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27.12.2008

Let me just say, I knew an average amount of French before I started this, and wanted to fill in the gaps. I've read a lot of bad reviews on this game, so I don't really know why I still asked for it for Christmas, but I'm glad I did.Here are some facts:* This game isn't for children, don't give it to them thinking it will help with their GCSEs, because it isn't designed for that.* What it does tailor to, however, is a lot of what you would use on holiday.* This has the same look as the word coach, but not the same feel. Word Coach's teacher was harsh and nasty. The teacher on this game seems too nice and a bit dipsy. Plus, maybe a little provocative? (can I just say, I'm a female,mid 20s)* There are lots of lessons to learn, words or phrases grouped into a lesson. About 10 words/phrases per lesson, and a bar saying how many times you have practiced that word.* They start with a test, to see how much French you know. I knew enough to start on lesson 11.Bad points:* Sometimes I want more practice on a word, but although you can access it in the index, you can't choose to use it in the mini games.* The mini games are childish. I've opened 5 so far, and 2 are terrible. They don't help you learn the words at all. If you have played 'my word coach', remember the game where letters drop down and you have to pick the right letters to spell the word? A fun game, but doesn't help you remember the word at all. Well, this is the same case.* Jumping to lesson 11 meant I missed out on a few words I actually hadn't encountered before, but I apparently had 100pc on (for example, wife).* They don't go into enough detail on the way some words are formed. For examle, I know sun means soielle (spelt wrong, I can't remember off the top of my head). They say ensoille in the game. What is the difference? Another example is room. I got taught at school the word room is salle, but they said it was pierce. Obviously both right, and used at different times, but when do you use each one?Good points:* I expected this to be just a bunch of words to learn, but they teach you sentences as well* As you go through the lessons, they will start with a little fact about France, which I found quite interesting.* The games I haven't insulted are good. They do help you remember the words. Plus one game asks you to spell a word using a keyboard you can touch.This game is adictive, if you give it a chance. Isn't it better to learn French on the go, when you feel like it, than from a boring book or lesson? Don't have high expectations of this game, and you'll find its better than you first judged.
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12.8.2009

I bought this game primarily as we're off to France soon and thought it would be useful to brush up on my French, and also for my 12 year old daughter as she is learning French at school.I've only been using the game for a week, but here are my thoughts so far:When you first start using this game, you have an assessment. I started at level 11, but I found that there were some areas I was unsure of. It was easy to return to the earlier "bypassed" levels to refresh my memory. Some of the games are repetitive, but hopefully this just reinforces the understanding. My daughter was very apprehensive about playing this game, and begrudgingly tried it out........2 hours later she was still enjoying the game,and had learnt new vocabulary. Her initial assessment started her at level 8, which really boosted her confidence.At each level in the game, there is an option to record your spoken French, and compare it with the "official" version - I found this very useful.There is also a reference/dictionary section covering such areas as dining out, and a scratch pad onto which you can write or draw. I actually think that I may find the Nintendo more useful in France than a phrasebook....time will tell!My daughter learnt how to say "my battery is dead" via the reference section - maybe not particularly useful, but she's learning the language and enjoying it.And yes, like the other reviews have mentioned, the game does not differentiate between masculine and feminine words - but this is a game! I bought it with the intention of assisting my daughter with her school French, and revising mine - I'm sure I'll be forgiven for getting my "le" and "la" wrong whist on holiday, and at least I've inreased my vocabulary!
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13.3.2009

I bought My French Coach Level 1 as I'd learnt basic French for about a year, over 20 years ago, and was keen to refresh my knowledge and learn more.The game starts off with a test to assess which lesson to start you with based on your previous knowledge. You can go back and refresh on the lessons previous to your starting point if you wish.You use the stylus as you work through the lessons and games and the more points you earn from mastering the lessons the more lessons and games you unlock. I would disagree with other reviewers who though this game was not useful for learning! You can easily build up from having no knowledge and get through basic conversational French with a good understanding.As a guide the first few lessons are numbers, colours, days of the week, months, pronouns, questions and add on in a fairly logical sequence.The games vary between multiple choice, flash cards (which is another type of multiple choice), word search, bridge building (where you put the words in the correct order to make a sentence), spelling, hit-a-word (a child orientated game of bopping gophers on the head as they appear out of a hole to select words) amongst others.I think this game offers a good overall introduction to any age wanting to learn a new language or refresh the basics before progressing. I already have My French Coach level 2 ready for when I complete this, and definitely will try other languages too.
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8.11.2013

I had originally purchased a copy when the game was released but had it stolen before getting too far along. A trip to France has been my motivator for re-re-polishing my French and I took the opportunity to re-buy this and the Level 2 version.I think that this is a great learning aide. It's not going to teach you French on its own - in my opinion the one thing that this game lacks is the ability to be able to communicate with a real live person. Understandably, it just doesn't have that feature set but it does give you a great way to learn new words, conjugations and tenses in between real life practice... and even brush up on old lessons long forgotten!My only one complaint is that the game isn't entirely bug free.That's not usually a problem in a game as they're only very minor bugs except that in this case you're trying to be taught something. It doesn't happen all that often but sometimes the game will ask you how you think you should say something in a certain way given a verb you've just been taught - only for the example they show you not to even include the verb.The example still works and makes sense - and perhaps is "proper" French usage - but it's a bit confusing if you, the student, are left thinking that you missed understanding something during the lesson.Oh, and I really dislike the whack-a-mole mini game. Thankfully, you don't have to do it so often. :)
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11.3.2009

I bought this to try to revive my rather rusty school French in preparation for a holiday. I love the way that the lessons are short and sharp and then followed by a series of fun games. It is a really relaxing way of learning a language as you can just sit down for ten to fifteen minutes each evening and expand your vocabulary and repertoire of phrases. You can test word recognition through reading and listening activities and can also test your pronunciation using the mic on the DS. There is a phrase book facility and also a notebook facility so you can draw on the screen to help you get your message accross. I think this is suitable for both children and adults,although younger children would probably struggle with some of the spelling exercises. I'm really glad I bought it as I am having great fun resurecting all that French that I learned years ago.
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24.1.2009

Excellent fun and my 10.5 and 8.5 year olds can't get their hands on it fast enough or long enough!We've only had it 3 days and they've progressed through 3-4 lessons each already.aT LAST the - almost 11- year old agrees that French is fun after all and her pronounciation has improved 200%! THANKS TO THE RECORD and replay settings and the ''together'' setting.Only gripe I have is that there are 4 of us in the family with my husband learning French with the OU and there are only 3 ''profiles'' on the game so we have to share as the kids are too far apart and need to keep to their own 'progression'' through the levels.With braintraining we all have much more fun as we can ALL use it!

16.11.2008

I bought this DS French course out of desperation - my daughter started French at a new school and all the other kids had already done 2-3 years of it so she was behind everyone else. I bought this because she loves using her DS and I knew she would be more likely to use this software than to sit with me for the same length of time learning vocabulary. Within a week she had learnt the numbers 1-13, colours, days of the week, months, etc. and she has now nearly caught up the other kids in her class. As an adult I would prefer to go to a language class if I were learning a new language, but for a DS-mad kid this is a really good way of learning.

5.3.2011

The last time I tried to speak French was over 30 years ago at school. This game is really encouraging me to learn. It has a few games to start off with but the the more you manage to remember the better for you as it unlocks more levels for you to try. You can record your voice and compare it to the teacher to see if you have pronounced it correctly. I have just started as I only received the game today but already I can't put it down. Its fun to play and I would recommend it for people who are beginners and Children will love it to. Its a must have....

29.1.2008

I purchased this game for my 11 yr old son, in order to help him prepare for secondary school. At first he was very sceptical as it wasn't what he would class as a game, however he is thoroughly enjoying himself, and now tries to speak french at home. I am also addicted to it and I was very surprised at how much French I could actually remember from school. By working through the lessons you master and remember the words.I would recommend it to anyone with an 11yr old child who has had no exposure to foreign languages before.

12.6.2013

Everything was perfect with this purchase ! I recommend it. I'm french and I teach french (I am not a language teacher) to one of my friend. This game helps her and more than helping teaches her a lot. Just few words sound weird like saying "where" translated by "là où" in french, whereas we just say and use "où" in everyday language in french, but despite these littles mistakes, it's a very good item for learning french !

13.3.2009

This DS product is a nice introduction for kids to learn French -I don`t understand the reviews that knock it.What do they want for 14 quid, Napolean Bonaparte to pop out the machine and give them one to one.This is the price of a 20 minuite private lesson and offers much more potential. If you are so clever already at French go and buy a book.Good value and definately worth a go for the youngsters.

30.1.2009

Bought this for boys aged 11 & 13, and self. It helped all of us and 1 boy that had been struggling said he had learnt more doing 20 minutes every day at home on the "game" than he had in a year struggling with a teacher at school. Really useful for early French learners at School but not really for those that want to get the language quickely for travel.

30.7.2008

An excellent learning tool, which becomes addictive! I love the pronunciation help, sadly this is missing in Level 2. I agree with another reviewer, who commented on the lack of gender. Otherwise, I would have given 5 stars for both categories. It is still a worthwhile purchase for anyone wanting to learn or brush up on the French language.

7.1.2009

The program, has proved to be better than expected! I'm pleased that it enables one to try out their pronunciations,and listening to your own recording, after hearing the correct pronunciation. It covers a wide variety of useful subjects. Very handy to take with you anywhere. I will definitely purchase the 'French 2' program.

2.2.2012

As a relatively new user of DS games I have tried and tested one or two and have been disappointed. However, I purhased this one with a view to improving holiday french and found it extremely good and easy to use. Excellent way to teach both children and adults in a fun way without all the complications.

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