Futur Proche in French - Exploring Future Intentions

Total Time: 55 minutes

Introduction to Futur Proche

Time: 5 minutes

Welcome class! Today we will explore the "Futur Proche," a tense used in French to express what is going to happen in the near future. We will review how the verb "aller" (to go) is used to form this tense. For example, "Je vais manger" means "I am going to eat." How does this differ from the present tense?

Understanding Futur Proche

Time: 15 minutes

Multiple Choice Questions (10 questions): Choose the correct options that correctly represent the futur proche in given sentences.
- Example: "Ils ____vont______ (aller) au cinéma." a) vont b) vont aller c) iront
Fill in the Blanks (5 sentences): Complete the sentences using the correct form of "aller."
- Example: "Nous ____allons______ (aller) à la plage demain."

These activities will help reinforce how the futur proche is structured and used.

Collaborative Activity: Create a Dialogue

Time: 15 minutes

In pairs, create a short dialogue (5-6 exchanges) using the futur proche. You can choose any scenario—planning a party, discussing a weekend trip, or what you're going to do next holiday. Use a minimum of five futur proche sentences. After 10 minutes, each pair will present their dialogue to the class!

Creative Project: Comic Strip Storyboard

Time: 15 minutes

For this final activity, create a comic strip that illustrates a day in the life of a character who has plans for the future. Each panel should include a sentence in futur proche about what the character is going to do. Use drawings and speech bubbles to make it engaging. You have the choice to work in groups of up to three people or individually.

Extensions - Real-World Connections

Time: 5 minutes

As a wrap-up, think of something you are excited about doing in the near future. Write 1-2 sentences in French using the futur proche to express your thoughts. Share one sentence with the class if you feel comfortable!