Short Stories in Italian for Beginners - Volume 2: Read for pleasure at your level, expand your vocabulary and learn Italian the fun way with Teach Yourself Graded Readers

Olly's top-notch language-learning insights are based on neuroscience and cognitive psychology, and his work is highly recommended. This second volume of the bestselling Teach Yourself Graded Readers series features 8 compelling new stories in a variety of genres, designed to give students a sense of achievement and progress while learning Italian. The stories are broken down into manageable chapters, with realistic amounts of new vocabulary introduced. The book includes accessible grammar, natural dialogues, and controlled language at your level. It also includes key features such as a glossary, bilingual word list, full plot summary, and comprehension questions. The stories are levelled from A2-B1 on the Common European Framework of Reference and from Novice High to Low-Mid Intermediate ACTFL Receptive Proficiency, and the code inside the book and ebook can be used to access a free bonus story and discounted audiobook edition on the Language Readers Library site or from the Readers app.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 224 pages
Publication date: 29 September 2022
Publisher: John Murray Press

Olly's exceptional language-learning insights align perfectly with the latest advancements in neuroscience and cognitive psychology, offering invaluable insights into effective learning strategies. His work is truly remarkable, and I am confident that you will also find it captivating. - Barbara Oakley, Ph.D., Author of the New York Times bestseller A Mind for Numbers

This second installment of the bestselling Teach Yourself Graded Readers series presents a collection of eight compelling new stories, spanning various genres such as science fiction, crime, history, and thriller. Designed to engage and entertain readers while fostering language learning, these stories will captivate your imagination while enhancing your Italian comprehension skills. Short Stories in Italian for Beginners, Volume 2 is meticulously crafted for students with a high-beginner to intermediate level of proficiency. The eight captivating tales are thoughtfully constructed to provide a sense of accomplishment and progress as you read. You will relish the experience of reading in Italian, expand your vocabulary naturally, and simultaneously improve your comprehension. Drawing upon extensive research into the optimal ways to enjoy and derive benefits from reading in a new language, this book eliminates the frustrations commonly encountered when attempting to read in Italian. The stories are skillfully divided into manageable chapters, allowing you to progress with the narrative and experience a sense of achievement. Realistic amounts of new vocabulary are introduced, ensuring that you are not overwhelmed by complex terms. Instead of pausing to look up every word, you will absorb new vocabulary seamlessly within the context of the stories, fostering a sense of accomplishment when you confidently understand a sentence.

This book encompasses a range of valuable features to support your language learning journey. It includes accessible grammar for high-beginner and low-intermediate level learners (CEFR A2-B2), facilitating a solid foundation in Italian grammar. Each story features natural dialogues, enabling you to acquire conversational Italian and enhance your speaking abilities. Additionally, controlled vocabulary ensures that you are exposed to words that are relevant and useful in everyday situations, enhancing your language proficiency.

In conclusion, Olly's top-notch language-learning insights and the captivating collection of stories in Short Stories in Italian for Beginners, Volume 2 are a testament to his expertise and dedication. Whether you are a language enthusiast or a student seeking to improve your Italian skills, this book is an invaluable resource that will enhance your learning experience and open doors to a world of linguistic possibilities. So, embark on this linguistic journey with confidence and enjoy the thrill of mastering Italian while having fun reading engaging stories.

Weight: 184g
Dimension: 128 x 198 x 19 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781529361698