Ten Ways to Cultivate Kindness in Children Since I started working at EFBA, the month of February has taken on a very special meaning for me. Valentine’s Day has never really been my thing. As a child, however, February meant something else entirely: the Carnival of Nice—the city where I was born and [...]
Ever tried explaining a subtle joke in a language you're just learning? It's like trying to herd cats—adorable, but chaotic. That's the beauty (and delightful frustration) of language! Annually on February 21st we observe International Mother Language Day, and carry the celebration with us throughout the year. Today we're raising a metaphorical (or literal, [...]
In April 2009, our journey began when Gabrielle Durana and a group of passionate parents decided to create an opportunity for children to learn and preserve the French language. Today, let’s delve into EFBA’s inspiring history, identity, values, and teaching philosophy to understand the driving force behind our institution. Our History: A Decade of [...]
Mother Earth Day is a special day to celebrate and honor our beautiful planet, Mother Earth. As humans, we are part of this vast ecosystem and have a responsibility to protect and preserve it. On this day, let's explore five ways to protect our planet with children! Why is teaching children to protect Mother [...]
Every year, March 20th is a day for people from around the world to come together and celebrate the Journée internationale de la Francophonie. At its heart, the francophonie is a community of men and women that share a common language: French. The last report from the Observatoire de la langue française reported that, [...]
