French Short Stories For Beginners

Author : Olly Richards,Richard Simcott
Publisher : Teach Yourself
Page : 272 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2018-10-04
Category : Foreign Language Study
ISBN : 9781473683440

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Short Stories in French for Beginners by Olly Richards,Richard Simcott Pdf

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 French 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 · 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 or frustrated. From science fiction to fantasy, to crime and thrillers, Short Stories in French for Beginners will make learning French easy and enjoyable.

Author : Lingo Mastery
Publisher : Independently Published
Page : 194 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2019-05
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1096495228

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French Short Stories for Beginners by Lingo Mastery Pdf

Finding material for your French immersion can be a nightmare, but not anymore! French students regularly have to go through the toughest experiences to find proper reading material that isn't too tough for them - as teachers; we know this. This is why we've created French Short Stories for Beginners to ensure that young and old students at the Beginner level can have yet another chance to immerse themselves into fun and interactive stories designer for you, the student. Twenty easy-to-read, entertaining and interesting stories await inside, along with the best tools to help you practice once you're done reading each tale. Our book will ensure you not only can read something that will expand your knowledge on French but that you will understand and be able to pick it apart piece by piece in your quest for learning. How French Short Stories for Beginners works: Each story is designed to keep you engaged an interested as well as using vocabulary that you will actually use. The summaries follow a synopsis in French and in English of what you just read, both to review the lesson and for you to see if you understood what the tale was about. At the end of those summaries, you'll be provided with a list of the most relevant vocabulary involved in the lesson, as well as slang and sayings that you may not have understood at first glance! Finally, you'll be provided with a set of tricky questions in French, providing you with the chance to prove that you learned something in the story. Don't worry if you don't know the answer to any - we will provide them immediately after, but no cheating! Do you think you can handle it? If the answer is yes, then you're definitely on your way to becoming a French speaker, and we'll certainly make that dream come true! We recommend this book for French learners at A2 level and above as it is designed for students with a basic understanding of French. So look no further! Pick up your copy of French Short Stories for Beginners Vol.2 and start learning French right now!

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Sterling Publishers Pvt. Ltd
Page : 28 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 1865
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 8120748654

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Little Red Riding Hood by Anonim Pdf

Author : Frédéric BIBARD
Publisher : Talk in French
Page : 115 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2018-01-01
Category : Foreign Language Study
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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30 French Short Stories for Complete Beginners by Frédéric BIBARD Pdf

This collection of 30 very short stories is a fun and painless way to learn high-frequency French vocabulary and give you a good grasp of French grammar structures naturally. At only 300 words in length per story, it is specially created for complete beginners with little to no previous experience in learning French. Learn New Vocabulary Naturally Grow your vocabulary naturally with natural dialogues and frequently used French words and expressions. After each story, you will find a list of words used in the story, together with their English translations. This means you no longer have to reach for a dictionary each time you encounter words you don’t understand! Easily Grasp French Grammar Structures The stories are written with a good mix of descriptive sentences and simple, casual dialogue. This way, you’ll be able to naturally pick up French grammar structures as you read the stories! Improve Your Reading and Listening Comprehension At only 300 words per story, readers will be able to quickly grasp the simple yet interesting plot. The stories also come with free audio, narrated by a native French speaker, so you can follow along to both the written and the spoken story. Perfect for Complete Beginners As a newbie to learning French, it can be quite difficult to find appropriate reading materials at your level. But this collection of stories is created with you in mind. The themes are about day-to-day interaction and everyday living – perfect for complete beginners. You will also find that the words in the stories can easily be used in everyday conversations, while the grammar structures are simple and easy to grasp. Technical Details: - 30 short stories at 300 words per story - 60 mins of audio Grab your copy today!

Author : Christian Stahl
Publisher : Midealuck Publishing
Page : 137 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2018-06-20
Category : Foreign Language Study
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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100 French Short Stories for Beginners by Christian Stahl Pdf

Brush up your French, grow your vocabulary and ignite your imagination with these 100 entertaining and culturally relevant French short stories! Learning French without a proper French language learning workbook is no easy task. Probably the best way to learn French is to immerse yourself in it by reading French textbooks for adults. Have you tried reading French fiction for beginners? Reading French stories for beginners can be very entertaining and rewarding, and culturally relevant and humorous stories that are written for language learners are one of the best French language learning tools you can get! This book contains 100 entertaining and culturally interesting French short stories for beginners and intermediate learning levels. All French short stories are unique and hopefully entertaining in content, and new vocabulary is gradually added at a manageable pace so you won't get overwhelmed. Towards the end of this French book you find the stories slightly more complex, but still comprehensible for advanced beginners and intermediate level learners. (Learn French - Level 3: Lower Beginner to Lower Intermediate) This French language learning book offers you a wide range of cultural Insights you can use when you travel to France or study there, and frankly, this book is not only for French language learners but also for anyone interested in French culture in general. Furthermore, this French conversation set book provides essential words and expressions which will enable you to get along in a French-speaking environment. Included is a free French audio book in one MP3 file which contains the more extensive stories. The most effective way to learn French is reading and listening to entertaining and humorous French stories. Learning French doesn't have to be boring and agonizing and you can have so much fun doing it, so get your copy now!

Author : Language Guru
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2016-06-04
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1533608318

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French Short Stories by Language Guru Pdf

There are various methods that can be used to learn French and finding the one that works for you will make the process more fun and fulfilling. This book offers a unique way to learn and practice French. It features stories from a popular fable to a literary work of art to build your knowledge and sustain your interest at the same time. It starts you off with a simple story you are familiar with and then offers a more challenging prose as you learn more. Although you are encouraged to use it regularly, you have the freedom to learn at your own pace without the added pressure of time constraints which makes the book ideal for adult learners.

Author : Frédéric Bibard
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2017-05-08
Category : French language
ISBN : 1546566007

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French Short Stories for Beginners + AUDIO by Frédéric Bibard Pdf

Improve your French reading, pronunciation and listening skills. Make learning new vocabulary so much easier with 15 fun and engaging French stories. Download the French audio for FREE! (link available in the book)! Reading and listening to short stories is an effective and enjoyable method to learning French. For those of you who can't just slip away from life, travel to France and immerse yourself in the language in order to learn it, this is your solution! Reading and listening to native-spoken French stories is the next best thing. You have at your fingertips the written word AND an accompanying audio recording that allows you to: Gain a greater vocabulary that you can use immediately, every day. You will add 1,500+ French words and expressions to your repertoire through the encounter of descriptive sentences and casual conversations woven throughout the stories. Sharpen your comprehension of the spoken word by listening to a native French speaker. Learn how to pronounce French words properly by comparing the written word to the audio recording. Familiarize yourself with a wide range of grammar structures and put them to use today. Avoid the monotonous task of memorizing grammar rules. How this book will improve your French language skills: Each story is recorded in two different ways: A slow version helps beginners improve their pronunciation, and a normal, natural speed for intermediate and advanced learners trains your ears to understand what is being said. As a free bonus: You can download 4 hours of MP3 audio recording! There is no need for a dictionary. Each story is broken down with a French and English glossary that introduces you to the words and phrases you might not understand. This comes in handy because there is no need for the irritating process of flipping pages, continually searching for definitions or translations. A vocabulary recap at the end of each chapter allows you to review what you have read and listened to so you don't forget the essential words and expressions taught throughout the lesson. All stories are written using vocabulary that you could easily use in your day-to-day conversations. With this book and accompanying audio you can start improving your French today!

Author : Olly Richards
Publisher : Teach Yourself
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2021-04-13
Category : FOREIGN LANGUAGE STUDY
ISBN : 1529361508

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Short Stories in French for Intermediate Learners by Olly Richards Pdf

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

Author : Touri Language Learning
Publisher : Touri Language Learning
Page : 166 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2019-06-05
Category : Foreign Language Study
ISBN : 9781726881791

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French Short Stories for Beginners by Touri Language Learning Pdf

What is the most challenging thing about learning French? It is finding helpful and engaging reading material that you can actually understand…. That is exactly what inspired us to write this book. How is a student supposed to learn when language instructors love providing materials that are tough expert-level literature with tons of grammar and rules? That style of book for new language learners can be overwhelming, and lead you to flip back and forth between a dictionary and your book… constantly! Not an effective use of your time nor the best way to learn. Is this how children learn their language skills? No. Enter French Stories for Beginners Vol. 1: You will find 10 easy-to-read, engaging, and fun stories that will help you to expand your vocabulary and give you the tools to improve your grasp of the French language. Improve your comprehension, grow your vocabulary and spark your imagination with these ten unconventional French short stories! All stories are written using vocabulary that you could easily use in your day-to-day conversations. The stories are written with beginner French learners in mind. With that said, it is highly recommended to have a basic understanding of French to achieve maximum enjoyment and effectiveness of the lessons. This program is excellent for those who want to get an introduction to the language or brush up on their French language skills. How to Read French Short Stories for Beginners: -Each story contains an important lesson in the French language (Verbs, Adjectives, Past Tense, Giving Directions, and more), involving an interesting and entertaining story with realistic dialogues and day-to-day situations. -A summary in French and in English of what you just read, both to review the lesson and for you to gauge your comprehension of what the tale was about. -At the end of those summaries, you'll be provided with a list of vocabulary found in the lesson, as well as phrases that you may not have understood the first time! -Finally, you'll be given clever questions in French, so you can prove that you learned something in the stories. Even if you have tried multiple times to learn French these short stories will give you the jumpstart you need to finally grasp the language! Act now and grab your copy of French Short Stories and start learning the fun way!

Author : Richard Coward
Publisher : Penguin UK
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 1999-09-30
Category : Literary Collections
ISBN : 9780141916378

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Short Stories in French by Richard Coward Pdf

This is an all new version of the popular PARALLEL TEXT series, containing eight pieces of contemporary fiction in the original French and in English translation. Including stories by Bolanger, Cotnoir, Le Clezio and Germain, this volume gives afascinating insight into French culture and literature as well as providing an invaluable educational tool.

Author : Touri Language Learning
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 278 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2020-06-30
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1953149138

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French Short Stories for Beginners by Touri Language Learning Pdf

Author : Elizabeth Fallaize
Publisher : OUP Oxford
Page : 376 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2010-03-18
Category : Literary Collections
ISBN : 9780191614927

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The Oxford Book of French Short Stories by Elizabeth Fallaize Pdf

This collection of French short stories in translation expands our idea of French writing by including new stories by women writers and by authors of Francophone origin. Spanning the centuries from the late eighteenth to the late twentieth, the collection opens with a rumbustious tale from the Marquis de Sade, takes in the masters of the nineteenth century, from Stendhal and Balzac to Maupassant, and reaches to Quebec, Africa, and the French Caribbean in the twentieth century. Women writers include relatively well known figures such as Renee Vivien, Colette, and Beauvoir, and newer writers such as Assia Djebar, Christiane Baroche, and Annie Saumont. The French short story is a rich and diverse medium, but all the stories selected share a common characteristic: they make exciting reading.

Author : Channel Reader LLC
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Page : 94 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2017-07-02
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1548844233

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Italian a Short Story for Beginners by Channel Reader LLC Pdf

Learn Italian through the power of story. A simple Italian story for beginners! Enjoy the process of learning, don't beat yourself up. You don't need to read boring text books anymore. Italian A Short Story for Beginners is a story written just for you. The captivating nature of story makes learning fun and easy because your attention is focused and the context will help you determine what is being said. This book is loaded with simple sentences, practical scenarios, and common phrases any student of a second language would not only want to know, but NEED to know. Alternating vs Solid Text Alternating Text Alternating Text, Parallel text or interlinear text is when your target language, in this case Italian, is presented with the translation directly to the side or bellow respectively. A text may be presented with the literal translation of every word, or a sentence/paragraph translated into a more colloquial or natural way of expressing an idea. We find this second way to be of more value as it emphasizes patterns which are critical to learning any language and as you will see, most languages have unique idioms. An idiom is a phrase or pattern that expresses something other than its literal meaning like "what's up?" You're asking how someone is doing, not what's above them in the sky. Alternating text has many advantages over a traditional text body. Mainly you are able to very quickly glance down to see the translation of the idea your reading in Italian. No time is wasted flipping through glossaries and you don't risk losing your place in the book because the translated idea is presented right there on the same page within a glances reach. Solid Text A traditional text body or text written entirely in one language has advantages of its own. Mainly, you are forced to interpret new or unfamiliar words based upon the context and your own memory. Context is extremely important, not only in grasping the true meaning of what is being said, but developing your capability to infer what new words mean. This skill is of the upmost value. When you meet a Italian speaker for the first time, odds are they will say a thing or two that you don't know or can't understand. Your ability to infer the meaning of a given word can greatly improve the quality of such an experience. This will expedite the learning curve and boost confidence. It is inevitable that you will make mistakes, don't let that stop you from conquering a new language. Solid text also forces you to recall definitions, sentence patterns, and the meaning of various expressions. Without a quick translation available, you will be challenged and grow. Alternating + Traditional So, which style of text did we choose to include in this book? Well, each is so valuable that we couldn't pick one over the other. Thus, we included BOTH! We've presented the story first in its entirety with a Italian and English alternating text. Each paragraph is presented with its translation bellow. Second, we presented the entire story in Italian. So now you can use this awesome tool in a way that best suites you and your growing level of understanding. So, if you're interested in finally picking up Italian, you're just a click away. Order now.

Author : Frederic Bibard,Talk In French
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2022-12-07
Category : Foreign Language Study
ISBN : 9798888319949

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30 French Short Stories for Complete Beginners by Frederic Bibard,Talk In French Pdf

This collection of 30 very short stories is a fun and painless way to learn high-frequency French vocabulary and give you a good grasp of French grammar structures naturally. At only 300 words in length per story, it is specially created for complete beginners with little to no previous experience in learning French. Learn New Vocabulary Naturally Grow your vocabulary naturally with natural dialogues and frequently used French words and expressions. After each story, you will find a list of words used in the story, together with their English translations. This means you no longer have to reach for a dictionary each time you encounter words you don't understand! Easily Grasp French Grammar Structures The stories are written with a good mix of descriptive sentences and simple, casual dialogue. This way, you'll be able to naturally pick up French grammar structures as you read the stories! Improve Your Reading and Listening Comprehension At only 300 words per story, readers will be able to quickly grasp the simple yet interesting plot. The stories also come with free audio, narrated by a native French speaker, so you can follow along to both the written and the spoken story. Perfect for Complete Beginners As a newbie to learning French, it can be quite difficult to find appropriate reading materials at your level. But this collection of stories is created with you in mind. The themes are about day-to-day interaction and everyday living - perfect for complete beginners. You will also find that the words in the stories can easily be used in everyday conversations, while the grammar structures are simple and easy to grasp. Technical Details: 30 short stories at 300 words per story 60 minutes of audio 102 pages Grab your copy today!

Author : Charles Mendel
Publisher : Independently Published
Page : 82 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2018-08-29
Category : Foreign Language Study
ISBN : 1719948852

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French Short Stories for Beginners: 10 More Simple Stories in French by Charles Mendel Pdf

There are many ways to immerse yourself in French: taking French lessons, watching movies or TV series with French subtitles, taking online courses, join a French-speaking club, traveling in a French-speaking country, reading books