sport : une évolution Text Type Photo Essay Exhibit Character Development Trait AccomplishmentSynopsis We learn how the hockey mask, snowboard, ice skates, and baseball glove have evolved and improved over time.FINAL TASK Students create or illustrate models to present and research a timeline.

Des athlètes extraordinaires Text Type Informational Text Character Development Trait Determination – Responsibility – ResilienceSynopsis We are introduced to some of the most popular sports of the Paralympics including sitting volleyball, wheelchair basketball, alpine skiing, and sledge hockey.FINAL TASK Students create a profi le, promotional poster, or graphic organizer.

Filles et garçons : jouer ensemble ou non ? Text Type Chat Character Development Trait DeterminationSynopsis Audrey hosts a chat room and asks different opinions about whether girls and boys should play on the same sports team. FINAL TASK Students write a newspaper article, a song, rap lick or poem or make a graffi ti poster to present.

Odyssée 1 – J’achète… ou pas?

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Que pensez-vous de Saint-Martin ? Text Type Blog Character Development Trait ResponsibilitySynopsis David is blogging on a travel-sharing site to learn about Saint-Martin before he goes there on vacation with his family.FINAL TASK Students prepare an interview or create a blog.

Saint-Pierre-et-Miquelon : la France en Amérique Text Type Brochure Character Development Trait AppreciationSynopsis Students learn about the French islands Saint-Pierre-et-Miquelon, which lie just off the East Coast of Canada.FINAL TASK Students prepare a commercial or a radio ad or create a website.

Des nouvelles d’Europe Text Type Email Character Development Trait Determination – ResponsibilitySynopsis Lian emails her family in Canada when travelling throughout Europe to improve her French. FINAL TASK Students prepare a video presentation on Skype or a skit demonstrating a phone conversation.

Un voyage de classe à Québec Text Type Directions (City Map) Character Development Trait ResponsibilitySynopsis Yusseuf and his grade-eight friends can’t wait for their upcoming class trip to Quebec City.FINAL TASK Students prepare a presentation or plan an itinerary.

Nos vacances à Mont-Tremblant Text Type Comic Strip Character Development Trait PersistenceSynopsis A couple anticipating their winter trip to Mont-Tremblant, Quebec, experiences various problems.FINAL TASK Students create a skit or a comic strip.

Maroc : on arrive ! Text Type Itinerary Character Development Trait AppreciationSynopsis We learn about the eight-day itinerary of Kate’s trip to Morocco with her family.FINAL TASK Students present a conversation or create a poster.

Mon voyage à Monaco Text Type Postcard Character Development Trait Appreciation – CitizenshipSynopsis Stephan writes a series of postcards to his friends while he visits cousins in France.FINAL TASK Students present a dialogue or post pictures on a website.

Odyssée 1-2 – Une excursion en famille, Aventures extrêmes, Des défi s en perspective !

Aller ou ne pas aller au concert… Text Type Chat Character Development Trait Responsibility – AccountabilitySynopsis Ava tells her friends that her parents won’t allow her to attend a concert with them.FINAL TASK Students prepare a phone, an online, or a written conversation.

L’importance de la musique dans nos vies Text Type Magazine Article Character Development Trait AccomplishmentSynopsis We learn about the development of music to the present day and the many ways in which music affects our lives.FINAL TASK Students hold a debate or create a collage, a mobile or a PowerPoint presentation.

Voyages dans la francophonie

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Des personnes remercient leurs sauveteurs Text Type Newspaper articleCharacter Development Trait Determination, Kindness, Fortitude,

GenerositySynopsis The article tells the story of an elderly woman and her teenaged grandson who are rescued by fi rst responders.FINAL TASK Students write a diary entry or write a thank-you letter or perform a skit.

Les chasseurs de tornadesText Type Blog Character Development Trait Courage, AppreciationSynopsis In this text, a journalist encourages readers to blog back to the following question: Que pensez-vous des chasseurs de tornades ?FINAL TASK Students write a warning message about a tornado or perform a skit or write a blog.

Le prix du Gouverneur général du Canada pour l’entraideText Type BrochureCharacter Development Trait Citizenship, ResponsibilitySynopsis Students learn about the annual Governor General’s Award. FINAL TASK Students present a charity or cause that he/she is interested in volunteering for or develop their own award.

La personnalité du mois Text Type Comic stripCharacter Development Trait Citizenship, ResponsibilitySynopsis Students read about a young boy in India who goes door to door selling clementines to raise money after an earthquake in India.FINAL TASK Students prepare a presentation of someone who is inspiring or create their own charity for a cause.

Salut, je m’appelle Craig Kielburger Text Type Informational textCharacter Development Trait Determination, Generosity,

Volunteerism, Confi denceSynopsis Students read about the beginnings of Free the Children, an organization co-founded by Craig Kielburger, the author of the text. FINAL TASK Students prepare a radio, television or print advertisement, or create a skit to persuade, or plan a school dance as a fund raiser.

Odyssée 2 – Trouve ta cause !

Le monde de la musique, c’est fascinant ! Text Type Photo Montage Character Development Trait AppreciationSynopsis This photo montage presents fascinating facts about the world of music.

FINAL TASK Students research and present facts.

Quelle surprise ! Text Type Narrative Character Development Trait DeterminationSynopsis Four boys auditioning to become the lead singer for a male group discover that the most talented singer is actually… a girl!FINAL TASK Students prepare a career plan or create a comic strip.

Des artistes remarquables ! Text Type Biography Cards Character Development Trait AccomplishmentSynopsis Students read about accomplished musicians who have infl uenced others in the world of music.FINAL TASK Students prepare a presentation, conduct an interview, or create a biography card.

GalaxieUn concert inoubliable ! Text Type Poster and Critique Character Development Trait AppreciationSynopsis This text presents a critique of a concert with a poster advertising the event.FINAL TASK Students create a critique or perform a skit.

Ô Canada ! Text Type Song Character Development Trait AppreciationSynopsis This text presents our national anthem and highlights the interesting facts about its history.FINAL TASK Students create or present an anthem or produce a video.

Odyssée 2 – C’est ma vie !

Les premiers répondants : des héros ! Text Type News report Character Development Trait Courage, DeterminationSynopsis In this text, students are thrown into a fl ood scene in Manitoba.FINAL TASK Students create a news reporter interview or write a poem or create a wanted ad.

Ensemble, on s’implique !

Core Resources and Literacy Work together in combined grades

LITERACY BOOMERANG 1-3

Quelle fête ! Au revoir, Lola ! Est-ce que tu me connais ?

Ce n’est pas moi ! Une bonne photo de classe ! Le fort de Liam

La journée de Charlie Qu’est-ce que tu vois ? Qui est ton héros ?

Mission possible ! Nous sommes uniques ! Repousse tes limites !

Clic !La forêt du Grand Ours Max et ses amis

LITERACY BOOMERANG 4-5

Vive les sports ! Le cinéma

Bon appétit ! Voyages dans la francophonie

En avant la musique ! Ensemble, on s’implique ! Voyages dans la francophonie

CORE RESOURCE C’EST PARTI !

Je parle français ! Une culture à célébrer ! Prends soin de moi !

Mon robot respectueux ! Mystère ! Mon Canada !

La belle province Que c’est bon ! Toi et moi !

Écolos ! Je veux, je peux ! D’un océan à l’autre

Eurêka ! Original et génial ! Complètement techno !

CORE RESOURCE ODYSSÉE

J’achète… ou pas ? Sur mon écran

Sciences en folie ! Une excursion en familleAventures extrêmes

C’est ma vie ! Trouve ta cause ! Des défi s en perspective !

JUNIOR GRADES

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Grades 4-5

Grade 5

Grades 5-6

Grade 6

INTERMEDIATE GRADES

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