an / ans (French) – Structured Vocabulary Support
£2.00
Learning how to talk about age and time in French often breaks down at this word. This resource makes ‘an / ans’ clear, memorable, and usable from the start.
View a free sample of this approach:
Salut (French) – Structured Vocabulary Support (Free Sample)
What It Does
This resource teaches the meaning and use of ‘an / ans’ through clear explanation, simple visuals, and structured context. It shows how the word is used to count years and say age, and why it appears in key phrases like ‘j’ai 10 ans’. The historical link to Latin ‘annus’ is used to support understanding, not as content to memorise. Learners see how the word connects to familiar English words like ‘annual’ and ‘anniversary’, helping meaning stick over time.
What Makes It Different
• Focuses on meaning first, not memorisation
• Uses visuals to reduce verbal overload and support recall
• Explains the difference between ‘an’ and ‘année’ clearly
• Links to familiar English words to strengthen understanding
Originally created to support my own child’s vocabulary retention.
Who It’s For
Suitable for KS2–KS3 learners, especially those who find vocabulary hard to retain, including dyslexic and neurodivergent learners. Also useful for parents and tutors supporting French at home.
How To Use
Use in short, guided sessions (5–10 minutes). Start with meaning, then use the images to support discussion. Revisit regularly over time rather than completing in one sitting.
Internal Links
Explore more structured vocabulary resources in The Forge, and deepen understanding through The Wordcrafter’s Bench.
More in this French Vocabulary Series
• ‘année’ – understanding duration vs counted time
• ‘anniversaire’ – yearly return and meaning
• ‘salut’ – everyday greeting (free sample)
• ‘jour’ – day and time vocabulary
© Great Expectations Education
For personal use in home education and tutoring only.
Learning how to talk about age and time in French often breaks down at this word. This resource makes ‘an / ans’ clear, memorable, and usable from the start.
View a free sample of this approach:
Salut (French) – Structured Vocabulary Support (Free Sample)
What It Does
This resource teaches the meaning and use of ‘an / ans’ through clear explanation, simple visuals, and structured context. It shows how the word is used to count years and say age, and why it appears in key phrases like ‘j’ai 10 ans’. The historical link to Latin ‘annus’ is used to support understanding, not as content to memorise. Learners see how the word connects to familiar English words like ‘annual’ and ‘anniversary’, helping meaning stick over time.
What Makes It Different
• Focuses on meaning first, not memorisation
• Uses visuals to reduce verbal overload and support recall
• Explains the difference between ‘an’ and ‘année’ clearly
• Links to familiar English words to strengthen understanding
Originally created to support my own child’s vocabulary retention.
Who It’s For
Suitable for KS2–KS3 learners, especially those who find vocabulary hard to retain, including dyslexic and neurodivergent learners. Also useful for parents and tutors supporting French at home.
How To Use
Use in short, guided sessions (5–10 minutes). Start with meaning, then use the images to support discussion. Revisit regularly over time rather than completing in one sitting.
Internal Links
Explore more structured vocabulary resources in The Forge, and deepen understanding through The Wordcrafter’s Bench.
More in this French Vocabulary Series
• ‘année’ – understanding duration vs counted time
• ‘anniversaire’ – yearly return and meaning
• ‘salut’ – everyday greeting (free sample)
• ‘jour’ – day and time vocabulary
© Great Expectations Education
For personal use in home education and tutoring only.
