Introduction to the Ocean
Discover key Ocean ecosystems, why the Ocean is important to all life on Earth, Ocean threats (like climate change and pollution) and how we can all take action to protect our Ocean.
Ocean Voices: French
- 14 - 16
- Climate change, Human interaction, Resource use
- UK Curriculum
- English, French
- 1 Hour
Ocean Voices brings Ocean literacy into the KS4 French classroom, helping students develop their language skills while exploring issues that affect people and communities in French speaking countries.
Designed for ages 14–16, the lesson introduces French vocabulary linked to the Ocean, coastal environments, biodiversity, climate change and fishing. Students explore French-speaking coastal regions including France, Senegal and Canada, helping them understand how the French language connects different cultures and relationships with the Ocean.
Through discussion, vocabulary activities, a fishing industry case study and work with sustainable seafood guidance, students practise communicating ideas and opinions about real-world environmental issues. The resource encourages learners to see language learning as a way to participate in global conversations and understand diverse perspectives.
The lesson is particularly valuable for teachers looking to make French learning relevant, purposeful and interdisciplinary, while supporting students to think about sustainability and the role they can play in protecting our shared Ocean.
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Explore the Ocean through French language learning, developing vocabulary and communication skills while discussing coastal environments, climate change, overfishing and sustainability.
Students will:
- Understand and use French vocabulary related to the Ocean and climate change.
- Communicate simple ideas and opinions about the Ocean and environmental issues in French.
This resource includes:
- Teacher resource with context and ideas
- Workshop presentation and teacher facilitation notes for the presentation
- Student activity
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