About This Course
Our Brazilian Short Story Club offers a unique and immersive approach to learning Brazilian Portuguese.
Each month, participants engage with carefully selected short stories by renowned Brazilian authors, designed to enhance vocabulary, grammar, and cultural understanding.
Through this captivating method, you’ll experience the richness of Brazilian literature while improving your language skills in an engaging and enjoyable way.
Schedule
Saturday Meetings: 1 pm (New York time, Eastern Time – GMT-4)
October 12 – O Peru de Natal – Mario de Andrade
October 19 – Previsão do Tempo: Tempestade Intensa – Marcelo Caronesi
October 26 – A Igreja do Diabo – Machado de Assis
Join us and make your journey to fluency both enjoyable and effective with the Brazilian Short Story Club!
Learning Objectives
Material Includes
- PDF Materials: Access all stories in PDF format for free (valued at $30 on Amazon).
- Curated Short Stories: Handpicked tales by prominent Brazilian writers.
- Translations: Comprehensive translations and paragraph-by-paragraph versions for beginners.
- Vocabulary Analysis: Detailed breakdowns to enhance your language skills.
- Podcasts: Exclusive episodes with native speakers discussing each story.
- Professional Readings: High-quality recordings to practice your listening skills.
- Discussion Meetings: 90-minute guided sessions every Saturday with friendly Brazilians from different regions.
Requirements
- Language Level: Suitable for beginners with some foundational knowledge to intermediate learners.
- Participation: Active involvement in discussion meetings to maximize learning.
- Commitment: Dedicate time to read the stories, listen to podcasts, and engage with provided materials.
- Technical Requirements: A reliable internet connection for accessing materials and joining discussion meetings.
Target Audience
- Intermediate Learners: Those who already have a basic understanding of Portuguese and wish to expand their knowledge.
- Beginners: Adapted stories with paragraph-by-paragraph translations make it accessible for those just starting out.
- Literature Enthusiasts: Anyone interested in Brazilian culture and literature.
- Language Learners Seeking a Unique Approach: Individuals looking for an alternative to traditional language learning methods.
Curriculum
Onboarding
About this course00:00:00
How to use the platform00:00:00
Weekly Study Recommendations00:00:00
03. O Peru de Natal – Mario de Andrade
02. Previsão do Tempo: Tempestade Intensa – Marcelo Caronesi
01. A Igreja do Diabo – Machado de Assis
$ 177
Material Includes
- PDF Materials: Access all stories in PDF format for free (valued at $30 on Amazon).
- Curated Short Stories: Handpicked tales by prominent Brazilian writers.
- Translations: Comprehensive translations and paragraph-by-paragraph versions for beginners.
- Vocabulary Analysis: Detailed breakdowns to enhance your language skills.
- Podcasts: Exclusive episodes with native speakers discussing each story.
- Professional Readings: High-quality recordings to practice your listening skills.
- Discussion Meetings: 90-minute guided sessions every Saturday with friendly Brazilians from different regions.
