A Vending Machine for Literature

This mini article from Mental_Floss is about a fun startup company that is placing vending machines around Grenoble to offer free literature to interested people waiting for trains and looking for something to do.

"French Vending Machines Dispense Short Stories Instead Of Snacks"

Why do we say "pardon my French"?

One of my students asked, "Why do we say 'pardon my French' when we curse?"  Luckily, Mental_Floss asked this same question and provides a succinct answer in this article:

"Why Do We Say 'Pardon My French' When We Curse?"

Miniature Movie Sets Museum

If you're a movie buff or plan to major in film, France holds many treasures.  One such treasure is the Musée Cinéma et Miniature in Lyon.  Inside you will find miniature sets used in films as well as other film props and artifacts.

Check out this photo gallery from Mental Floss:

"Inside a French Museum Filled With Miniature Movie Sets"

or visit the museum's own site in French or English.

Tu vs. Vous: A Flowchart

I love this flowchart that helps to explain when to use tu and when to use vous in French. Originally published in The Los Angeles Times,  this French article confirms its accuracy.  The article itself is in French and explains the complications of determining when to use tu and when to use vous.  It's worth a read if you want to give it a try.  If not, the infographic is also sufficient (and fun).

"Voilà comment expliquer le vouvoiement à un anglophone"