Author: Olly Richards
Publisher: Teach Yourself
ISBN: 1473683386
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 237
Book Description
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.
Short Stories in German for Beginners
Author: Olly Richards
Publisher: Teach Yourself
ISBN: 1473683386
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 237
Book Description
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.
Publisher: Teach Yourself
ISBN: 1473683386
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 237
Book Description
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.
German Short Stories for Beginners
Author: Touri Language Learning
Publisher: Touri Language Learning
ISBN: 1090967667
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 112
Book Description
What is the most challenging thing about learning German? It's finding helpful and engaging reading material that you can actually understand… That is precisely what motivated 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 German 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 German language. Improve your comprehension, grow your vocabulary and spark your imagination with these ten unconventional German 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 German learners in mind. With that said, it is highly recommended to have a basic understanding of German 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 German language skills. How to Read German Short Stories for Beginners: -Each story contains an important lesson in the German language involving an interesting and entertaining story with realistic dialogues and day-to-day situations. -A summary in German 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 comprehension questions in German, so you can prove that you learned something in the stories. Even if you have tried multiple times to learn German these short stories will give you the jumpstart you need to finally grasp the language! Act now and grab your copy of German Short Stories and start learning the fun way!
Publisher: Touri Language Learning
ISBN: 1090967667
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 112
Book Description
What is the most challenging thing about learning German? It's finding helpful and engaging reading material that you can actually understand… That is precisely what motivated 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 German 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 German language. Improve your comprehension, grow your vocabulary and spark your imagination with these ten unconventional German 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 German learners in mind. With that said, it is highly recommended to have a basic understanding of German 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 German language skills. How to Read German Short Stories for Beginners: -Each story contains an important lesson in the German language involving an interesting and entertaining story with realistic dialogues and day-to-day situations. -A summary in German 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 comprehension questions in German, so you can prove that you learned something in the stories. Even if you have tried multiple times to learn German these short stories will give you the jumpstart you need to finally grasp the language! Act now and grab your copy of German Short Stories and start learning the fun way!
Becoming Fluent in German
Author: Philipp Eich
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 158
Book Description
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 )
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 158
Book Description
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 )
Short Stories in Russian for Beginners
Author: Olly Richards
Publisher: Teach Yourself
ISBN: 1473683505
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 181
Book Description
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 Russian 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 Russian for Beginners will make learning Russian easy and enjoyable. Publisher's Note: The new edition of October 2018 has been comprehensively revised: it rectifies the translation errors identified by reviewers below in the previous edition and includes a completely new story.
Publisher: Teach Yourself
ISBN: 1473683505
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 181
Book Description
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 Russian 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 Russian for Beginners will make learning Russian easy and enjoyable. Publisher's Note: The new edition of October 2018 has been comprehensively revised: it rectifies the translation errors identified by reviewers below in the previous edition and includes a completely new story.
Little Red Riding Hood/Caperucita Roja
Author: Jacob Grimm
Publisher: Chronicle Books
ISBN: 9780811825610
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : es
Pages : 36
Book Description
A little girl meets a hungry wolf in the forest while on her way to visit her sick grandmother.
Publisher: Chronicle Books
ISBN: 9780811825610
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : es
Pages : 36
Book Description
A little girl meets a hungry wolf in the forest while on her way to visit her sick grandmother.
German Short Stories for Beginners + Audio Download
Author: My Daily German
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 144
Book Description
Improve your listening, reading and pronunciations skills in German Brush up on your German, improve your reading and listening skills, and make learning new vocabulary so much easier with German stories. How will this book improve your German language skills: Gain a greater vocabulary that you can use immediately, every day. You will add 1,500+ German words and expressions to your repertoire through the encounter of descriptive sentences and casual conversations woven throughout the stories. Sharpen your listening comprehension of the spoken word by listening to a native German speaker (with the free audio) Learn how to pronounce German words by comparing the written word to the audio recording. Familiarize yourself with a wide range of grammar structures and put them to use today. With this book you'll get: 30 easy German short stories 30 audio files from a native German speaker Their English translation after each paragraph If you want to improve your reading fluency as quickly and naturally as possible, then this book is ideal.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 144
Book Description
Improve your listening, reading and pronunciations skills in German Brush up on your German, improve your reading and listening skills, and make learning new vocabulary so much easier with German stories. How will this book improve your German language skills: Gain a greater vocabulary that you can use immediately, every day. You will add 1,500+ German words and expressions to your repertoire through the encounter of descriptive sentences and casual conversations woven throughout the stories. Sharpen your listening comprehension of the spoken word by listening to a native German speaker (with the free audio) Learn how to pronounce German words by comparing the written word to the audio recording. Familiarize yourself with a wide range of grammar structures and put them to use today. With this book you'll get: 30 easy German short stories 30 audio files from a native German speaker Their English translation after each paragraph If you want to improve your reading fluency as quickly and naturally as possible, then this book is ideal.
Short Stories in German
Author: Ernst Zillekens
Publisher: Penguin UK
ISBN: 014196653X
Category : Literary Collections
Languages : en
Pages : 181
Book Description
This new volume of eight short stories offers students of German at all levels the opportunity to enjoy a wide range of contemporary literature in the original, with the aid of parallel translations. The majority of these stories have been written in the past decade, and reflect a rich diversity of styles and themes. Complete with notes, the stories make excellent reading in either language.
Publisher: Penguin UK
ISBN: 014196653X
Category : Literary Collections
Languages : en
Pages : 181
Book Description
This new volume of eight short stories offers students of German at all levels the opportunity to enjoy a wide range of contemporary literature in the original, with the aid of parallel translations. The majority of these stories have been written in the past decade, and reflect a rich diversity of styles and themes. Complete with notes, the stories make excellent reading in either language.
German Language Learning
Author: Language Building Lab
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781801699716
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 678
Book Description
As society becomes more global, you should equip yourself with knowledge of foreign languages. What better language to start with than German? German has a reputation for being a difficult language to learn especially for English speakers. While there is some truth to that - its grammar rules are more complicated and it has sounds that don't exist in the English language - learning a new language will always be a challenge, no matter what it is, to foreign language learners. This book, German Language Learning includes Learn German for Beginners, German Phrase Book, German Short Stories for Beginners and offers an effective way to learn the basics of German. But first, let's be clear about what this book isn't. If you're looking for a book that offers a method for mastering a language in few simple steps, this isn't it. If you want a book that can make you fluent in German in no time, this also isn't it. In fact, if you found a book or any language learning resource promising those kinds of things, throw them away. Learning a new language takes time and dedication. Unless you're gifted, there's no shortcut. Mastering another language can be challenging but the reward is definitely worth it. Let German language learning be your guide in your German language learning journey. This book is everything you need as a beginner. So, what are you still waiting for? Start reading this book to fulfill your goals!Scroll to the top of the page and select the buy now button.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781801699716
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 678
Book Description
As society becomes more global, you should equip yourself with knowledge of foreign languages. What better language to start with than German? German has a reputation for being a difficult language to learn especially for English speakers. While there is some truth to that - its grammar rules are more complicated and it has sounds that don't exist in the English language - learning a new language will always be a challenge, no matter what it is, to foreign language learners. This book, German Language Learning includes Learn German for Beginners, German Phrase Book, German Short Stories for Beginners and offers an effective way to learn the basics of German. But first, let's be clear about what this book isn't. If you're looking for a book that offers a method for mastering a language in few simple steps, this isn't it. If you want a book that can make you fluent in German in no time, this also isn't it. In fact, if you found a book or any language learning resource promising those kinds of things, throw them away. Learning a new language takes time and dedication. Unless you're gifted, there's no shortcut. Mastering another language can be challenging but the reward is definitely worth it. Let German language learning be your guide in your German language learning journey. This book is everything you need as a beginner. So, what are you still waiting for? Start reading this book to fulfill your goals!Scroll to the top of the page and select the buy now button.
German Short Stories for Beginners and Intermediate Learners
Author: Language Guru
Publisher: Language Guru
ISBN: 9781950321216
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 84
Book Description
Do you know what's the biggest obstacle preventing many from learning German to fluency? It's a lack of vocabulary! Reading in German is perhaps the most effective way to build up your vocabulary in German. With our book German Short Stories for Beginners and Intermediate Learners, you can practice reading German while working on your German vocabulary and grammar skills. The stories contained within this book were written with both beginner and intermediate German learners in mind, so you will find plenty of new vocabulary and German grammar to learn without having to worry about the level of the reading being too difficult. Our German short stories only use the real German language used by native speakers every day so that you can learn German the natural way. Grab your copy now and get started today!
Publisher: Language Guru
ISBN: 9781950321216
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 84
Book Description
Do you know what's the biggest obstacle preventing many from learning German to fluency? It's a lack of vocabulary! Reading in German is perhaps the most effective way to build up your vocabulary in German. With our book German Short Stories for Beginners and Intermediate Learners, you can practice reading German while working on your German vocabulary and grammar skills. The stories contained within this book were written with both beginner and intermediate German learners in mind, so you will find plenty of new vocabulary and German grammar to learn without having to worry about the level of the reading being too difficult. Our German short stories only use the real German language used by native speakers every day so that you can learn German the natural way. Grab your copy now and get started today!
Intermediate German Short Stories
Author: Lingo Mastery
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781082069413
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 152
Book Description
Improve your German skills and grow your vocabulary with these 10 entertaining German short stories! The best part of learning a new language is experiencing the culture and diving into activities that will enrich your life and vocabulary. The best way to learn a new language is by reading, and in this German book you will find yourself turning page after page to get to the end of each captivating story that will engage your mind and help you improve your German. In this book you will find: 10 captivating short stories that develop in circumstances such as traveling, personal relationships, among other topics that you will find easy to relate to. The stories are broken down into manageable chapters, so you always make progress with the story. Carefully written stories with you as an intermediate level reader in mind, using straightforward grammar and commonly used words so you can enjoy reading while learning new grammatical structures without being overwhelmed. Plenty of natural dialogues in each story that you would actually use in an everyday conversation, which will drastically improve your speaking and comprehension ability at the same time! At the end of each chapter there will be a comprehensive guide specially designed for intermediate level readers, it will take you through a summary of each story followed by a vocabulary of some of the words from the story to make sure that you understand the story fully. Chapter by chapter you will find yourself effortlessly reading each story. Not struggling like in basic textbooks or boring reads. You will get involved by reading the dialogue of the characters by learning how to express yourself in different contexts and more importantly by learning new German words that will get you closer to your goal of becoming fully conversational! Enjoy the book!
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781082069413
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 152
Book Description
Improve your German skills and grow your vocabulary with these 10 entertaining German short stories! The best part of learning a new language is experiencing the culture and diving into activities that will enrich your life and vocabulary. The best way to learn a new language is by reading, and in this German book you will find yourself turning page after page to get to the end of each captivating story that will engage your mind and help you improve your German. In this book you will find: 10 captivating short stories that develop in circumstances such as traveling, personal relationships, among other topics that you will find easy to relate to. The stories are broken down into manageable chapters, so you always make progress with the story. Carefully written stories with you as an intermediate level reader in mind, using straightforward grammar and commonly used words so you can enjoy reading while learning new grammatical structures without being overwhelmed. Plenty of natural dialogues in each story that you would actually use in an everyday conversation, which will drastically improve your speaking and comprehension ability at the same time! At the end of each chapter there will be a comprehensive guide specially designed for intermediate level readers, it will take you through a summary of each story followed by a vocabulary of some of the words from the story to make sure that you understand the story fully. Chapter by chapter you will find yourself effortlessly reading each story. Not struggling like in basic textbooks or boring reads. You will get involved by reading the dialogue of the characters by learning how to express yourself in different contexts and more importantly by learning new German words that will get you closer to your goal of becoming fully conversational! Enjoy the book!