Hiragana Here We Go!
Jump start your Japanese journey with this hiragana crash course! In this class we'll have plenty of reading and writing practice with all 46 hiragana characters and their special rules.
Alyssa Wittrock
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(157)
What's included
8 live meetings
6 in-class hoursClass Experience
*Note* This class is currently only available to ages 10-14. If your child is outside of the age range and wishes to learn hiragana, please let me know so that I can make a new class for them. Hiragana is the foundation to Japanese writing, and it is recommended that students learn it before beginning their Japanese studies. So let's dive in together! Each class will consist of reading practice as well as a live writing session with the teacher. Fun games and mnemonic devices will be used to help students review and retain characters. In between classes students will have the opportunity to practice on their own, applying the characters via real Japanese words. Week 1: - Introduction to Japanese sounds, writing techniques, stroke order, written vs. typed Japanese. - あいうえお・かきくけこ・さしすせそ Week 2: -Reviewing and building upon previously learned hiragana -たちつてと・なにぬねの・はひふへほ Week 3: -Reviewing and building upon previously learned hiragana -まみむめも・やゆよ・らりるれろ -Japanese subscript Week 4: -わをん -dakuten and handakuten -Comprehensive review using real Japanese words and sentences This class is also available in a flex format, for students who are interested in learning hiragana but are unable to meet at the scheduled times. Please see the link below for more information: https://outschool.com/classes/hiragana-here-we-go-sKFQAlCq?usid=nxDsdx8t&signup=true&utm_campaign=share_activity_link
Learning Goals
-Students will be able to write all of the hiragana characters, as well as the subscripts.
-Students will be able to distinguish between the different sounds that make up Japanese phonology.
Other Details
Supply List
-Pencil and paper (either notebook or graph paper is recommended) -Homework will be offered, but a printer is not required. Students have the option of writing their assignments on their own paper if you are unable to print.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined April, 2020
4.9
157reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
I taught ESL (English as a Second Language) in South Korea and Japan for seven years. My specialty is using fun games and activities to help students retain content. Language learning is a long and intimidating process, so I want to keep a positive environment and always encourage students.
I am currently in the process of obtaining an MA in Applied Linguistics, which means that I am up to date on language learning techniques, and willing to continue honing my skills. I also have a background in theatre education, which means I keep things upbeat and energetic in the classroom.Reviews
Live Group Class
$90
for 8 classes2x per week, 4 weeks
45 min
Completed by 25 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-15
3-10 learners per class
