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This teacher's manual accompanies the readers MECKI DUDEL UND SEINE BAND, MIRA ZIEHT ANS MEET, MAX UND DER OZEANRIESE, DIE BREMER STADTMUSIKANTEN, and includes:

• valuable tips for working with readers
• copy masters with creative exercises that foster students' reading competencies at the beginning level 
• CD-ROM with audio material, pictures from the readers, and additional copy masters with engaging exercises and games

This series is recommended for K-12 students.

KLIPP UND KLAR – The modern Grammar Practice for Beginning to Intermediate German

For your German class and for independent study:

Grammar for Beginning to Intermediate German

• 99 chapters
• Simple rules
• Common examples
• Practical exercises
• Pictures and tables
• Study tips
• Appendix with grammar list

KLIPP UND KLAR practices the entire grammar material for the certificate Deutsch in 99 chapters.

This book offers clearly structured answers to the KLIPP AND KLAR Grammar Practice for Intermediate-Advanced German B2-C1 as well as sample answers to the free writing assignments.

KLIPP AND KLAR - A Grammar Practice for Intermediate-Advanced German B2-C1:

• for teaching DaF and DaZ as well as for independent study
• also suitable for German native speakers looking to gain more grammar confidence
• functional and text-based grammar presentation
• authentic use of speech
• diverse text types
• receptive and productive exercise formats to promote language awareness
• innovative chapter on text structure and organization
• clear layout

This modern grammar practice for intermediate-advanced levels leads to a better understanding of the way grammar is used in everyday speech:

• common text types show grammatical phenomena and their function
• receptive and productive exercise formats
• practice of exam-relevant speech structures for level B2/C1 (TestDaF, DSH , DSD II etc.)
• detailed answer key available separately

At 15, Michael has to leave his ideal world. He ends up in a big city district where he doesn't know the rules of the game, where violence and crime reign. Theft, skipping school and drinking beer are part of everyday life for his new friends. And for Michael that means adapt or perish. When some classmates terrorize him and almost kill him once, he tries to save himself from this gang. But he has to pay a high price for it!

EASY READERS (DaF) features original texts in an abridged and simplified version to accommodate learners of German. 

This series is recommended for students at the B1 level.

Kolja really likes the Japanese exchange student Keiko, even though he doesn't want to admit it. He believes he doesn't stand a chance against the other guys from school, and Keiko also has to go back to Japan soon. Will he let her know before it's too late?

This series is recommended for K-12 students.

Krabat is a poor boy who must beg to survive. One day, curiosity leads him to the mill of Koselbruch, which is surrounded by chilling stories. There he meets the master miller, whose figure is shrouded in mystery, and who takes Krabat under his care as the twelfth apprentice. Over the next three years, Krabat not only learns the trade of milling but also becomes initiated into black magic. Gradually, he discovers that although magic helps him gain power and wealth, it takes away his freedom. Krabat witnesses how two of his fellow millers fail to free themselves from evil. He realizes that the master miller is the devil and that Krabat is in danger. Only the unconditional love of a girl can save him.

EASY READERS (DaF) features original texts in an abridged and simplified version to accommodate learners of German. 

This series is recommended for students at the B1+ level.

The short stories in this edition are taken from the anthology 'Lange Schatten.' All the stories revolve around the interplay between the everyday and the demonically eerie, influenced by inexplicable forces.

Includes stories such as:

• Gespenster 
• Der Strohhalm 
• Das Wunder 
• Das dicke Kind 

EASY READERS (DaF) features original texts in an abridged and simplified version to accommodate learners of German. 

This series is recommended for students at the A2 level.

Kacper has a girlfriend, Stella, and it's her birthday. Together with his friend Aman, he drives into town to look for a birthday present. But when Aman and Stella meet, his friend reacts strangely and doesn't even say "hello". Kacper wonders, what's Aman's problem?

This reader is recommended for K-12 students.

7-year old Max wonders: What does the city actually look like by night? One night, he ventures out, and during his nightly excursion, he discovers many unexpected things. 

This series is recommended for K-12 students.

Mecki Dudel's band has a concert tomorrow, but their music sounds absolutely terrible. Will they be able to get it together in for time for tomorrow's show? This is an unexpected tale of friendship.  

This series is recommended for K-12 students.

A master butcher who not only makes money as a horse trader, but also becomes a millionaire and still remains a master butcher at heart - that's Uncle Franz. His nephew Erich Kästner describes his memories of a time when there were so many poor and poor people there were so few rich people.

EASY READERS (DaF) features original texts in an abridged and simplified version to accommodate learners of German. 

This series is recommended for students at the A1-A2 levels.

Mira lives in Berlin, the city she grew up and has all of her friends in. Now, her family is moving away. What awaits her in her new home?

This series is recommended for K-12 students.

This digital edition with interactive exercises is available in the Learning Management System (LMS) BlinkLearning.

Interactive exercises - a special perk:

- learn with engaging exercise formats: Matching, Fill in the Blanks, Multipe Choice and many more
- view and analyze results instantly
- stay on top of your progress with our transparent point system

Your digital benefits:

- Use the digital edition on your tablet, laptop or PC - online or offline
- Work with convenient tools: insert notes and text, mark content, underline and much more
- Communicate directly with your teacher and other students in your class

More information here.

Mit Erfolg zum Goethe-Zertifikat A2: Fit in Deutsch – perfect preparation for children and teenagers for the Goethe certificate A2 exam:

The workbook and test book contains:

- 7 thematic practice and test units
- all assignment types for the different parts of the exam: Reading, Listening, Writing, Speaking
- plenty of exercises for targeted practice, revision and strengthening of all skills
- interesting themes from the day-to-day life of children and teenagers

All audio files are available in the Teacher's Manual [link: https://www.klett-usa.com/mit-erfolg-zum-goethe-zertifikat-a2/t-2188/9783126758130].

DEUTSCH LEICHTER LESEN is a new series featuring original texts in an abridged and simplified version to accommodate learners of German. Reading comprehension will be supported by exercises, word explanations, and a glossary with additional information. 

This series is recommended for K-12 students.

In these fantastic stories, the well-known lying baron Munchausen tells his evening guests about his travels on land and water. He survives harsh storms on the water, freezing winter nights and dangerous fights against wild animals. He is the brave hero in every critical situation. He ties his horse to a church tower, shows his riding skills to a distinguished group of ladies, jumps his horse through a moving carriage and even manages to land on the moon. But his greatest achievement is convincing his friends of the truth of his stories.

EASY READERS (DaF) features original texts in an abridged and simplified version to accommodate learners of German. 

This series is recommended for students at the A1-A2 levels.

Kolja's is new at school. It's difficult because he does not know anybody yet. He really wishes he could be could be part of Pia and Robbie's group of friends, and then something unexpected happens...

This series is recommended for K-12 students.

Pia and Nadja were really looking forward to meeting the new exchange student from Japan. When all the guys at school seem to be crazy about her, Pia and Nadja are annoyed. How can they become friends?

This series is recommended for K-12 students.

Maja is originally from Iran, but she now lives and studies in Vienna. At the university, she meets Julia and they quickly become friends. But then Julia's bike disappears. Is Maja involved? There's also Sven. He lives next door, and Maja really likes him.

This title is intended for Higher Education students. Please be advised that our Higher Education titles may contain mature themes, illustrations, or other content not recommended for K-12 students.  

On a summer night, a raft carrying a stranger brushes the shore of Lake Geneva. The stranger is a displaced person from Russia to Switzerland, with only one wish: to return home. However, during the year 1918, amidst the war, it is not a simple task.

EASY READERS (DaF) features original texts in an abridged and simplified version to accommodate learners of German. 

This series is recommended for students at the B1+ level.

Roma, Julia's boyfriend, has died. The word "suicide" crosses everyone's mind, everyone except Julia. That's why she makes a promise to her boyfriend: "They won't get away with this. They'll pay for this!" And she faces everyone who stands in her way alone.

EASY READERS (DaF) features original texts in an abridged and simplified version to accommodate learners of German. 

This series is recommended for students at the B1 level.

The Oktoberfest is in full swing and the police department in Munich is puzzled. Over and over again, visitors are being robbed. Detektiv Müller investigates and sets a trap. Will his plan work and can he catch the thieves?

Concept:

• Engaging stories for reading and listening
• Illustrations that helps understanding the text
• Includes vocabulary explanations and annotations with cultural insights
• Numerous comprehension exercises with corresponding solutions
• Audiobook available through Klett Augmented
• Based on the same storyline as the title Oktoberfest (ISBN: 978-3-12-606469-9). This adventure featuring Helmut Müller now has a new title: Oktoberfest kriminell.

This reader is recommended for K-12 students.

Surrounded by loved ones and yet feeling alone: Paul has a whole house to himself, but he misses his parents, who are always traveling and don't realize that Paul needs them. A touching but also provocative story about the question of whether the much-vaunted "modern life" has to be at odds with "parents and concern for their children".

EASY READERS (DaF) features original texts in an abridged and simplified version to accommodate learners of German. 

This series is recommended for students at the B1 level.

Sergio wants to do an internship at a local car repair shop. Unfortunately, he does not leave a very good impression with the owner of the shop, and his classmate Anna receives the position instead. Sergio is disappointed. What can he do to get an internship?

This reader is recommended for K-12 students.

The Brothers Grimm's fairytale of Rapunzel. 

The book is suitable for young readers and contains detailed and lovingly designed illustrations that foster reading comprehension. 

This series is recommended for K-12 students.

Detektiv Müller and Bea Braun are looking forward to an exciting weekend. It's carneval in Köln and one of their friends is celebrating his 50th birthday. During the birthday celebrations, Bea Braun, money, and other things suddenly vanish. Can Detektiv Müller catch the thieves and save the party?

Concept:

• Engaging stories for reading and listening
• Illustrations that helps understanding the text
• Includes vocabulary explanations and annotations with cultural insights
• Numerous comprehension exercises with corresponding solutions
• Audiobook available through Klett Augmented
• Based on the same storyline as the title Elvis in Köln (ISBN: 978-3-12-606473-6). This adventure featuring Helmut Müller now has a new title: Raub im Kölner Karneval.

This reader is recommended for K-12 students.

DEUTSCH LEICHTER LESEN is a new series featuring original texts in an abridged and simplified version to accommodate learners of German. Reading comprehension will be supported by exercises, word explanations, and a glossary with additional information. 

This series is recommended for K-12 students.

The Brothers Grimm's fairytale of the Rumpelstiltskin. 

The book is suitable for young readers and contains detailed and lovingly designed illustrations that foster reading comprehension. 

This series is recommended for K-12 students.

The Brothers Grimm's fairytale of Snow White.

The book is suitable for young readers and contains detailed and lovingly designed illustrations that foster reading comprehension. 

This series is recommended for K-12 students.

DEUTSCH INTENSIV SCHREIBEN A1 provides extensive writing practice for novice learners of the German language. Intensive written training for the classroom or self-paced study, this workbook with access to online resources will develop competence in self-expression and prepare for common writing situations.

DEUTSCH INTENSIV SCHREIBEN A2 provides extensive writing practice for beginner-high learners of the German language. Intensive written training for the classroom or self-paced study, this workbook with access to online resources will develop competence in self-expression and prepare for common writing situations.

DEUTSCH INTENSIV SCHREIBEN B2 provides extensive writing practice for intermediate-high learners of the German language. Intensive written training for the classroom or self-paced study, this workbook with access to online resources will develop competence in self-expression and prepare for common writing situations.

DEUTSCH INTENSIV SCHREIBEN C2 provides extensive writing practice for advanced learners of the German language. Intensive written training for the classroom or self-paced study, this workbook with access to online resources will develop writing competence for university studies with a focus on statistical and argumentative concepts.

Selima is originally from Kosovo but has lived in Switzerland since her childhood. She has just accepted her first job position, which requires her to get a driver's license. Selima is excited, but not everyone in her family agrees with her plans. 

The title includes:

• An engaging story
• Information about life in Switzerland and traffic regulations
• Vocabulary exercises

This title is intended for Higher Education students. Please be advised that our Higher Education titles may contain mature themes, illustrations, or other content not recommended for K-12 students.  

Tobias and his friend Max are on a bike excursion in the Black Forest when they see a car speeding out of the woods. "How strange!" they think. And rightly so, as a surprise awaits them in the forest.

This series is recommended for K-12 students.

Taiye is originally from Eritrea, but now lives in Stuttgart. He wants to work, preferably in the automobile industry. But that's easier said than done. His friends Andi and Rico are trying to help him, and when they visit a job fair together, everything changes - but not for Taiye. 

The title includes:

• An engaging story
• Information about life and the job market in Germany
• Vocabulary exercises
• Extra: cultural information and job search in Germany

This title is intended for Higher Education students. Please be advised that our Higher Education titles may contain mature themes, illustrations, or other content not recommended for K-12 students.  

This book is about the famous German prankster who lived in the Middle Ages. Even as a child, Till Eulenspiegel was very unpopular in his home village because of his rude jokes and sharp tongue. As a young man he traveled and earned his living as a shoemaker, baker, blacksmith and tailor. Everywhere he went he left after a short time, leaving anger, laughter and confusion in his wake. When he was old he emigrated to Holland. There too he continued to chatter and make fun of people. Finally he went home and even on his deathbed he was still making jokes!

EASY READERS (DaF) features original texts in an abridged and simplified version to accommodate learners of German. 

This series is recommended for students at the A2 level.

When Timm Thaler laughs, everyone falls into laughter with him. That is why the mysterious and rich Baron Lefuet wants to buy Timm's wonderful laugh. He proposes a deal to the boy: Sell me your laughter and you will win every bet. Timm signs the contract and can now fulfil all his wishes. But without his laughter he is no longer himself and becomes more and more lonely. Timm wants his laughter back and has a clever plan. Will he succeed?

DEUTSCH LEICHTER LESEN is a new series featuring original texts in an abridged and simplified version to accommodate learners of German. Reading comprehension will be supported by exercises, word explanations, and a glossary with additional information. 

This series is recommended for K-12 students.

Treffpunkt D-A-CH (cultural information on Germany, Austria and Switzerland with language variants). Suitable for beginners.

TREFFPUNK DIALOG contains 48 partner activities for targeted communication training on levels A1, A2, B1 and B2. Treffpunkt Dialog promotes oral competency, practices fluent and correct speech with interesting topics relevant to everyday life and trains the confident use of useful phrases.

Detektiv Müller's old friend needs help, as a gang is threatening his Chinese restaurant. Detektiv Müller and Bea Braun immediately leave for Hamburg. What does this gang want and who sent them? Can Detektiv Müller solve the mystery and save his friend's restaurant?

Concept:

• Engaging stories for reading and listening
• Illustrations that helps understanding the text
• Includes vocabulary explanations and annotations with cultural insights
• Numerous comprehension exercises with corresponding solutions
• Audiobook available through Klett Augmented
• Based on the same storyline as the title Hamburg - hin und zurück (ISBN: 978-3-12-606457-6). This adventure featuring Helmut Müller now has a new title: Überfall in Hamburg.

This reader is recommended for K-12 students.

Andi feels lonely and unloved. When he refuses to meet the requirements to join a gang, he feels pressured. But in a new classmate, he finds a true friend who is also marginalized.

EASY READERS (DaF) features original texts in an abridged and simplified version to accommodate learners of German. 

This series is recommended for students at the A2 level.

Hooray, a class trip to the Eifel and a night-time hike into the forest. Leon and his new classmate, Anja, are in a group together, but suddenly, they get lost in the woods and have a very unpleasant encounter. 

This series is recommended for K-12 students.

In this gripping crime story for beginner adult learners of the German language, the search begins for a missing person at the Reichstag building in Berlin. With additional information about the local culture, regional highlights, and authentic maps, this online reader (12-month license) includes comprehension exercises and answer keys.

This title is intended for Higher Education students. Please be advised that our Higher Education titles may contain mature themes, illustrations, or other content not recommended for K-12 students.  

In this gripping crime story for beginner adult learners of the German language, the search begins for a missing person at the Reichstag building in Berlin. With additional information about the local culture, regional highlights, and authentic maps, this text includes online resources, comprehension exercises and answer keys.

This title is intended for Higher Education students. Please be advised that our Higher Education titles may contain mature themes, illustrations, or other content not recommended for K-12 students.  

Detective Helmut Müller arrives in Munich only to uncover the mysterious disappearance of a young man. His investigation spans from the Neuschwanstein Castle to the shores of Lake Starnberg. Who was the last person to see the man? What were his intentions? Will Detective Müller be able to unravel the enigma and locate him?

Concept:

• Engaging stories for reading and listening
• Illustrations that helps understanding the text
• Includes vocabulary explanations and annotations with cultural insights
• Numerous comprehension exercises with corresponding solutions
• Audiobook available through Klett Augmented
• Based on the same storyline as the title Der Märchenkönig (ISBN: 978-3-12-606467-5). This adventure featuring Helmut Müller now has a new title: Verschwunden in Neuschwanstein.

This reader is recommended for K-12 students.

DEUTSCH LEICHTER LESEN is a new series featuring original texts in an abridged and simplified version to accommodate learners of German. Reading comprehension will be supported by exercises, word explanations, and a glossary with additional information. 

This series is recommended for K-12 students.

Angela Merkel (born in 1954) was Germany's first female Chancellor. "Wer ist eigentlich ...?" presents her political career and shows how she has managed to overcome the crises of our time. To conclude, it analyzes why, in Germany, it is still not taken for granted that women can follow a path like Angela Merkel's, whether in politics or the economy. Three different non-fiction texts allow us to delve into her biography (life) and her achievements (work) and show us her direct relationship with current topics (impact):

1. Biography: Angela Merkel
2. The Chancellor of crises
3. Women in Germany 

Today, many of us couldn't imagine our lives without a car. Its success story began in Mannheim in 1886 with Carl Benz's (1844-1929) Benz Patent Motorwagen. "Wer ist eigentlich ...?" introduces the famous inventor, presents the fascinating history of automobile development, and analyzes its environmentally friendly future. Three different nonfiction texts allow us to delve into his biography (life) and achievements (work) and show us his direct relationship with current topics (impact):

• Biography: Carl Benz
• The invention of the automobile
• E-Mobility: the alternative of the future

Margarete Steiff (1847-1909) is not only the "mother" of the teddy bear with the button in its ear, which is known worldwide, but also Germany's first female entrepreneur. Her small sewing workshop quickly became a company that is still globally recognized today.

"Wer ist eigentlich ...?" tells the remarkable story of Margarete Steiff, how her stuffed animals changed children's lives, and what and how children play with them today. Three different non-fiction texts allow us to delve into her biography (life) and her achievements (work) and show us her direct relationship with current topics (impact):

1. Biography: Margarete Steiff
2. The Teddy Bear: Stuffed Animals as Toys
3. Games Then and Now: From Stuffed Animals to Video Games

Robert Koch (1843-1910) was the founder of modern bacteriology. He revolutionized medicine in many areas. "Who is ...?" introduces the Nobel Prize winner in Medicine, delves into the world of bacteria and viruses, and concludes with a look at the current topic of epidemics and pandemics. Three different non-fiction texts allow us to delve into his biography (life) and his achievements (work), and show us his direct relationship with current topics (impact):

1. Biography: Robert Koch
2. The fascinating world of bacteria
3. Epidemics and pandemics – from the flu to the coronavirus

13-year-old Martin plans a special surprise for his little brother Charlie: together, they embark on a secret journey to the coast of Cornwall. The dolphin that had made Charlie so happy during last year’s summer vacation, has been spotted again. However, such a journey is not easy with a brother like Charlie, not enough money, and a fear of the police. And then Martin loses not only his backpack but also Charlie.

This series is recommended for K-12 students.

Theo is 14 years old and lives with his Mom in a small apartment. When his aunt Britta loses her job, she moves in with Theo and his Mom. To make matters worse, his aunt wants to open a small beauty salon in his room in order to earn money. Theo is annoyed and wishes his family had more money. Everything would be better if they were rich: they could move into a big house where everyone gets their own room, and Kim, the pretty girl from school, might finally notice him, too. When Britta participates in a quiz show, Theo's dream suddenly becomes reality, but he quickly learns that money does not make everything better. 

This series is recommended for K-12 students.

In this gripping crime story for intermediate-high adult learners of the German language, a ballerina's dream to attend ballet school in Vienna and land a role in a movie is jeopardized. With additional information about the local culture, regional highlights, and authentic maps, this text includes online resources, comprehension exercises and answer keys.

This title is intended for Higher Education students. Please be advised that our Higher Education titles may contain mature themes, illustrations, or other content not recommended for K-12 students.  

Together with other teenagers, Katja gets to spend her fall vacation at a horse ranch in the Münsterland. When Katja and her friends go for their first ride, an accident occurs. Suddenly, the teenagers are on their own and have to navigative through many adventures in order to find their way back home.

This series is recommended for K-12 students.

This reader includes:

• Wilhelm Tell comic that prepares readers for the full story
• Original text with helpful footnotes
• Afterword on Friedrich Schiller's life and work

This title is intended for Higher Education students. Please be advised that our Higher Education titles may contain mature themes, illustrations, or other content not recommended for K-12 students.  

DEUTSCH INTENSIV WORTSCHATZ A2 provides extensive vocabulary practice for beginner-high learners of the German language. Intensive training for the classroom or self-paced study, this workbook with access to online resources will offers a variety of exercises for solidifying and providing depth to your vocabulary.

DEUTSCH INTENSIV WORTSCHATZ B1 provides extensive vocabulary practice for intermediate-low learners of the German language. Intensive training for the classroom or self-paced study, this workbook with access to online resources will offers a variety of exercises for solidifying and providing depth to your vocabulary.

A new country, a new city, a foreign language. Adjusting is not always easy. U-Bahn or S-Bahn? Where is the post office? How does that thing with the ticket work again? Tarek just doesn't have time to figure it all out, but he has to get urgent mail to the post office somehow ...

This title is intended for Higher Education students. Please be advised that our Higher Education titles may contain mature themes, illustrations, or other content not recommended for K-12 students.  

For learners at levels A2 to B1/B2, Zack! didacticises 4 Touché comic strips by Thomas Körner, including excerpts from 3 award winning graphic novels:

• drüben! by Simon Schwartz
• Wir können ja Freunde bleiben by Mawil
• Faust - Der Tragödie erster Teil by Flix

40 pages with original comics.

May be copied for use in your classroom.

Worksheets prepare students for key vocabulary, cultural, and background information; contain creative speaking and writing activities; provide suggestions for continuing research and projects. 

This series is recommended for K-12 students.