Could you recommend a website or something where I can find free Spanish stories - something simple, maybe kiddies stories? I've done an online beginner's course and will keep moving through those, but they are so very restricted in terms of vocab. I'm really sick of saying 'I have 5 pesos, how many pesos do you have?' I don't have time for an evening class, and unfortunately I don't know any Spanish speakers who could help me learn/practise the language. Think reading might be my best shot. I'd appreciate any advice/ideas/recommendations. Gracias :-)
2006-10-12 04:39:06 · 10 answers · asked by amandla 3 in Society & Culture ➔ Languages
Ey! just add me to your list and I'll help u out! I'm taking english lessons as well so maybe we can interchange our knowledge! lena_mar2000@yahoo.com.ar I'll help you!
2006-10-12 04:48:34 · answer #1 · answered by aruk2008 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I know of a great story in Spanish: Los Dos Reyes y Los Dos Laberintos, by Jorge Luis Borges.
It means The Two Kings and the Two Labyrinths. Great read for people of all ages!
Buena Suerte!
2006-10-12 11:50:03 · answer #2 · answered by LaCosaMasBella 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I dont really know about any site with kids stories..... anyways, there is a magazine I like very much, is like the National Geographic but for MEXICO and they have a lot of articles about traditions, legends, stuff that is really interesting. You can check and see if you find something you like... If not at least you can enjoy some of the pictures.
www.mexicodesconocido.com.mx
2006-10-13 05:39:28 · answer #3 · answered by sweetiegirl_mx_99 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi there, why don't you join a Yahoo Group? I recommend this one:
SPANISH-ENGLISH INTERCHANGE
The purpose of this group is to establish and maintain contacts between native Spanish speakers who want to learn or improve their English and native English speakers who want to learn or improve their Spanish. The help is reciprocal. The group is meant for all levels, from beginners to language experts.
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/spanish_english_interchange/
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As for stories, there are some links here:
http://www.geocities.com/juanfontanillas/cuentos.htm
http://usuarios.lycos.es/sonialiliana/literatura/cuentos.htm
http://www.cuentosparaninos.com/
2006-10-12 14:49:10 · answer #4 · answered by Karin 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The best learning course is Pimsleur Language Programs. You wont find anything easier or faster to learn a language. If you live in the USA you shouldnt learn spanish. FIGHT THE POWER PEOPLE!
2006-10-12 11:41:15 · answer #5 · answered by MazdaMatt 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Borges (Laberintos) is pretty intense for a beginner; it's written in symbolic language and has metaphysical themes.
But it's great to read in translation if you like to read interesting things.
2006-10-12 12:58:27 · answer #6 · answered by sarcastro1976 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
why don't you read yahoo! answers from Mexico. Look at bottom of your screen and you will find the links to different countries, including Mexico. There is no better place than this to learn the way to actually speak and write it and its free, YAY!! Suerte.
2006-10-12 11:43:47 · answer #7 · answered by WarWolf 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
look on the web for "El Principito" or some "fabulas", that are shorts stories, or also "mitos" you can find it on www.yahoo.com.mx cause thats yahoo in spanish so i think you can find it there hope you can find it!!!!
2006-10-12 12:57:36 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
si se puede
2006-10-12 11:41:14 · answer #9 · answered by savanna m 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
i dont think borges is good for any beginner....
2006-10-12 12:39:36 · answer #10 · answered by moz_head_84 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋