Czech texts — level B1
Level B1 texts: tap a sentence for the translation, and every text comes with audio.
Czech Cottages: Chata, Chalupa and the Friday Exodus
Why Czech cities empty out on Friday afternoon, how a chata differs from a chalupa, and what socialism and mushrooms have to do with it. A B1 text about the most Czech way to spend a weekend.
The Twelve Months
Božena Němcová's classic tale: violets, strawberries and apples in the middle of January. Adapted for B1 — past tense, the conditional and plenty of dialogue.
Neighbours in a Panel Block
Ihor rented a flat in a panel block on the edge of Prague and thought he would never get to know his neighbours. A drill, a residents' meeting and a broken lift decided otherwise.
The Gingerbread House
Hansel and Gretel live with their poor father near a deep forest, where hunger, fear, and a strange gingerbread house await them. Read the thrilling story of their courage, cleverness, and journey back home.
Olena at a Job Interview
Olena goes to a job interview at a Czech company, even though she is afraid that her accent will be a problem. During the meeting, she discovers that preparedness, experience, and the courage to ask questions may be more important than perfect Czech.
How the Prague Metro Works
The Prague metro is a fast and important way to get around the capital. In this article, you will learn how its lines, transfers, tickets, and rules of good conduct work.
Jiřík and Goldenhair
Jiřík tastes a magical snake and begins to understand the language of animals. Thanks to his courage and the help of ants, ravens, a fish, and a fly, he must complete three difficult tasks to win Goldenhair.