French Action Songs for Kids

The action songs

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  Saute et cours

  Jump and Run · 2:00 · Premium

  sauter, courir, s'arrêter, rapide

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  Danse avec moi

  Dance With Me · 2:27 · Premium

  danser, musique, bouger, avec moi

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  Chantons ensemble

  Let's Sing · 2:10 · Premium

  chanter, chanson, voix, ensemble

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  Rapide et lent

  Fast and Slow · 2:15 · Premium

  rapide, lent, marcher, encore

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  Applaudis des mains

  Clap Your Hands · 2:05 · Premium

  applaudir, mains, en haut, en bas

French action words from these songs

Every key word and phrase across the unit, with its English meaning.

Tips for parents

• Do every action together. Hearing the French word and moving to it is the whole point.
• Play freeze: stop the song and everyone freezes, then call out an action word to restart.
• Clear a little floor space first so nobody has to hold back.

Questions parents ask

Why do action songs help with a new language?

Kids show they understand by doing the move, so you can see it working without any quiz. Moving also keeps energetic children engaged for the whole song.

Which French words are in these action songs?

19 key words and phrases, including sauter (to jump), courir (to run), s'arrêter (to stop), rapide (fast), danser (to dance), musique (music), bouger (to move), avec moi (with me). The full list is above, and every song page shows the complete lyrics with translation.

Are the French action songs free?

The lyrics, translations and word lists here are free to read. Playing the songs is part of Premium, which you can try free for 7 days. The first unit, greeting songs, is free forever.

How long are the songs?

Between 2:00 and 2:27 each, about 11 minutes for all 5. Short enough to replay, which is where most of the learning happens.