SpellCheckPlus - Online grammar checker for writing in English. Students have access to pro features at school and basic features at home. Please use code 'Ontario' to access.
BonPatron - Online grammar checker for writing in French. Students have access to pro features at school and basic features at home. Please use code 'Ontario' to access.
Online Reading Platforms:
Boukili - (Grades K-3) An online platform of illustrated books with both text and read-aloud features. Students log in with their classroom code.
Ebookids - (Grades K-6) An online platform of illustrated books. The collection offers both text and audiobooks. No login required.
Universalis-edu & Junior Universalis-edu - (Grades 4-12) Online Encyclopedias directed to Junior and Older learners. Great for all language levels (A1-B2). Accessible through the VLE for OCDSB students and directly online.
Audio Books & Podcasts:
Radio Canada-1 - (Grades 1-12) Collection of audio short stories and novels. Great for all language levels (A1-B2) and all grades. No login required.
Radio Canada-2 - (Grades 7-12) Collection of Podcasts on a variety of themes. Great for language levels A2-B2. No login required.
Espace Jeunes: (Grades 1-12) Collection of audio short stories and novels. Great for all language levels (A1-B2). No login required.
Conte-moi: (Grades K-6) Collection of stories from Francophone authors around the world. Great for younger learners. No login required.
La p’tite école du FLE: (Grades K-6) Podcast directed to young learners. No login required.
La puce à l'oreille: (Grades 4-8) Podcast directed to young learners. No login required.
Online Magazines
MiniMag: (Grades K-3) (No login required.) CEFR levels A1-A2. An online magazine geared to young learners that includes:
- Articles on nature, science, technology, social studies
- Recipes, crafts, games, and
- Comic strips.
Mon Mag à Moi: (Grades 4-8) (No login required.) CEFR levels A2-B1. An online magazine geared to junior learners that includes:
- Articles about animals, nature, the environment, technology etc.
- Recipes, crafts, games, and
- Comic strips.
Quad 9: (Grades 7-8) CEFR levels A2-B2. An online magazine geared to older French learners. No login required.
Actujour: (Grades 7-12) CEFR levels A1-B2. A collection of articles where each text can be adjusted to the language level of choice. No login required.
Les Explorateurs: (Grades K-6) (No login required.) CEFR levels A1-A2. It includes:
- Illustrated reports about animals, nature, the environment, technology etc.,
- A recipe or craft,
- Pages of games, and
- Three comic strips: Hugo et Marjo, Mini-Jean et Lapibot.
Les Débrouillards: (Grades 4-8) (No login required.) CEFR levels A2-B1. It includes:
- Illustrated reports about animals, nature, the environment, technology etc.,
- Illustrated reports about ecology, sciences etc.,
- Collectible informative charts,
- Comics and games, and
- Interactive chronicles.
Curium magazine: (Grades 9-12) (No login required.) CEFR levels B1-B2. It includes:
- Files on hot news topics on science and technology,
- Reports and debates on the environment, social problems, ethics and the role of youth in society,
- Articles about le futur, and careers of tomorrow,
- Chronicles on sports, culture, comic strips, exchanges by readers etc., and
- The comic strip Les autres d'Iris Boudreau.
TV5MONDEplus jeunesse: (Grades K-12) CEFR levels (A1, A2, B1, B2). A great collection of videos about francophone culture and current events from around the world. As students watch videos, the site takes them through a variety of comprehension questions and weaves in grammar within the context of the video. No login required.
TFO: (Grades K-12) (No login required.) CEFR levels (A1, A2, B1, B2). Videos for all levels and grades sectioned into four areas
- MiniTFO - Videos and educational games for ages 2 to 8 years.
- FlipTFO - Series, humorous videos and educational videos for ages 9 to 12 years.
- ONFR+- Movies, documentaries and reports for adolescents and adults
- TVO Learn (Learning resources developed by the Ministry - arranged by grade level and course code).
Idéllo: (Grades K-12) CEFR levels (A1, A2, B1, B2). Collection of videos on a variety of themes and topics. Account required. Student access through class account.
L'actualité pour les jeunes: (Grades 6-12) News videos designed for adolescents. Great for all language levels (A1-B2). No login required.
Télé-Québec Coucou: (Grades K-3) Videos to develop listening skills A1-B2. Strategies for parents and teachers in the classroom and for distance learning. Of particular interest for Grades K-2: La clef: compter, lire, écrire en famille. No login required.
Télé-Québec en classe: (Grades K-8) (No login required.) It includes:
- Videos to develop listening skills A1-B2
- Strategies for parents and teachers in the classroom and for distance learning.
Of particular interest for Grades 1-4:
- Télé-Québec en classe
- L'école à la maison: épisodes et segments
- Le canal squat: nouvelles
- Les animaux
Force 4: (Grades K-6) (No login required.) It includes:
- Vidéos: yoga, dance, cardio, physical activity,
- Fiches d’activités Core, FI, ESL
Animations inspirées de livres pour enfants - ONF: Grades (K-6) Videos inspired by children’s books. Suitable for A1-A2. No login required.
Digital Book Loans
Sora: (Grades K-12) CEFR levels (A1, A2, B1, B2). Online library with French, English, fiction and non-fiction books. Accessible through the VLE for OCDSB students.
Quick-start guide for students.
Ottawa Public Library: (Grades K-12) Online library and activities:
French Language Learning Resources
Francolab: (Grades 7-12). (No login required.) CEFR levels (A2, B1, B2). Includes:
- A collection of videos, images, websites, songs to help students perfect their French through listening and oral discussion.
- Appropriate for A2-B2 learners in grades 7-12
Francolab junior: Grades (K-6) CEFR levels (A1, A2, B1, B2). Includes videos to develop listening skills (A1-A2) in younger learners. No login required.
CPF Ontario: Parent Support and information for those with students in FSL Programs
TVO Mathify - Free 1:1 online tutoring with Ontario educators
Mathies.ca - It houses resources developed by the Ontario Ministry of Education to support mathematics learning from Kindergarten to Grade 12.