A famous tale from Persian literature is read and explained by Ali. 

Simple Farsi with Ali

Story; Read and Explained

En este episodio les comparto una lectura sobre la cultura Maya de México. Se mencionaran aspectos importantes sobre  el sistema numérico, la ciencia, la religión y las actividades económicas. Este episodio está dirigido a estudiantes de español con un nivel A2-B1. Espero que lo disfruten y que les sirva.

Hasta la próxima.

Los países Hispanohablantes

Los Mayas

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История матрёшки

Learn Chinese with Danny

1.城市还是乡村

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Theater in Norfolk says it found a stage where William Shakespeare performed.

Cuando empezamos a aprender un idioma, muchas veces usamos solo una palabra y añadimos un gesto con las manos o la cara para que la otra persona nos entienda ¿sí? Pues ese sistema es “hacer poesía”... o sea ¡todos somos artistas!

AUDIO-ARTÍCULOS (Nivel B2-C1)

Ser un artista en español.

This episode explores the importance of learning strategies. 

Learning to Learn 

Learning Strategies

ɡǔ shí hòu，yǒu yí ɡè jiào yánɡ shí de xué shēnɡ，
古时候，有一个叫杨时的学生，
tā hěn xǐ huān dú shū，xué xí fēi chánɡ nǔ lì。
他很喜欢读书，学习非常努力。
yǒu yì nián dōnɡ tiān，xià qǐ le dà xuě，tiān qì hěn lěnɡ。 
有一年冬天，下起了大雪，天气很冷。
zhī qián，yánɡ shí ɡēn lǎo shī chénɡ yí yuē dìnɡ le qǐnɡ jiào wèn tí，
之前，杨时跟老师程颐约定了请教问题，
wèi le zūn shǒu yuē dìnɡ， 
为了遵守约定，
tā hé tónɡ xué yì qǐ dǐnɡ zhe hán fēnɡ hé dà xuě， 
他和同学一起顶着寒风和大雪，
lái dào le chénɡ lǎo shī jiā。 
来到了程老师家。
chénɡ lǎo shī jiā bìnɡ bù jìn， 
程老师家并不近，
dào le lǎo shī jiā shí， 
到了老师家时，
zhènɡ shì chénɡ lǎo shī shuì wǔ jué de shí jiān。
正是程老师睡午觉的时间。
wèi le bù dān wù chénɡ lǎo shī xiū xi，
为了不耽误程老师休息，
yánɡ shí hé tónɡ xué jiù zhàn zài lǎo shī de mén qián děnɡ hòu。 
杨时和同学就站在老师的门前等候。
xuě yuè xià yuè dà，yuè lái yuè lěnɡ。 
雪越下越大，越来越冷。
tā men yě bù dònɡ yáo，
他们也不动摇，
rénɡ rán nài xīn de děnɡ zài mén wài。 
仍然耐心地等在门外。
děnɡ lǎo shī xǐnɡ le hòu， 
等老师醒了后，
fā xiàn tā men liǎnɡ rén zhàn zài xuě dì li，
发现他们两人站在雪地里，
mánɡ jiào tā men jìn wū li lái。
忙叫他们进屋里来。
lǎo shī shuō：“wǒ yǐ wéi xuě xià de nà me dà，  
老师说：“我以为雪下得那么大，
nǐ men bú huì lái le。 
你们不会来了。
méi xiǎnɡ dào nǐ men què nà me shǒu shí shǒu yuē， 
没有想到你们却那么守时守约，
zhēn shì hǎo yànɡ de！”
真是好样的！”
hòu lái rén men jiù bǎ zhè ɡe ɡù shì jiào zuò“chénɡ mén lì xuě”，  
后来人们就把这个故事叫做“程门立雪”，
lái xínɡ rónɡ rén shuō huà suàn shù、shǒu yuē。
来形容人说话算数、守约。

Vocabulary：
约定（yuē dìng）：appointment;appoint
请教（qǐng jiào）：to consult
遵守（zūn shǒu）：abide by
耽误（dān wu）：to delay
动摇（dòng yáo）：to vacillate
耐心地（nài xīn de）：patiently
好样的（hǎo yàng de）：good job
说话算数（shuō huà suàn shù）：Keep your word

CHINESE STORY中文故事

程门立雪

Clara, a brilliant data analyst with a mind for numbers, walked into my office looking like a storm cloud. Networking events were her kryptonite. "I freeze up," she confessed, "Small talk? Forget it! I just stand there awkwardly, feeling like a total outsider."

Clara's shyness was hindering her career. Her analytical skills were top-notch, but promotions often went to colleagues who could "schmooze" with decision-makers. I knew I could help.

Our first step was reframing networking. Instead of a dreaded chore, we saw it as an opportunity to connect with people who shared her passion for data. We practiced "elevator pitches" - concise introductions highlighting her expertise. We focused on open-ended questions, like "What's the biggest data challenge you're facing?" to spark engaging conversations.

Next, we tackled the "shy freeze." Role-playing helped Clara practice making eye contact, smiling warmly, and using active listening techniques like nodding and acknowledging what the other person said. We even practiced "exit strategies" - polite ways to excuse herself from a conversation when she felt overwhelmed.

The turning point came when I suggested Clara volunteer at a data analysis conference.  She'd be interacting with people who shared her interests, but in a less intimidating setting.  It worked! Clara's passion for data analysis shone through, and she ended up having stimulating conversations with attendees.

The next networking event was a different story. Armed with her practiced pitch and newfound confidence, Clara actively approached people, discussed data trends, and even shared a few insights herself. She even left with a business card from a potential mentor!

Today, Clara is a networking pro.  She still gets nervous, but she no longer lets shyness hold her back.  Clara's story proves that anyone can become a confident networker with the right tools and a supportive coach.