“Lernen” is a tricky verb for English speakers, since it can be translated as either “to study” or “to learn.” Here, Sabine and Jan present all the conjugations of the verb, and show the various contexts in which it can appear.

Once at the hospital for animals, the little tiger is taken to Room Number 5, where he meets the boastful fox. Doctor Brausefrosch then X-rays the little tiger and finds out what’s been making him feel unwell!

The German language contains two allophones known as the “ich” sound and the “ach” sound. Pronouncing them correctly is sometimes difficult, but with a little practice and a couple of tricks, you’ll be able to get it right. Eylin shows you how.

The restaurant “Marek” is celebrating its tenth anniversary, and the owners have hired a band to perform. Unfortunately, the singer is sick, so the band has canceled. Will they be able to find a replacement before the guests arrive?

The little tiger is lovingly cared for by the little bear — but sometimes he feels better, and sometimes he feels worse! The next day, the little bear takes the little tiger to the hospital for animals. On the way there, many other animals join them.

Selma’s father, Ibrahim, was a doctor in Syria, but has no experience with job interviews in Germany. Luckily, Lisa has found him the perfect person to practice with.

The little tiger isn’t feeling well at all! Although it's unclear what his injuries are, the little bear bandages him from head to toe and then makes him something good to eat.

Selma's father Ibrahim would like to apply for a job at a fast food restaurant. Lisa guides him through a pretend telephone conversation so that he can practice requesting a job interview – and then she comes up with another idea...

What belongs on a résumé? Lisa teaches a group of students how to pitch their best selves when applying for a job in Germany.

Heidi now learns the entire story from her grandfather about her father’s devastating accident. She comforts him, and promises that she will always stay with him.

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]

In this video, Eylin tells us all about her family: her siblings, cousins, brother-in-law, grandmother, aunt and more. Build your vocabulary around this topic so you can talk about your own family and ask other people about theirs.

Max asks Pepe why he doesn't get along with his brother, Nico. What made the two of them stop talking?

In Germany, the weather is an easy topic of conversation because the weather is variable—and impacts everyone. Here, Eylin teaches us how to talk about the weather in simple terms.

Heidi runs to her grandfather in tears because she can't believe what people are saying about him. Is he really to blame for the death of Tobias, Heidi's father?