This map of France and its main geographical features is bright and colourful, making it the perfect addition to your classroom. Réunion: Found in the Indian Ocean to the east of Madagascar, Réunion is an island with diverse terrain. It is home to two prominent volcanic peaks: the extinct Piton des Neiges and the active Piton de la Fournaise, one of the most active volcanoes in the world. The island also contains three calderas and a series of ravines and gorges. The eastern part receives significant rainfall due to the trade winds, leading to lush vegetation, while the west is drier. This difference in rainfall has a significant impact on the island's geography, with the wetter east being more prone to landslides and erosion. Seas and Oceans: Metropolitan France: Mediterranean Sea, Tyrrhenian Sea, Ligurian Sea, Bay of Biscay, North Sea, English Channel, Atlantic Ocean. Note: The French Republic in total is 663,336 km 2 (256,115 mi 2), if excluding the disputed status of Adélie Land.

Major Rivers: Seine, Loire, Rhone, Garonne, Meuse, Dordogne, Charente, Adour, Somme, Vilaine, Aude, Rhine. Ski Resorts in France: Alpe d'Huez, Chamonix, Courchevel, Meribel, Megève, Morzine, Val d’Isère, Les Houches.

Culture

Of course if a country starts with a vowel you just use l’, (as in l’Italie) however whether it starts with a vowel or not has no effect on its gender. There are some countries that don’t use an article at all such as Cuba, however they still technically have a gender. Using the French-speaking countries map could also be used for a History lesson on a lesson on why so many countries speak French. Guadeloupe: Located in the Caribbean, Guadeloupe is an archipelago consisting of two main islands, Basse-Terre and Grande-Terre, and several smaller islands. Basse-Terre, the western island, has a rough volcanic landscape with La Grande Soufrière, an active stratovolcano, as its highest peak. In contrast, Grande-Terre, the eastern island, has flatter terrain with limestone plateaus and sugarcane fields. The climate is tropical, influenced by northeast trade winds, and the region faces risks from both hurricanes and volcanic activity. Lakes of France: Lake Annecy, Lake of Sainte-Croix, Lake Geneva, Lake Pavin, Lake Bourget, Lake Der-Chantecoq, Lake Chavillon, Lake Gérardmer, Lac d’Aiguebelette, Lac de Gaube, Lac de Guéry. Your children could pretend they have taken a lovely trip to France and write some postcards. These postcards include some famous French landmarks. These would be fun to take home to show family or friends!

French is a popular language; it is the first language for around 80 million people and is a second language for about 180 million. It’s not just the official language of France, it is also the official language in 29 other countries and also spoken in nine other countries. Located in the north-central part of the country is Paris – the capital, the largest and the most populous France. It is a major administrative, cultural and commercial center of the country. Where is France?The majority language of the nation is French, which is also spoken widely throughout the world. French is a Romance language, descended from Latin, and is known for its elegant and complex grammar. Geography Main sights of France: Eiffel Tower, Louvre, Notre Dame de Paris, Palace of Versailles, Castles of the Loire Valley, Côte d'Azur, Rocamadour, Mont Saint-Michel, Chartres Cathedral, Provence. Contrary to English, the vast majority of countries in French need le, la or les in front of them such as la France, le Canada, and les États-Unis. Normally learning the gender of a noun in French is difficult because there aren’t a lot of rules to go off of. However when it comes to French countries the majority of them that end in -e are feminine and the ones that don’t are masculin.

Rhone Valley: This valley stretches along the Rhône River from its source in the Alps to its delta at the Mediterranean Sea. The northern part of the valley, surrounded by mountains and plateaus, is narrow, while the southern part expands into a broad floodplain. The region's geological foundation includes a mix of alluvial deposits, making some sections highly fertile and suitable for agriculture. As one moves south, the Mediterranean influence on the climate becomes increasingly apparent. Martinique: Also located in the Caribbean, Martinique is an island of volcanic origin. It has a rugged mountainous landscape with Mount Pelée as its highest peak. The island has experienced volcanic eruptions in its history, notably the devastating eruption of 1902 which destroyed the city of Saint-Pierre. Coastal areas feature a mix of cliffs, coves, and beaches, while the interior has dense forests. The tropical climate is moderated by trade winds, though the island is vulnerable to hurricane impacts. The Garonne Basin: This basin surrounds the Garonne River, which flows from the Pyrenees and eventually merges with the Dordogne River to form the Gironde estuary, leading into the Atlantic Ocean. The region is characterized by alluvial plains and terraces, with fertile soils conducive to agriculture. Towards its southern parts, the landscape becomes hilly, transitioning into the foothills of the Pyrenees.Mayotte: Mayotte, located in the Comoros archipelago in the Indian Ocean between Madagascar and the coast of Mozambique, comprises two main islands: Grande-Terre (while identically named, it is wholly separate from Grande-Terre of Guadaloupe) and Petite-Terre. The region is surrounded by coral reefs and lagoons. It has a hilly landscape with the highest peak, Mount Benara, reaching 660 meters. Volcanic activity has played a significant role in shaping the geography of Mayotte, though no eruptions have been recorded in recent history. The region has experienced seismic activity in recent years, with a notable underwater volcano discovered off its coast in 2019. Regions of France Map