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Caroline Jestaz
Experienced online language teacher & Novelist


My blog

French as a unique selling point
Yes, English is the language of business, but native speakers do appreciate when you make the effort to speak their own language.
2 days ago

Chocolate as a teaching tool
When it comes to teaching languages, anything can become useful context.
Apr 7


Sink or swim?
Is it a good idea to throw students in at the deep end?
Mar 31

Another student feedback
Posting the above image means leaving my comfort zone and fighting the inner voice telling me that I'm bragging. The fact is, I care...
Mar 17


I can’t draw
Doubt is the enemy, especially when you're about to speak in a different language.
Mar 10

Language learning improves decision-making
The latest research is giving us even more reasons to learn a language.
Feb 24

Ma méthode d'enseignement
Pour en savoir plus sur ma méthode et mon approche de l'enseignement des langues.
Feb 21

When do you say 'tu' or 'vous' in French?
Choosing to say 'tu' or 'vous' to a French person is more than just about choosing the right conjugations.
Feb 17

How do you say 'I feel great' in French?
Food finds its way into lots of French idioms, even in order to talk about how you feel!
Feb 12


How I learned English
Here's a clue, I didn't start at school!
Feb 7

Student feedback
What my students say about my teaching.
Feb 1

Your next trip to France made easy!
Have you ever found yourself in a brasserie eager to order food in French but not sure what to say? Here's the solution for next time!
Jan 30

Learning like a human
What if friendly aliens landed on our planet and observed our language learning habits?
Jan 24

How many hours a week should I spend learning a language?
The more time you spend practising a new language point, the better, but what really matters is how you organise yourself.
Jan 20

Language learning can be fun!
From the horse's mouth!
Jan 13

How do you say ''small'' in French?
French has fun ways of describing something small or even tiny.
Jan 7

Language learning and risks
What actual risks do we take when we learn a language?
Jan 3


Using WhatsApp as a language learning tool
There are many ways to use the messaging app to learn a language.
Dec 16, 2024

Another lovely student review
Another lovely review from a student!
Dec 10, 2024

How do you say ''to compromise'' in French?
The first post in a series of short, fun, easy-to-use French idioms.
Dec 5, 2024

Don't hesitate to get in touch to book your first free lesson!
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