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French Travel Tools
Best prepare your travel in France with relavent French apps, websites and information
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Day-trip Diary : visiting South West France
The French countryside is full of must see attractions and places. Read Stacey's guide to the best places to visit near our camps in South-western France.
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A Typical Day at Camp
Voici la journée type dans nos camps
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Returning Staff Questions
Already worked at American Village? Read all the frequently asked questions regarding post-employment, rehire and evolving on our team.
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Packing List for Camp
To best prepare for your employment at American Village Camps in France pack thoughtfully! Here is the packing list we suggest to all staff members coming to work at our camp.
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English Class at Camp : 10 Filler Games
Here are 10 fun filler games you can use at camp during ESL classes.
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Time to go to bed
In this post, Mark gives his advice on how to calm down the campers after evening program. If done right in a stimulating but calm way, campers will be off to bed and asleep in no time.
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Things To Add To Your Packing List
Mark gives his advice on what to add to the packing list for camp. With over 5 years of camp experience he has picked up one or two tips.
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English Class at Camp: Mixed Levels
Emma writes about how best to teach mixed level learners at camp, using examples that worked best for her.
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Time to play!
Choosing recreational games and activities for campers is fun. Here are some resources to start your research!
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What's Beyond the Universe?
Amanda recalls a story about a counselor, some campers and a discussion about what is exactly beyond the universe. Read about best to communicate with campers, whether that be a dinner table discussion or explaining the rules of an activity.
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English Class at Camp : Our YouTube Videos
Mark discusses some of the videos on our YouTube channel aimed at helping counselors prepare for teaching at camp. Click to read more and see our videos!
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How to Have a Budget Picnic in France
Read Catherine's tips on how to have a fantastic picnic on a budget. See why France is the best country to do so and how.
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The Camp Experience
What’s changed in camping since my first summer as a camp counselor in 1998? Not as much as you’d think.
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English Class at Camp : Your First Lesson
Teaching for the first time can be daunting. Here are some ideas to help you make the first day great!
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Day-trip Diary : visiting Eastern France
The French countryside is full of must see attractions and places. Read Catherine's guide to the best places to visit near our camps in Eastern France.
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Luggage Tips for Multi-Destination Travel
Amanda gives you all the essential info about the best type of luggage for multi-destination travel.