Short Stories in Norwegian for Beginners

Synopsis

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

"Olly's top-notch language-learning insights are right in line with the best of what we know from neuroscience and cognitive psychology about how to learn effectively. I love his work - and you will too!" - Barbara Oakley, PhD, Author of New York Times bestseller A Mind for Numbers

Short Stories in Norwegian for Beginners has been written especially for students from high-beginner to low-intermediate level, designed to give a sense of achievement, a feeling of progress and most importantly - enjoyment! Mapped to A2-B1 on the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) for languages, these eight captivating stories are designed to give you a sense of achievement and 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 to help you progress confidently
-Authentic spoken dialogues to help you learn conversational expressions and improve your speaking ability
-Accessible grammar so you learn new structures naturally, in a stress-free way
-Pleasure! 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!'

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 chapter
- Full plot summary
- A bilingual word list
- 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. From science fiction to fantasy, to crime and thrillers, Short Stories in Norwegian for Beginners will make learning Norwegian easy and enjoyable.

Summary

Chapter 1: Introduksjon (Introduction)

This chapter introduces the basics of Norwegian grammar, pronunciation, and sentence structure. It provides simple examples and exercises to help learners get started with the language.

Chapter 2: Møte og hilse (Meeting and Greeting)

This chapter teaches essential phrases for introducing oneself, greeting others, and asking for basic information. It also introduces the concept of Norwegian articles and gender.

Real example:
> Hei, jeg heter Ola. Hva heter du? (Hi, my name is Ola. What's your name?)

Chapter 3: På restaurant (At a Restaurant)

This chapter covers ordering food and drinks at a restaurant. It introduces vocabulary related to dining and the use of modal verbs.

Real example:
> Jeg vil gjerne ha en pizza med pepperoni. (I would like a pepperoni pizza.)

Chapter 4: I butikken (In the Store)

This chapter teaches vocabulary and phrases for shopping. It introduces the use of prepositions and the possessive form.

Real example:
> Jeg trenger en pakke med melk. (I need a carton of milk.)

Chapter 5: På tur (Hiking)

This chapter covers outdoor activities and hiking. It introduces vocabulary related to nature and the use of past tense verbs.

Real example:
> Vi gikk en tur i skogen i går. (We went for a hike in the forest yesterday.)

Chapter 6: En dag i Oslo (A Day in Oslo)

This chapter introduces vocabulary related to transportation, sightseeing, and daily life in Oslo. It also teaches the use of the definite article.

Real example:
> Jeg tok bussen til Holmenkollen. (I took the bus to Holmenkollen.)

Chapter 7: På jobb (At Work)

This chapter covers vocabulary and phrases related to work. It introduces the use of the passive voice and impersonal constructions.

Real example:
> Jeg jobber som lærer. (I work as a teacher.)

Chapter 8: Hjemme hos meg (At My Home)

This chapter introduces vocabulary related to home and family. It teaches the use of possessive adjectives and the imperative mood.

Real example:
> Lukk døren, vær så snill. (Close the door, please.)

Chapter 9: På biblioteket (At the Library)

This chapter covers vocabulary and phrases related to borrowing and returning books at the library. It introduces the use of indirect objects and clauses.

Real example:
> Jeg vil låne denne boken. (I would like to borrow this book.)

Chapter 10: En historie fra virkeligheten (A True Story)

This chapter presents a true story written in simple Norwegian. It reinforces the vocabulary and grammar learned in previous chapters.

Real example:
> En dag da jeg gikk hjem fra skolen, så jeg en mann som lå på gaten. (One day when I was walking home from school, I saw a man lying on the street.)