Difficulty:
Intermediate
Germany High German
The weekly political satire show “extra 3" presents a series of retro-style animated shorts addressing critical issues. Social media works because people are addicted to validation and likes — especially children and teenagers. Sandy is a self-possessed and savvy pre-teen, but she's not immune to the pull of social media and the approval of her peers.
Difficulty:
Adv-Intermediate
Germany High German
Every third euro of the EU budget goes to agriculture; but unfortunately, the system ends up favoring large farms employing inhumane practices over more sustainable and ethical agricultural models. Here, NDR’s satirical program “extra 3” lays it all out as a retro-style commercial for board games. Let’s play!
Difficulty:
Beginner
Germany
Eva talks about her visit to Berlin's International Green Week, a fair for agriculture, where she also tries food from different countries.
Difficulty:
Beginner
Germany
Eva lists a number of German sayings, and then explains when they are used. Do you know any of them already?
Difficulty:
Beginner
Germany
Pigs, cherries, and bears: Yabla's own Eva explains the meanings of a number of German expressions.
Difficulty:
Beginner
Germany
Do you know what it means if a German says that something is nullachtfünfzehn? What about "to give someone the basket?" Eva looks at a few more German expressions.
Difficulty:
Beginner
Germany
Eva tells us about the tradition of Advent calendars and shows us one that she has made herself.
Difficulty:
Beginner
Germany
In this video, Eva talks about common winter ailments and the various medicines and home remedies that are used in Germany.
Difficulty:
Beginner
Germany
People who move to or visit Germany are often confused by the very thorough recycling system that is in place. Eva explains what types of materials go in which color bins and all about deposits on glass and plastic bottles.
Difficulty:
Adv-Intermediate
Germany
The search for the true love: More and more singles are trying out online dating agencies and according to them, with success. Copyright: Deutsche Presse Agentur [The German Press Agency]
Difficulty:
Intermediate
Germany High German
From the German constitution to Fasching... If you want to become a naturalized citizen, you have to prove a lot - including a sound knowledge of German culture. You can find the current requirements in this video.
Difficulty:
Beginner
Germany
In order for zoo animals to stay healthy, their skin, hooves, and horns need regular upkeep. In this video we visit Safariland Stukenbrock, where zookeepers care for elephants, rhinos, and bison – and develop special bonds with them through the grooming rituals. Copyright: Deutsche Presse Agentur [The German Press Agency]
Difficulty:
Intermediate
Germany
Faster Internet, more affordable Internet connections for pupils, and more devices for teachers: This is what the German ministers of education and Chancellor Angela Merkel have decided upon in order to facilitate distance learning during the corona crisis. Copyright: Deutsche Presse Agentur [The German Press Agency]
Difficulty:
Intermediate
Germany
It’s time to celebrate Halloween at Hamburg’s Tierpark Hagenbeck — and to get into the holiday spirit, the elephants were treated to special seasonal goodies: pumpkins, corn on the cob, and apples! Copyright: Deutsche Presse Agentur [The German Press Agency]
Difficulty:
Intermediate
Germany
On the red carpet at the “Divas” – the German entertainment industries night of nights. Before it gets underway, Alex Onken sets the scene as he attempts to rub shoulders with the VIPs making their way in.
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