5 Fun French Games to Play With Your Kids at Home

Learning French doesn’t have to mean sitting at a desk memorizing vocabulary. Children learn best when they’re playing, moving, and laughing — and French can fit right into those moments. If you’ve ever wondered how to make French practice more fun for your child, here are five easy games you can try today.

🎲 1. French Simon Says (Jacques a dit)

Play “Simon Says” but in French!

• Say: Jacques a dit touche ta tête (Simon says touch your head).

• Kids must follow only if you start with Jacques a dit. This game helps practice body parts and actions while keeping kids giggling and engaged.

🖍️ 2. Color Hunt (Cherche les couleurs)

Pick a French color and send your child to find something in the house that matches.

• Example: Trouve quelque chose de bleu ! (Find something blue!).This game builds quick vocabulary recall for colors and everyday objects.

🏃 3. Number Jump (Les chiffres sautent)

Lay out numbers on paper (1–10) across the floor. Call out numbers in French and have your child jump to the right one.

• Example: Saute sur le trois ! (Jump on the three!).Perfect for practicing numbers and listening skills while being physically active.

🍎 4. French Market (Au marché)

Pretend you’re at a French market! Lay out play food or snacks and let your child “buy” them in French.

• Example: Je voudrais une pomme, s’il te plaît. (I would like an apple, please).This game teaches food words, polite phrases, and conversation skills.

🎶 5. Sing and Freeze (Chante et arrête)

Play a French children’s song (like Frère Jacques). Let your child dance, but pause the music randomly — they must freeze and shout one French word from the song.This game links music, movement, and memory to make French unforgettable.

🌟 Why Games Work for Learning French

Games turn language learning into a natural, joyful experience. Kids don’t feel like they’re “studying” — instead, they’re laughing, moving, and connecting French words with real-life actions. Even 10 minutes of play each day can make a big difference in your child’s confidence.

At Bonjour With Karine, I use games, songs, and interactive activities to help children fall in love with French. Learning a language should feel like an adventure — and with the right approach, it does!

👉 Want more fun ideas? Visit bonjourwithkarine.com to learn how your child can start their French journey.