Short Stories in German for Beginners

Synopsis

An unmissable collection of eight unconventional and captivating short stories for young and adult learners.

"I love Olly's work - and you will too!" - Barbara Oakley, PhD, Author of New York Times bestseller A Mind for Numbers

Short Stories in German for Beginners has been written especially for students from beginner to intermediate level, designed to give a sense of achievement, and most importantly - enjoyment! Mapped to A2-B1 on the Common European Framework of Reference, these eight captivating stories will both entertain you, and give you a feeling of progress when reading.

What does this book give you?

· Eight stories in a variety of exciting genres, from science fiction and crime to history and thriller - making reading fun, while you learn a wide range of new vocabulary
· Controlled language at your level, including the 1000 most frequent words, to help you progress confidently
· Authentic spoken dialogues, to help you learn conversational expressions and improve your speaking ability
· Pleasure! It's much easier to learn a new language when you're having fun, and research shows that if you're enjoying reading in a foreign language, you won't experience the usual feelings of frustration - 'It's too hard!' 'I don't understand!'
· Accessible grammar so you learn new structures naturally, in a stress-free way

Carefully curated to make learning a new language easy, these stories include key features that will support and consolidate your progress, including

· A glossary for bolded words in each text
· A bilingual word list
· Full plot summary
· Comprehension questions after each chapter.

As a result, you will be able to focus on enjoying reading, delighting in your improved range of vocabulary and grasp of the language, without ever feeling overwhelmed or frustrated. From science fiction to fantasy, to crime and thrillers, Short Stories in German for Beginners will make learning French easy and enjoyable.

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Summary

Chapter 1: Der Besuch (The Visit)

* Summary: Peter and Maria receive a visit from their cousin Hans, who lives in a different city. They haven't seen him for years.
* Example: "Als Hans an der Tür klingelte, waren Peter und Maria überrascht. Sie hatten ihn seit vielen Jahren nicht mehr gesehen."

Chapter 2: Die Prüfung (The Exam)

* Summary: Stefan is a student who is preparing for an important exam. He studies hard and feels confident, but on the day of the exam, he starts to panic.
* Example: "Stefan hatte wochenlang für die Prüfung gelernt. Er fühlte sich sicher und war überzeugt, dass er bestehen würde. Doch als der Tag der Prüfung kam, wurde er plötzlich panisch."

Chapter 3: Der Brief (The Letter)

* Summary: Anna receives a mysterious letter from an unknown sender. The letter contains a cryptic message that leaves her confused and worried.
* Example: "Als Anna den Brief öffnete, war sie verwirrt. Der Absender war ihr unbekannt und die Nachricht kryptisch: 'Das Geheimnis liegt im Wald.'"

Chapter 4: Die Reise (The Journey)

* Summary: A group of friends decide to go on a road trip to discover a remote mountain village. Along the way, they encounter unexpected challenges and adventures.
* Example: "Die Freunde packten ihre Sachen und machten sich auf den Weg in die Berge. Sie hatten keine genaue Route geplant und wollten sich von der Landschaft überraschen lassen."

Chapter 5: Die Liebe (The Love)

* Summary: Peter and Maria have been dating for a few months and are deeply in love. However, their relationship is threatened by a misunderstanding.
* Example: "Peter und Maria waren glücklich verliebt. Sie verbrachten viel Zeit miteinander und genossen jeden Moment. Doch eines Tages kam es zu einem Missverständnis, das ihre Liebe auf die Probe stellte."

Chapter 6: Die Entscheidung (The Decision)

* Summary: Emma is faced with a difficult decision that will impact her future. She weighs the pros and cons carefully before making her choice.
* Example: "Emma stand vor einer schweren Entscheidung. Sie musste zwischen zwei Möglichkeiten wählen, die ihr Leben in unterschiedliche Richtungen lenken würden."

Chapter 7: Die Zukunft (The Future)

* Summary: The story concludes with the characters reflecting on their past experiences and looking forward to the future. They realize that life is full of both challenges and opportunities.
* Example: "Die Freunde blickten auf ihre Vergangenheit zurück und sahen den Weg, den sie zurückgelegt hatten. Sie wussten, dass die Zukunft noch viele Überraschungen für sie bereithielt."