Geared toward middle school- and high school-level learners, Painless French takes a lighthearted, humorous approach to learning French and is ideal for students who find the subject confusing, or who just need a little extra help. It includes sections on history, literature, and shared expressions in English.

Students can test their learning progress with quizzes and "Brain Ticklers", plus additional games online to challenge students, including Beat the Clock, a line match game, and a word scramble.

The authors' main goal is to clear up confusion and pique interest by emphasizing the intriguing and often exciting ways in which students can put each subject to practical use.