[PDF] childhood in france vs us

What is the difference between raising a child in France and America?

In Bringing Up Bebe, author Pamela Druckerman investigates the difference between raising a child in France vs. The United States. According to Druckerman, these are the Top 5 differences between French kids and American kids. 1. French children sleep through the night

Is French parenting better than American parenting?

If you’ve ever traveled in France, you might have noticed that les enfants français appear a bit more well-behaved than American kids. French parents and teachers tend to be more strict with kids, whereas many Americans have a hard time saying “No” to their little adorable faces. But is one of these two parenting styles “better”?

What grades do French children go through?

Most French children go through Maternelle (kindergarten), Ecole primaire (Primary school), Coll è ge (Junior high) and Lyc é e (High school). While grades in France go from 6e to Terminale, in the US they “go up”, from 6 th grade to 12 th grade. Most teenagers finish high school around the age of 17 or 18.

Do French kids eat more than American kids?

French kids eat fewer snacks than American kids. They eat meals and one snack normally. According to "Bringing Up Bebe," French parents generally keep a routine in which kids eat three meals a day, plus one snack in the afternoon. American kids have more individuality. Kids may express themselves more in the US.