Discover just how easy it is to learn German with this updated edition of The Everything Learning German Book with new online audio so you can quickly access the pronunciation guide and exercises while you're reading.

It's easy to become intimidated by the prospect of learning a foreign language. Now, with online audio, The Everything Learning German Book, 3rd Edition eliminates the stumbling blocks of learning a language to bring you quick and easy success.

Whether you are a first-time learner, relearner, or international traveler, you'll learn the German language through step-by-step instructions and practical exercises. Cultural information about Germany and the German people makes the guide both simple and entertaining. The pronunciation, parts of speech, and basic vocabulary tips covered in this guide will benefit students, travelers, restaurant-goers, and anyone seeking to learn the language upon which much of English is based.

You will learn how to:
-Understand verbal etiquette
-Order in a restaurant
-Ask directions
-Communicate efficiently while traveling
-Greet strangers properly

This edition also includes access to online audio, with pronunciation guides and vocabulary lists. Supplemented by both English-to-German and German-to-English dictionaries, this valuable language reference is the perfect way to learn--or relearn--the language.

Learning German may seem like a difficult task. Especially when it comes to the nature of the German language. The good news is that's just a false presumption. Every language can be learned if you know the right technique and the right information.

It is proven that the easiest way to learn a language is to hear it in action. Hearing a natural german conversation is the best thing you can do, it's like listening to a story. Natural is the keyword in that sentence. A natural approach to learning the language is the fastest and simplest approach to do it.

Why do you think you hear people learning a language extremely fast when they move to another country? Because they hear it naturally, every day.

Learn German with stories .

Maybe the easiest language learning system ever created. How does that sound to you?

People listen to other people's stories.

The human mind is programmed to like stories because that's what our life is. A story. And because of this very reason, I've crafted stories that will easily cut you months of struggling to learn German. There will no longer be a struggle.

Moving to Germany just to learn German is not a solution .

That's why my book brings Germany to you. It brings stories to you. Learning German with my stories will grab your mind into believing that you will actually live into German conversations. When you're reading a story, you feel like you're there. The same concept applies to learning German with stories.

About my learning German with stories book

• It contains 150 short stories about everyday situations

• Every story is followed by questions and key vocabulary

• The more you read, the easier your brain will automatically get used to the German language ( isn't that easily beautiful? )

• It includes more than 900 digital flashcards for those not able to understand the book completely from the beginning

• It uses psychologically inserted KEY PATTERNS to make your brain automatically easily learn sentences and words (this is key)

• The book uses a read-word-repeat writing system along the stories for natural, fluid learning ( heavy repetition = higher retention rate )

The Benefits of using my book:

• Easily learn German with stories

• Feel at ease when reading & learning with the flow of the stories

• No struggle forcing to learn words/phrases

• Learn at your own pace

• Feel confident in your German language skills after a few weeks ONLY

• Once you learn, you NEVER forget

Learn German with my stories ( the easy way )

Build your mastery of German grammar with the most focused review and practice workbook for beginning to intermediate learners--now with extensive audio support!

Understanding the rules of grammar is the first step in learning a language, but gaining true mastery requires reinforcing your knowledge with extensive practice. In German Grammar Drills, you'll get all the practice you need to build confidence in your German language skills.

Each chapter in German Grammar Drills starts with a review of the concepts at hand, with helpful examples and an extensive progression of rigorous drill exercises. The book includes a final review section, with 45 interactive exercises available in the McGraw Hill Language Lab app. The on-the-go study aid is newly enhanced in this edition with audio recordings of the answers, helping you improve your skills in both listening and speaking the German language.

Features:

• NEW: Audio recordings of the answer key to more than 50 exercises, available through the McGraw Hill Language Lab app
• No other book on the market focuses so exclusively on practice
• Accessible style and format: Simple grammar reviews with clear examples are followed by an engaging variety of exercises
• Includes 45 interactive exercises (via app and online) allowing you to assess what you've learned
• Topics include determining the gender of words, accusative-dative prepositions, der words and ein words, relative pronouns, infinitive clauses, comparatives and superlatives, word order, and more

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 German easy and enjoyable.

Lonely Planet's German Phrasebook and Dictionary is your handy passport to culturally enriching travels with the most relevant and useful German phrases and vocabulary for all your travel needs. Order a beer at Oktoberfest, buy a ticket to the opera or chat with locals; all with your trusted travel companion.

Get More From Your Trip with Easy-to-Find Phrases for Every Travel Situation!

Feel at ease with essential tips on culture, manners, idioms and multiple meanings

Order with confidence, explain food allergies, and try new foods with the menu decoder

Save time and hassles with vital phrases at your fingertips

Never get stuck for words with the 3500-word two-way, quick-reference dictionary

Be prepared for both common and emergency travel situations with practical phrases and terminology

Meet friends with conversation starter phrases

Get your message across with easy-to-use pronunciation guides

Inside Lonely Planet's German Phrasebook and Dictionary:

Full-colour throughout

User-friendly layout organised by travel scenario categories

Survival phrases inside front cover for at-a-glance, on-the-fly cues

Convenient features

5 Phrases to Learn Before You Go

10 Ways to Start a Sentence

10 Phrases to Sound like a Local

Listen For - phrases you may hear

Look For - phrases you may see on signs

Shortcuts - easy-to-remember alternatives to the full phrases

QandA - suggested answers to questions asked

Covers

Basics - time, dates, numbers, amounts, pronunciation, reading tips, grammar rules

Practical - travel with kids, disabled travellers, sightseeing, business, banking, post office, internet, phones, repairs, bargaining, accommodation, directions, border crossing, transport

Social - meeting people, interests, feelings, opinions, going out, romance, culture, activities, weather

Safe Travel - emergencies, police, doctor, chemist, dentist, symptoms, conditions

Food - ordering, at the market, at the bar, dishes, ingredients

The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet's German Phrasebook and Dictionary, a pocket-sized comprehensive language guide, provides on-the-go language assistance; great for language students and travellers looking to interact with locals and immerse themselves in local culture.

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Are you looking to read, speak and write German like a native?

Your journey begins here.

Right now as a German student, you may be thinking: Nur Bahnhof verstehen... A famous German expression that translates to I only understand train station. And we get it, German is a challenge to learn. But with over 81 million speakers in Germany and 95 million around the world, it's a language that will expand your circles and take your professional career to the next level (especially since German salaries are among the highest in Europe)!

However, how do you pull it off? How in the world do you conquer the challenge of mastering German sentence structure and pronunciation? Well, sometimes all you need is the right resource; the ideal learning material that will guide you from German hopeful to a complete Deutscher Sachverständiger (German expert)!

What we're talking about is German Made Easy Level 1 - An Easy Step-By-Step Approach To Learn German for Beginners (Textbook + Workbook Included)!

In this first level of this workbook series, we include:

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- Incredible, rich lessons on the German culture and their sayings - we've included this to make sure you're much closer to becoming an honorary German by the time you're done!

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Start your journey to mastering German with the first level of our German Made Easy workbook series - you'll be talking and writing like a native in no time!

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It's easy to speak and understand German with the Dummies language method

German For Dummies is a clear and easy introduction to German that speeds up the process of speaking the language. The trusted Dummies language learning method is quick and practical, so you'll know what to say and do when traveling to a German-speaking country or interacting with German speakers in your community. You'll learn the basics of German grammar and pronunciation, and then you'll explore common phrases you'll need in everyday situations. Get ready to study, work, or travel abroad--integrate German into your everyday life. This essential resource helps you make small talk, understand common expressions, navigate business settings, ask for directions, go to the doctor, and beyond

• Learn how German works--grammar, pronunciation, and important constructions
• Build your vocabulary with an updated mini-dictionary and learn common expressions you'll hear while abroad
• Brush up your conversation skills with authentic dialogues, plus follow along with online audio
• Get practice reading, writing, and speaking German, so you're ready to communicate effectively

With German For Dummies, students, travelers, and business professionals can gain the confidence to converse in German.

All the practice and instruction you need to communicate effectively in German--now with new audio recordings

For beginning to intermediate German language learners, getting a handle on German grammar is the key to communicating correctly and effectively. In Practice Makes Perfect: Complete German Grammar, you'll find everything you need, all in one place--instruction, clear explanations, and extensive exercises--to build your knowledge and communicate more effectively in German.

Based on the successful approach of the Practice Makes Perfect series, Practice Makes Perfect: Complete German Grammar, Premium Third Edition covers all aspects of German grammar you need to know, from present tense regular verbs to adverb and adjective use. Crystal-clear explanations, realistic examples and extensive array of engaging exercises helps you focus your efforts on the practical aspects of communicating in German. With an additional boost from both the practical and high-frequency vocabulary used throughout the book and an answer key that provides great reference and quick feedback, Practice Makes Perfect: Complete German Grammar is the best, most indispensable resource for upgrading your command of the German language.

• Proven approach to learning helps you get a handle on German grammar right away, and build on your learnings as you go
• Every grammatical point is illustrated with example sentences to illustrate and clarify
• A full chapter of exercises reviews the contents of the entire book
• NEW: Enhanced with new audio recordings, via app, of example sentences and answers to numerous exercises

Learn beginner German grammar painlessly with step-by-step lessons that focus on the essentials and help you build a learning habit.

Inside German Grammar for Beginners you'll find:

• 30 beginner-level German grammar lessons: This reference and practice book covers everything you need to know about beginner German grammar.

• Straight-to-the point explanations: No extra fluff and frills, the lessons are straightforward and focus more on the rules rather than the exceptions.

• Short daily lessons designed to help you create a learning habit: Spend just 30 minutes every day for 30 days to form an effective learning habit.

• Clear and concise grammar discussions written in a conversational tone: Difficult grammar concepts are broken down and simplified with brief yet engaging explanations.

• An embedded workbook with 300+ grammar exercises: Challenge yourself and reinforce your comprehension by doing the exercises after each lesson.

• Audio for pronunciation and listening practice: Improve your listening and pronunciation skills in German by listening to the audio narrated by a native German speaker.

If you're tired of your usual boring German textbook, grab your copy of this book and start learning German grammar the un-boring way today!

Choose Barron's for language learning-a trusted resource for over 50 years!
This edition of 501 German Verbs provides language learners with fingertip access to a carefully curated selection of the 501 most common German verbs-in all tenses and moods! Each verb is listed alphabetically in chart form-one verb per page along with its English translation. Follow the clear, concise instruction, then take your language fluency to the next level with an online activity center.

This comprehensive guide also includes:

• Updated example sentences for every verb accompanied by the English translation
• The popular 55 Essential Verbs feature, with an in-depth look at usage and formation for the trickiest German verbs
• Hundreds of verb practice drills with detailed answer explanations
• Numerous reference sections, including an explanation of German pronunciation, special verb uses, frequently used expressions, and much more

Online content includes:

• Audio program modeling native speaker rhythms and pronunciation
• Four practice quizzes to help you practice German sentence completion, conversational dialogue, and word completion exercises
• Answer explanations for all questions plus a timed test option and scoring

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Get ready - it's time to start learning!

You will be amazed at what you can pick up-it's so much more than just a few words here or there. Take your German to the next level and boost your vocabulary, reading comprehension and grammar sense with episode 1 of our short story series for beginners!

Newly arrived in Berlin, a young man from Sicily is thrown headlong into an unfamiliar urban lifestyle of unkempt bachelor pads, evanescent romances and cosmopolitan encounters of the strangest kind. How does he manage the new language? Will he find work?

Experience daily life in the German capital through the eyes of a newcomer, learn about the city and its people, and improve your German effortlessly and instantly.

It's all about immersion! The ultimate goal of any good learner.
Just got started learning the language of poets and thinkers? Memorized a few words but struggle with longer texts? This book is designed to help beginners make the leap from studying isolated words and phrases to reading (and enjoying!) German fiction.

Using simplified sentence structures and a very basic vocabulary you can build upon, this German reader of 10 short stories for beginners is carefully crafted to allow even novice learners to fully immerse themselves in an authentic German learning experience.Each chapter comes with a complete German-English dictionary with special emphasis on collocative phrases (high frequency word combinations), short sentences and expressions designed for improved memorization.

By working with these building blocks instead of just single words, learners can boost their active usage of new material instantly and make the language learning process more fluid and fun.

What You'll Find In This Book

• 10 quirky chapters set in bustling Berlin
• a relatable protagonist and other fun characters
• tons of phrases and expressions you will actually use in daily life
• a detailed German-English dictionary after every chapter
• fun short quizzes to check your text-comprehension (including answers)
• bonus materials including video, flashcards and further exercises
• the beginning of a grand German learning adventure ...

Read, Learn & Collect Them All
Yes! That's right. This is only the first episode of a whole series of exciting German short stories for beginners. Follow our protagonist to Frankfurt, Cologne, Munich, Zurich, Vienna and many other cities! Before you know it, you'll have travelled half of Europe and picked up more German than years' worth of expensive courses.

Learning German has never been more fun.

What You WON'T Find In This Book

• archaic German words and phrases nobody uses in real life
• dull characters designed by academics and committees
• generic sentences that don't go nowhere
• condescending storytelling that insults your intelligence
• a teaching approach which takes itself too seriously

Welcome to episode 1 of Dino lernt Deutsch: Café in Berlin - the perfect way to step up your vocabulary, boost your grammar sense and have a ball reading in German!

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Get the skills you need to begin communicating in German quickly and easily


Communicating in a new language can be intimidating. This accessible guide will give you the tools and confidence to understand and converse in German with confidence. Based on the idea that the quickest route to learning a language is through a solid foundation in the basics, Easy German Step-by-Step presents a successful building block approach to mastering German, with important concepts linked together by clear explanations, appropriate exercises, and helpful answers.


The first steps introduce you to the everyday expressions of the language, allowing you to communicate in a variety of everyday situations almost immediately. Gradually, a series of interconnected steps takes you from simple to more challenging concepts at your own pace. After working through these exercises, you'll have a better grasp of the language and the skills to handle German with confidence. New for this second edition, the McGraw-Hill Language Lab app streams accompanying audio recordings to help you improve your German pronunciation and fluency.


Easy German Step-by-Step, Second Edition features:


- Easy-to-grasp descriptions of essential rules and concepts
- Key verbs and hundreds of key terms introduced on the basis of frequency
- Numerous exercises that give you valuable practice
- Audio recordings of exercise answers throughout the book, streamed via the McGraw-Hill Language Lab app (web and mobile)

Learn to speak, read, write and understand German!

Love, Travel, Study, Work, Friendship--whatever your reason for wanting to learn, Beginners' German will help you to:

• Communicate naturally in everyday situations.
• Build your confidence with easy-to-follow explanations and plenty of practice activities.
• Understand and pronounce German easily with online audio.
• Remember what you learn with our effective Discovery Method.
• Focus your learning and track your progress with practical tools and planners.

Access the audio for this course for free by downloading it to the Teach Yourself Library app or streaming it on library.teachyourself.com. 

Is this course for me?
Beginners' German is for absolute beginners and those who've had some previous experience with the language and want to refresh their knowledge. Clear and simple explanations make the course appropriate and accessible to anyone learning German. There are extensive illustrations and tools to help you plan your studies and track your progress, all designed to support learning on your own. This course is also ideal to use with one-to-one tutoring and as a classroom course, and it's the perfect resource to pair with a language-learning app.

Where do I go next?
Continue learning with Teach Yourself Complete German and Enjoy German.  
Have some fun with our Short Stories in German for Beginners by Olly Richards' or 50 German Coffee Breaks.

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Although you can get by in Germany without speaking the language, knowing just a few essential phrases can help you make friends, enjoy service with a smile, and discover richer, more rewarding travel experiences. Fast Talk German is the concise language guide that is guaranteed to get you talking with confidence.

Order schnitzel at a restaurant, buy tickets for the opera or chat with locals over a beer.

Essential phrases to meet all your travel needs

How to get local recommendations

Easy-to-use pronunciation guides

Expert tips to boost your confidence

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

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 German for Intermediate Learners has been written especially for students from a low-intermediate to intermediate level, designed to give a sense of achievement, and most importantly - enjoyment! Mapped to B1-B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) for languages, 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, to help you progress confidently
- Realistic 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
- Beautiful illustrations accompanying each story, to set the scene and support your understanding
- 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!'

With intriguing plots that will spark your imagination and keep you reading, Short Stories in German for Intermediate Learners will take your grasp of German to the next level with key features to support and consolidate your progress, including:

- A glossary for bold-face 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 enjoyingreading, 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 German for Intermediate Learners uses reading as the perfect tool to not only delight in learning German, but to accelerate your journey towards fluency.

These stories are appropriate for intermediate low-mid ACTFL levels

Use the codes inside the book and ebook to access a bonus story for free and the discounted audiobook on our Language Readers Library site or on the Language Readers app.

Do you want to develop a solid understanding of German and communicate confidently with others?
Through authentic conversations, vocabulary building, grammar explanations and extensive practice and review, Complete German will equip you with the skills you need to use German in a variety of settings and situations, developing your cultural awareness along the way.

What will I achieve by the end of the course?
By the end of Complete German you will have a solid intermediate-level grounding in the four key skills - reading, writing, speaking and listening - and be able to communicate with confidence and accuracy.

Is this course for me?
If you want to move confidently from beginner to intermediate level, this is the course for you. It's perfect for the self-study learner, with a one-to-one tutor, or for the beginner classroom. It can also be used as a refresher course.

What do I get?
-23 learning units plus verbs reference and word glossary and revision section
-Discovery Method - figure out rules and patterns to make the language stick
-Teaches the key skills - reading, writing, listening, and speaking
-Learn to learn - tips and skills on how to be a better language learner
-Culture notes - learn about the people and places of Germany
-Outcomes-based learning - focus your studies with clear aims
-Authentic listening activities - everyday conversations give you a flavour of real spoken German
-Test Yourself - see and track your own progress

*Complete German maps from Novice Low to Advanced Low level proficiency of ACTFL (American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages) and from A1 Beginner to B1/B2 Upper Intermediate level of the CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages) guidelines.

This pack includes a full-colour book and one MP3 CD of audio material. This title can also be used in conjunction with the German Teach Yourself Languages Online course (www.teachyourselflanguages.com). The audio for this course can be downloaded from the Teach Yourself Library app or streamed at library.teachyourself.com.

What else can I use to learn German?
If you require an absolute Beginner course, you can try our Get Started in German Absolute Beginner course: 9781444174625
If you want to take your German further, you should try our Perfect Your German: 9780071784672

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Teach yourself German in just 12 weeks with this fun-filled language course.

DK's 15 Minute Language is the perfect course for busy people who want to learn German fast. The 12 themed chapters are broken down into easy-to-follow 15-minute daily lessons, spanning a range of practical themes, including: leisure, business, food and drink, travel, and shopping.

Each lesson combines vocabulary and grammar essentials with attractive full-colour images, making it quick, easy, and fun to learn new German. There is no writing or homework - you simply use the cover flaps to hide the answers to exercises and test yourself as you learn. Each chapter ends with a review module, so you can track your progress and identify areas where you need further practice.

Fancy becoming a pro at the language? Then get stuck in to discover:

- Annotated photographic scenes and word lists make it easy to learn and remember new vocabulary.
- 12 fun chapters, each designed to take a week to master, providing an easy-to-follow structure for new learners.
- Easy-to-use pronunciation guide for every word, plus a dictionary and menu guide at the back of the book.
- Regular review modules to help you track progress and assess how well you have learned the vocabulary in each chapter.

The course includes a free audio app that enables you to hear German words and phrases spoken by native speakers. Use the app alongside the book's easy-to-use pronunciation guides to perfect your pronunciation and practise German conversation in real-life situations. Whether you're a complete beginner or just in need of a refresher course, there's no easier way to learn German than with 15 Minute German.

At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why stop there?

Learn more languages with DK's 15 minute guides to French, Spanish, Mandarin, Arabic and more!

Real German people don't speak like your textbook... so it's no wonder you feel unprepared when it's your turn to speak!

Try the StoryLearning method, and dive into a real-world, gripping drama between six characters that helps you learn authentic spoken German in the process. Created by Olly Richards, internationally-renowned language teacher and author, this proven method of the immersive experience not only entertains, it gives you the skills to master realistic encounters in shops, cafes, and other, everyday scenarios!

In this story, two friends, Silke and Julia, arrive in Berlin for what they think will be a relaxing vacation exploring the city. Things, however, take an unexpected turn when they discover some very valuable paintings in one of Berlin' antique markets . . .

Whether you're learning the German, of Germany, Austria, Switzerland or even your local German-speaking community, you'll learn to speak naturally wherever you go. Best of all, you'll be able to handle new scenarios with both ease and confidence!

Here's what you'll get:

1. 101 German conversations with over 15,000 words of dialogue - an unparalleled resource that will immerse you in German at a level you can easily understand and reproduce;
2. Expressions that real people use on the street. You'll sound more authentic when you speak and make German-speaking friends more easily;
3. Situational German dialogues that help you thrive in typical daily circumstances, so meeting people and making everyday arrangements will become second nature;
4. Conversations that are carefully written to be accessible for beginners (A2-B1 on the CEFR), so you can speak confidently, even with strangers;
5. Each conversation is limited to around 15 lines of dialogue (150 words) to help you master the expressions more quickly, and keep you moving toward the finish line;
6. Word lists with English definitions in every chapter, so you can skip the dictionary and focus on reading and enjoying the stories (available on eBook & paperback only).

Unlock the simple genius of 101 Conversations in Simple German that makes learning German a breeze. You'll improve your spoken German, impress native speakers, and catapult your fluency to new heights!

Are you tired of boring German textbooks?
The kind of Hello, my name is ... We are. Definitely. We know that learning German is hard work, but why shouldn't hard work be fun? That's why we created Jens and Jakob: a textbook based on a coherent story instead of dull dialogues, which starts very simply, but develops into a fascinating novel. Can't stop reading? Well then - you will have to learn German

Relevant vocabulary
We have carefully selected the most frequently used words in the German language and made sure that the story is primarily made up of them. Separate texts and exercises focus on conversational topics that will prepare you for living in German speaking countries.

Visualized, simple explanations
Grammar is a headache? Not with Jens & Jakob. Uncover the structure of the German language with pictures, casual yet comprehensive explanations, and a lot of easy to remember examples.

Practice online as much as you wish.
Repetition is the key to learning a language. At www.skapago.eu/jensjakob you will find a great number of exercises, a vocabulary trainer, videos about pronunciation, and a whole lot more.

Get help from live teachers.
Our German teachers have co-created this book. They know all the obstacles you might incur and can help you with individual training. Since we teach through online video conferences, you can take lessons wherever you are on this planet. Schedule a free demo lesson at www.skapago.eu.

This is the story:
Jens and Jakob are two sparrows from Berlin. The day the Berlin Wall falls, Jens drops out of his nest, but a girl finds him, takes him home and raises him on the balcony. He befriends Jakob, a wild sparrow, who teaches him how to fly.
One day an unexpected visitor arrives, and Jens slowly begins to understand that for his human family, the removal of the Wall is not only sunshine and roses: there is a secret in the family that might be uncovered now that the border is open. For decades to come, the family will struggle with the consequences of the former separation of Berlin. How will they cope with them?
Jens and Jakob is a family saga, a fable, a historical novel ... oh, and a German textbook.

All the skill-building German language practice you need--with six books in one value-packed volume--plus support from the McGraw Hill Language Lab app

The most effective way to learn any new language is to practice, practice, and practice, and no other workbooks put as much emphasis on this as the Practice Makes Perfect series. In Practice Makes Perfect: Complete German All-in-One, you get six skill-building titles to help you build a solid foundation of verbs, vocabulary, grammar and conversational skills--all in one value-packed workbook.

This easy-to-use, one-stop resource includes thorough explanations that are reinforced by hundreds of hands-on practice exercises to help you build the skills needed to break through the barrier to competency and fluency in German. Enhanced with a comprehensive index that makes it easy to reference all grammar explanations throughout the book, it's an ideal resource for both advanced beginning and intermediate level learning. This Premium Second Edition also includes extensive support through McGraw Hill's unique Language Learning app, featuring comprehensive flashcards (now with Text-to-Speech) for all vocabulary lists throughout the book, as well as audio recordings for conversations.

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