Best of
Danish

2019

Short Stories in Danish for Beginners: Read for pleasure at your level, expand your vocabulary and learn Danish the fun way! (Foreign Language Graded Reader Series)


Olly Richards - 2019
    I love his work - and you will too!" - Barbara Oakley, PhD, Author of New York Times bestseller A Mind for Numbers Short Stories in Danish for Beginners has been written especially for learners from beginner to low-intermediate level, designed to give a sense of achievement, a feeling of progress and most importantly - enjoyment! Mapped to A2-B1 on the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) for languages, these eight captivating stories are designed to give you a sense of achievement and a feeling of progress when reading.What does this book give you?- Eight stories in a variety of exciting genres, from science fiction and crime to history and thriller - making reading fun, while you learn a wide range of new vocabulary- Controlled language at your level to help you progress confidently- Accessible grammar so you learn new structures naturally, in a stress-free way- Realistic spoken dialogues to help you learn conversational expressions and improve your speaking ability- 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!'Carefully curated to make learning a new language easy, these stories include key features that will support and consolidate your progress, including: - A glossary for bolded words in each chapter- Full plot summary- A bilingual word list- Comprehension questions after each chapter. As a result, you will be able to focus on enjoying reading, delighting in your improved range of vocabulary and grasp of the language, without ever feeling overwhelmed. From science fiction to fantasy, to crime and thrillers, Short Stories in Danish for Beginners will make learning Danish easy and enjoyable.

Danish Tutor: Grammar and Vocabulary Workbook (Learn Danish with Teach Yourself)


Jesper Hansen - 2019
    This contemporary interactive workbook features 200 activities across a range of grammar and vocabulary points with clear goals, concise explanations, and real-world tasks. By studying and practicing Danish grammar you'll understand how the language really works and be able to speak Danish with clarity and ease.What will I learn?The Danish Tutor: Grammar and Vocabulary Workbook covers a comprehensive range of the most useful and frequent grammar and vocabulary in Danish. You can follow along unit by unit, or dip in and dip out to address your weak areas. As you progress, you will be introduced to new vocabulary and combine it with the grammar to complete extensive exercises. You will then practice the language through authentic reading and writing practice. You will achieve a solid upper intermediate level of Danish grammar.Is this course for me?The Danish Tutor can be used as a standalone course or as a complement to any other Danish course. It offers extensive practice and review of essential grammar points and vocabulary and skills building. The personal tutor element points out exceptions and gives tips to really help you perfect your Danish.25 Short Learning Units each contain:Communication goals to guide your studiesGrammar explanations with extensive exercisesVocabulary presentations and activitiesReading and writing sections to consolidate your learning

Summary of The Little Book of Hygge by Meik Wiking


QuickRead - 2019
     For years people have been searching for the secret to happiness. However, unlike the fountain of youth, happiness is something that can be found by anyone, anywhere in the world! While the people of Denmark have been considered some of the happiest people on earth, you don’t necessarily have to move there to find happiness. Instead, you can adopt the secrets of happiness into your own life. For instance, find joy even on the gloomiest of days by creating a space that sparks a feeling of warmth and love. Whether it’s creating a nook filled with cozy blankets and your favorite books or cooking with your loved ones, you can find happiness in the world around you. Learn the Danish secrets of hygge and discover their secrets of finding joy and fulfillment despite their cloudy skies.