{"product_id":"9788418290138","title":"Tales from East and West","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTales of East and West\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis  work offers two short stories that explore the encounter between Eastern and Western cultures, designed specifically for students of Spanish as a foreign language. Through accessible and engaging narratives, the reader not only practices reading comprehension but also develops their sociolinguistic competence by reflecting on how the perspectives of other cultures enrich one's own. An educational resource that combines language learning with intercultural openness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book presents two independent stories that revolve around interculturality. In each tale, the characters face situations where the cultural differences between East and West become a starting point for dialogue, reflection, and personal growth. The author uses these encounters to show how the opinions and customs of others can broaden our view of the world, while the reader practices Spanish in a meaningful and realistic context. The work is designed to facilitate linguistic immersion through literature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain Themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eInterculturality and dialogue between East and West.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePersonal enrichment through the perspective of the other.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eDevelopment of sociolinguistic competence in learning Spanish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eReading comprehension adapted for students of Spanish as a foreign language.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eReflection on cultural identity and diversity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is especially recommended for intermediate-level students of Spanish as a foreign language who wish to improve their reading comprehension and their ability to understand cultural nuances. It is also useful for Spanish teachers looking for teaching material that integrates language learning with intercultural values. Readers interested in short stories with a cultural background will find it an educational and enjoyable proposal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book provides\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePractice reading in Spanish with adapted texts of literary quality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eDevelop intercultural awareness and empathy toward other ways of understanding the world.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eImprove sociolinguistic competence, which is key for effective communication in Spanish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eReflect on one's own culture through contrast with other traditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAccess an educational resource ready for use in the classroom or for self-study.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chacón Peco, Martina\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Edición Punto Didot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spanish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubject:\u003c\/strong\u003e Language teaching and learning (other than English), graded readers, teaching materials, didactics of literature in non-native languages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Punto Didot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eBinding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paperback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e May 2020\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 116\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 150 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial Assessment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRelatos de Oriente y Occidente fulfills its didactic objective effectively, offering material that goes beyond simple linguistic practice. Choosing interculturality as a thematic axis adds value to the learning process, as it invites the student to reflect while reading. The brevity of the stories and their focus on everyday situations facilitate comprehension and connection with the text. It is a solid tool for teachers looking to integrate cultural content into the Spanish as a foreign language (ELE) classroom and for students who wish to advance their mastery of Spanish in a meaningful way.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EDICION PUNTO DIDOT","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53405075341659,"sku":"9788418290138","price":13.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978841829013.jpg?v=1781822500","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788418290138","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}