Accessibility - easy access to stores, cafés or residential buildings is often just a pipe dream. Far too often, people in wheelchairs or with strollers are denied access to all kinds of places. A creative solution to this problem is being implemented by dedicated people like the "Lego granny" in more and more places in Germany. The October article from Presse und Sprache presents an exciting initiative that is helping Germany to become a little more barrier-free, bit by bit.
The easy reading text with word explanations and listening text with exercises are suitable for language level A2 and up. Thematically, the material provides the basis for conversations about similar initiatives and inclusivity.