The Summer Olympics 2024 are in Paris, France, and we are all for it. Not just for the amazing displays of athleticism, but also for the chance to explore French and Parisian culture. Perhaps it might inspire a trip overseas, over the Quebec border, or allow you to simply travel in your own mind.
Here are some French essentials that are available free with your WCL card.
- Mango Languages teaches language skills through practical conversations. Notes on culture and grammar also provide context. Options include basic French, slang, romance, food and drink, and French-Canadian instruction.
- Borrow DVDs with a French language option - original, dubbed, or subtitled.
- Watch French cinema in Kanopy.
- Borrow from our French language collection featuring picture books and chapter books.
- Enjoy cookbooks on French food.
- Check out French travel books.
- Browse adult fiction books set in France.