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"A New Life in France"
An Easy French Graded Reader for Beginners

Learn French tenses in context
while reading & listening to French adapted to your level


CHAPITRE 1
LES NOUVEAUX
VOISINS

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The Simon family welcomes the Peeters, their new Belgian neighbors, sparking the beginning of a beautiful friendship!

CHAPITRE 2
QUI
  ÊTES-VOUS ?

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The two families get to know each other, sharing stories about their lives and hobbies.

CHAPITRE 3
DÉCOUVRONS
LE QUARTIER !

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The Peeters explore their new surroundings with the Simons, discovering the charm of their French neighborhood.

CHAPITRE 4
UNE JOURNÉE
PRESQUE TYPIQUE

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A glimpse into the daily routines of both families, highlighting their similarities and differences.

CHAPITRE 5
ON MANGE
ENSEMBLE !

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The Simons and Peeters share a dinner, with plenty of French traditional meals prepared by Isabelle and Thierry.

CHAPITRE 6
ON VA AU
MARCHÉ ?

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The families visit a local market, talking about French products and local special dished.

CHAPITRE 7
ON VA À LA
MONTAGNE ?

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A relaxing hike in the mountain brings the families closer as they enjoy nature and fresh air.

CHAPITRE 8
VOUS AVEZ
DES HOBBIES ?

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The families share their favorite hobbies, from gardening to yoga, and discover new interests together.

CHAPITRE 9
ON VA AU
CIN
ÉMA ?

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A cozy evening of laughter and popcorn as the families watch a French comedy and discuss their favorite films.

CHAPITRE 10
ON ORGANISE
UNE FÊTE ?

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The Simons and Peeters team up to organize a celebration, decorating, cooking, and planning together.

CHAPITRE 11
ON A UN
PROBLÈME !

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A power outage brings the families together as they find creative ways to spend the day without electricity.

CHAPITRE 12
ON VISITE
LA VILLE ?

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A day trip to a nearby city introduces the Peeters to French history, architecture, and culture.

CHAPITRE 13
APPRENDS-MOI
TA LANGUE !

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Arthur and Jessica help Alex and Audrey learn a few words of Flemish, the Dutch dialect spoken in Belgium.

CHAPITRE 14
C'EST COMMENT,
L'UNIVERSITÉ ?

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Jessica and Arthur talk about their experience at university and compare the French and Belgian education systems.

CHAPITRE 15
ON VA AU
RESTAURANT ?

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The parents are going together to a French restaurant and discuss French and Belgian traditional dishes.

CHAPITRE 16
LA SURPRISE
D'ANNIVERSAIRE

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The Simons and the Peeters organize a surprise party for Jessica's birthday.

CHAPITRE 17
QUELLES SONT
VOS TRADITIONS ?

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The families share their cultural traditions and celebrate their diversity.

CHAPITRE 18
ON PART
EN VACANCES !

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The Simons visit Brussels, discovering its rich history, delicious cuisine, and warm hospitality.

CHAPITRE 19
VOUS AVEZ
DES PROJETS ?

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The families discuss their dreams and aspirations, from career goals to travel adventures.

CHAPITRE 20
AMIS
POUR LA VIE !

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Reflecting on their journey together, the Simons and Peeters realize how much their friendship has brightened their lives.

 

Boost your French
While enjoying a good book!

My audiobooks are designed to immerse you in the French language
Annd improve your reading and listening skills
 

Learning French should be engaging, immersive, and natural—and that’s exactly what my French Graded Readers offer.

Each audiobook follows the daily lives of two neighbour families, the Simons and the Peeters, as they navigate everyday situations—at home, in shops, at work, and in public places. Through their conversations, you’ll learn the essential vocabulary, grammar, and expressions relevant to your level.
 

Audiobooks Designed for Maximum Learning

Narrated in Standard French: 
Improve your pronunciation and listening skills with clear, natural speech.

French + English Parallel Text: 
Follow along effortlessly with English translations of key vocabulary.

Colour-Coded Verbs: 
Instantly recognize verb tenses in context to master French grammar.

Level-Appropriate Content: 
Each book (A1, A2, B1, B2) introduces the vocabulary and grammar relevant to that level.

By listening and reading at the same time, you’ll reinforce your comprehension, pronunciation, and ability to use French naturally in conversation.
 

How do These Graded Readers Help you Learn?

Immersion through Storytelling: Stories are one of the best ways to internalize new words and grammar naturally. Each audiobook provides real-life dialogues and authentic language in everyday contexts.

Listen & Read in Parallel: The combination of audio + written text helps train your brain to connect spoken and written French effortlessly.

Understand French Grammar Visually: The colour-coded verb system makes recognizing past, present, and future tenses easy—helping you understand and use French verb forms intuitively.

Step-by-Step Progression: Start at your level and build your skills gradually with content designed to match A1, A2, B1, and B2 learners.

 
 

Those audiobooks are just brilliant!! The way they use colors to highlight verbs and show tenses is super helpful. I'm practicing and memorizing conjugations as I read, effortlessly, and it sort of helps me figure out the difference between similar tenses. Thanks a lot!!

Jane

 
 

The Perfect Blend
Master French Through Engaging Stories and Smart Learning Tools!
 

Learning French can be challenging, especially when it comes to understanding grammar, expanding vocabulary, and improving pronunciation. But what if language learning could be both enjoyable and highly effective?

That’s exactly what my French Graded Readers offer. These audiobooks are carefully designed to make your language-learning journey progressive, structured, and engaging. By combining storytelling with innovative learning tools, they provide a dynamic and immersive approach that makes learning French more natural and efficient than traditional methods.

 

Immerse Yourself in a Story
And Boost Your French at the Same Time

Imagine improving your French by following a relatable, real-life story instead of memorizing artificial dialogues. My Graded Readers follow the daily lives of two families—the Simons and the Peeters—as they navigate everyday situations at home, in shops, at work, and in public places.

Each audiobook is specifically designed for your level, and stories expose you to real French in natural contexts, helping you internalize grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation effortlessly. Every audiobook is narrated by me in standard French, ensuring that you develop a clear and accurate accent.

  

Master French Grammar Effortlessly
with an Innovative Color-Coding System

One of the biggest challenges for French learners is mastering verb tenses. The various forms and uses of tenses in French can be overwhelming, especially for beginners. To address this, I’ve developed a unique color-coding system that simplifies the learning process. Each tense in my audiobooks' transcripts is highlighted in a specific color, allowing you to quickly identify and understand the tense being used. This visual aid is invaluable for learners who struggle to grasp the complexities of French grammar, making it easier to build a solid foundation in the language.

For example, the present tense is marked in red, while the imperfect is highlighted in orange. Compound tenses (those using être/avoir) are underlined, and passive forms are marked with an asterisk. This makes it easier to see patterns and intuitively understand the rules that govern verb conjugation. By integrating this system into your reading experience, you can learn and reinforce grammar rules effortlessly. Over time, you’ll find that recognizing and using different tenses becomes second nature, greatly enhancing your overall command of the language.
 

Expand Your Vocabulary Naturally
With Parallel Texts & Contextual Learning

Building vocabulary isn’t just about memorizing long word lists—it’s about learning words in context. My audiobooks make this process effortless by providing French and English translations side by side, allowing you to follow along with ease. Instead of pausing to look up unfamiliar words, you can read, listen, and naturally absorb new vocabulary as you progress through the story. This method is scientifically proven to enhance retention and help you use words accurately and confidently in real conversations.
  

Take the Leap
And Elevate Your French Skills Today!

Learning French doesn’t have to be a tedious or frustrating experience. With my educational audiobooks, you can enjoy the process while making significant strides in your language proficiency. From engaging stories that immerse you in the French-speaking world to innovative tools like color-coded tenses and contextual vocabulary learning, these audiobooks provide everything you need to make learning French both fun and effective. Sign up for a Premium Membership on ExploreFrench.com to unlock access to all my audiobooks, as well as all the courses and resources available on the site, and start your journey toward French fluency!

 

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