Weekly Study Plan with Free Resources and Vocabulary
Day 1: Reading (Lesen) + Writing (Schreiben) + Vocabulary
Lesen (30 minutes)
o Deutsche Welle - Learn German: Offers free beginner-level texts with exercises.
o Lingua.com: Short reading texts for beginners, with comprehension exercises.
o Task: Read a simple article, underline unfamiliar words, and add them to your
vocabulary list.
Schreiben (30 minutes)
o Task: Write a short paragraph using the new vocabulary you learned from the
reading. Aim for 5-10 sentences about a simple topic (your day, a hobby, etc.).
o Use Write & Improve (for automated feedback).
Vocabulary (15-20 minutes)
o Use Anki (flashcard app) to create cards for new words you’ve encountered. Practice
these flashcards daily.
o Alternatively, use Memrise (free version) for vocabulary sets at your level.
Day 2: Listening (Hören) + Speaking (Sprechen) + Vocabulary
Hören (30-45 minutes)
o GermanPod101 YouTube Channel: Free lessons with beginner dialogues.
o Slow German: Simple, slow-paced podcasts for beginners.
o Task: Listen to a short dialogue, write down key words, and note how they’re used in
context.
Sprechen (15-30 minutes)
o Use HelloTalk (free version) or Tandem to practice basic conversations with native
speakers.
o Task: Speak about daily life topics, focusing on using newly learned vocabulary.
Vocabulary (15 minutes)
o Use Quizlet to study new words related to the dialogues you listened to.
Day 3: Grammar + Writing (Schreiben) + Vocabulary
Grammar (30-45 minutes)
o Lingolia German: Free grammar lessons and exercises.
o Deutsche Welle - Grammar Lessons: Free grammar modules for A1 learners.
o Task: Focus on one specific grammar rule (e.g., verb conjugations, definite articles).
Schreiben (15-30 minutes)
o Task: Write a paragraph using the grammar rule you studied, while integrating new
vocabulary.
Vocabulary (15 minutes)
o Practice with Memrise or Anki to reinforce words you’ve learned.
Day 4: Reading (Lesen) + Listening (Hören) + Vocabulary
Lesen (30-45 minutes)
o News in Slow German: Beginner-friendly news stories.
o Task: Read one news story, underline new words, and practice pronunciation by
reading out loud.
Hören (15-30 minutes)
o Deutschlernen mit DW - Deutschtrainer: Audio for learning German phrases with
context.
o Task: Listen to short audio clips and repeat sentences to practice pronunciation.
Vocabulary (15 minutes)
o Add new words from your reading and listening sessions to Anki or Quizlet, and
review daily.
Day 5: Speaking (Sprechen) + Writing (Schreiben) + Vocabulary
Sprechen (30-45 minutes)
o Use Italki or HelloTalk for free conversation practice.
o Task: Practice daily conversation topics, focusing on using the new vocabulary you’ve
accumulated.
Schreiben (15-30 minutes)
o Write a short text about the topic you discussed while speaking. Use the new
vocabulary to enhance your text.
Vocabulary (15 minutes)
o Practice flashcards in Memrise or Anki. Review the most frequent words used in your
conversation practice.
Day 6: Listening (Hören) + Reading (Lesen) + Vocabulary
Hören (30 minutes)
o YouTube - Learn German with Jenny: Watch A1 videos and note how words are
pronounced.
o Task: Listen to a video or podcast and jot down 5-10 new words.
Lesen (30 minutes)
o Read a simple blog post or short story for beginners on Lingua.com.
o Task: Write down unknown words and find their meanings.
Vocabulary (15 minutes)
o Review and practice your vocabulary list from the day’s reading and listening
activities on Quizlet or Anki.
Day 7: Review Day + Rest
Review (1 hour)
o Go over your vocabulary list from the week using Anki or Memrise.
o Review grammar notes, re-read articles, and listen again to previous podcasts.
Task: Summarize what you’ve learned in a short paragraph or record yourself speaking about
it.
Free Resources for Vocabulary:
1. Anki: Create your own flashcards or download shared decks.
2. Memrise: Access free vocabulary courses for A1 learners.
3. Quizlet: Search for or create free vocabulary sets.
4. Deutschtrainer A1 - Deutsche Welle: Learn essential German vocabulary with context.
