Please note that the sale of books at the French Library is for on-site classes only. All online students are invited to visit mepeducation.net and look for "My School, My Class" at the top left or simply look for your class here. All your class material can be purchased at a preferential rate. For new students in language courses: unless you register for the A1.1 course (which means you have never taken French before), please do not purchase your book set until your teacher confirms that you are in the right level, which s/he will let you know after your first class. In the meantime, you will have access to a PDF version of your textbook for the first few sessions.
Digital versions of books can be purchased here:
For levels A1 to B2 = Edito A1, A2, B1 and B2:
Edito A1 2022 Edition - workbook and textbook.
Edito A2 2022 Edition - workbook and textbook.
Edito B1 2018 Edition -workbook + textbook
Edito B2 2022 Edition - Workbook and Textbook.
For C1/C2 levels = Tendances C1/2: contact the Education department at education@frenchlibrary.org 617-912-0415 to purchase your code, then: more at: https://tendances.cle-international.com/9782090385373 We highly encourage students who purchase a digital textbook to download the off line version!
--> ABOUT OUR CLASSES AND WAYS OF TEACHING
Our immersion method and curriculum target systematic acquisition of grammar skills as a means of acquiring and using the language with immediate results.
Our teachers benefit from the expertise of the Alliance Française for the most effective methods of French language instruction. Our class sizes are small (max 9 students online and 12 on site) providing more opportunities for you to communicate in French, creating a lively classroom atmosphere.
A1? A2? B1? What’s my level?
All our classes are structured according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEF). The CEF is the language and fluency level scale used in the European Union. It goes from A1 to C2 and serves as the guideline for describing the level of fluency achieved by a foreign language learner. The chart below details our courses’ codification, the level progression and what a learner can do after completing a whole section. Each level requires 30h of teaching time. Do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions!
If you have never taken a class with us, we ask that you please complete the written and oral sections of our placement test for the upcoming session to ensure you enroll in the right course level.
A1 Beginners (4 levels: A1.1 to A1.4)
A1.1 to A1.4: can understand and use familiar everyday expressions and very basic phrases aimed at the satisfaction of needs of a concrete type. Can introduce him/herself and others and can ask and answer questions about personal details such as where he/she lives, people he/she knows and things he/she has. Can interact in a simple way provided the other person talks slowly and clearly and is prepared to help.
Class material for language courses: Edito A1
A2 Advanced Beginners (4 levels: A2.1 to A2.4)
Can understand and use familiar everyday expressions and very basic phrases aimed at the satisfaction of needs of a concrete type. Can introduce him/herself and others and can ask and answer questions about personal details such as where he/she lives, people he/she knows and things he/she has. Can interact in a simple way provided the other person talks slowly and clearly and is prepared to help.
Class material for language courses: Edito A2
B1 Intermediate (5 levels: B1.1 to B1.5)
Can understand the main points of clear standard input on familiar matters regularly encountered in work, school, leisure, etc. Can deal with most situations likely to arise while traveling in an area where the language is spoken. Can produce simple connected text on topics that are familiar or of personal interest. Can describe experiences and events, dreams, hopes and ambitions and briefly give reasons and explanations for opinions and plans.
Class material for language classes: Edito B1
B2 Independent (4 levels: B2.1 to B2.4)
Can understand the main ideas of complex text on both concrete and abstract topics, including technical discussions in his/her field of specialization. Can interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction with native speakers quite possible without strain for either party. Can produce clear, detailed text on a wide range of subjects and explain a viewpoint on a topical issue giving the advantages and disadvantages of various options.
Class material for language courses: Edito B2
C1 Proficient (2 levels: C1.1 to C1.2)
Can understand with ease virtually everything heard or read. Can summarize information from different spoken and written sources, reconstructing arguments and accounts in a coherent presentation. Can express him/herself spontaneously, very fluently and precisely, differentiating finer shades of meaning even in more complex situations.
Class material for language courses: Tendances C1+/C2
C2 Proficient (1 level: C2.1)
Can understand a wide range of demanding, longer texts, and recognize implicit meaning. Can express him/herself fluently and spontaneously without much obvious searching for expressions. Can use language flexibly and effectively for social, academic and professional purposes. Can produce clear, well-structured, detailed text on complex subjects, showing controlled use of organizational patterns, connectors and cohesive devices.
Class material for language courses: Tendances C1+/C2
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B2 | Paris-Boston: la révolution américaine vue de France | Online
Ce cours vous invite à explorer les liens profonds et durables entre la France et les États-Unis, depuis les Lumières jusqu’à nos jours. En retraçant les pas de figures révolutionnaires comme Lafayette, vous découvrirez comment ces deux villes ont inspiré et influencé les grands mouvements sociaux et politiques de leur temps. À travers des textes, des documents historiques, des cartes et des récits de voyage, développez votre maîtrise du français tout en voyageant dans le temps… et dans l’amitié franco-américaine.
Read MoreB2 | Summer Review | Online
Before the fall session starts, revisit the key concepts, grammatical structures, and vocabulary that you would like to master so that you can feel comfortable and confident enough to move on to the next level of your French studies!
Read MoreB2+ | Chroniques judiciaires: le français à travers les grandes affaires | In Person
Avec Léa, plongez dans l’univers fascinant des grandes affaires judiciaires qui ont marqué la société française contemporaine. À travers des enquêtes médiatisées, des débats publics et des controverses majeures, ce cours propose une immersion dans le français tel qu’il est utilisé dans les sphères du droit, des médias et de l’opinion publique.
Read MoreB2+/ C1 | Advanced Conversation | Online
Vous maîtrisez le français et vous avez envie de participer à des conversations amusantes, réelles et intellectuellement stimulantes ? Ce cours est fait pour vous ! Chaque leçon est conçue sur mesure en fonction de thèmes qui reflètent vos propres intérêts, en utilisant divers médias et activités interactives et ludiques. Vous gagnerez en confiance, améliorerez votre compréhension orale et écrite, élargirez votre vocabulaire et perfectionnerez votre grammaire en contexte, grâce aux retours personnalisés d'un enseignant natif francophone expérimenté.
Read MoreB2+/C1 | Literature | Online
Améliorez votre expression orale et votre compréhension tout en lisant et en analysant des œuvres littéraires françaises issues d’une grande variété de genres. Ce cours vous invite à explorer la richesse de la littérature francophone — romans, poésie, théâtre, nouvelles — tout en développant vos compétences linguistiques. À travers des discussions guidées, des lectures approfondies et des activités interactives, vous renforcerez votre aisance à l’oral, enrichirez votre vocabulaire et affinerez votre compréhension des structures grammaticales, le tout dans un contexte culturel stimulant.
Read MoreC1-2 | Proficient French 2 SLOW Part 1 | Online
In this class, you will learn how to make intercultural comparisons, analyze a provocative article, and analyze classic theater. Culturally, you will explore new technologies, family, education, and life expectancy.
Read MoreLes Ados 4 (A2.2) - step 3 | In-Person
Through oral and written comprehension as well as speaking and writing exercises, students acquire the linguistic tools they will need to effectively communicate in a variety of contexts.
Read MoreSummer in French for Teens (ages 12-15)
This summer, we're offering two exciting options for teens (ages 12-15): -French Discovery Workshops: Two morning sessions in July and August featuring hands-on activities and creative projects - such as cooking, photography, and escape games - that promote French language use and exploration of Francophone cultures. -Back-to-School Refresher: A one-week, morning-only program at the end of August. Perfect for teens with prior French experience who want a head start or a quick refresher before the new school year begins.
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