Le Pendentif, **Past tense** Easy Short Stories in Basic French for Beginners

Level: A2-B1 These french short stories are perfect for beginners/intermediate who want to practice their past tense. There is no need for a dictionnary: key words are listed under each paragraph and translated out of the context. At the end of the book, all new words are summed up in a complete vocabulary section. The stories offer a good mix of grammar constructs, with basic and useful vocabulary. They are written in tenses commonly used in conversation : passé composé and imparfait. If you are already familiar with the first version of the book ( present tense ), you will have the opportunity to revise the same vocabulary, while studying the simultaneous use of passé composé and imparfait. Level: A2 - B1 About the author : Sylvie Lainé lives in Normandy where she teaches French to adults and teenagers. Her work with students of various nationalities and different ages allowed her to understand their difficulties and their challenges. Having looked for enjoyable reads to occasionnaly escape grammar and exercise books, but finding nothing simple enough for her beginners, she came up with the idea to write stories herself. She is passionate about writing and now publishes short stories tailored to the needs of English and German speakers.