Hallo aus Berlin
Beginner

A group of young people introduce us to Germany's liveliest city in an exciting mix of documentary-style interviews, animations and songs. In the course of the series, we get to know Marko, Miriarn, Daniel, Esther, Thomas and Jessica. We learn about their, lives, families, friend's and interests. The programmes are made entirely in German as a coproduction with the Goethe Institut.

Hello aus Berlin supports German teaching at this revel by presenting carefully controlled language which is accessible and clear; providing information on German life and culture utilising a variety of presentation formats. Each programme also features Rolli and Rita - a state of the art cartoon, and a purpose-written song to drill core language elements, offering students opportunities to develop key language skills.

1 x 150minute video, resourced book, 1 x audio cassette.

 

Susanne
Intermediate

This dramatic five part series has been specially filmed in Hamburg. It centres around Thomas and his group of friends who decide to do up an old neglected boat, unaware of the potential consequences. This series is suitable for intermediate learners of German who are in the 14- 16 age group. It uses clear German at an appropriate level to reveal a gripping story about young German people in an authentic setting. The drama provides a focus and a stimulus for language use and discussion.

1 x 100 minute video, A2 poster, teacher's notes.

 

Deutsch Direkt!
Beginner

Filmed on location throughout Germany and Austria, this series introduces the German language through a combination of interviews with local people and short documentaries on aspects of German culture and society. Students will acquire skills in simple, everyday conversation, develop comprehension of more complex language, be able to get around in a German-speaking country and appreciate regional variations of accent and culture.

4 x 125 minute videos, 3 x audio cassettes,
T eacher's notes, activity book, course book