Japanese Age 7-13 #Beginners #Homeschool #Spring
Led by a native Japanese instructor, this engaging 11-week course helps kids build confidence in speaking and reading Hiragana. With small class sizes (max 5 students), learners get personalized attention and plenty of speaking and talking.
Lily (Yuri) JapaneseNative
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(2)
What's included
11 live meetings
6 hrs 25 mins in-class hoursAssignments
1 hour per week. As a teacher, I don’t want to burden my students with homework, so I generally don’t assign it. However, I am happy to provide it upon request.Certificate of Completion
includedClass Experience
US Grade 1 - 4
Beginner Level
1, Practice useful Japanese (Hello, how are you? I am fine, I am not well, Good morning, Good afternoon, Good night, Yes, No, Excuse me, I don't understand, Please repeat again, and more). 2,Practice speaking the basic Japanese alphabet (46 hiragana letters). We use music. I will call on you one by one to read aloud sometimes. 3, Hiragana Writing Review: Review the 5 hiragana letters we learned in the last class with a quiz. 4,Write and memorize 5 hiragana letters in a focused environment. Master the correct stroke order and improve learners' handwriting in a hard pen style. ★Class Description This class introduces young lerner to the basics of Japanese by focusing on Hiragana, everyday phrases, and correct pronunciation. A perfect first step into the language! ★Class Experience Students will engage in interactive activities, practice speaking, and learn Hiragana writing step-by-step, building confidence with every session. ★My teaching style Patient, engaging, and encouraging. I make sure each student feels supported while having fun as they learn. ★Students will Master the stroke order and pronunciation of some new Hiragana letters per session. Learn practical phrases and greetings to use confidently. Develop a strong foundation for future Japanese learning.
Learning Goals
🟡 Master the basics of Japanese Hiragana, including stroke order and writing skills.🔴Write and read Japanese characters independently. 🔵Learn greetings and practical phrases to build a foundation in Japanese language and culture.
Syllabus
11 Lessons
over 11 WeeksLesson 1:
About Japanese characters., Japanese alphabet-1
-Greetings in Japanese
-Introducing three different Japanese characters + Japanese
-Say it loud! 46 hiragana
- Hiragana alphabet あいうえお(AIUEO) 35 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Japanese alphabet-2
-Greetings in Japanese
-Say it loud! 46 hiragana
-Hiragana Alphabet quiz あいうえお(AIUEO)
-Today's Alphabetかきくけこ (Ka Ki Ku Ke Ko) 35 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Japanese alphabet-3
-Greetings in Japanese
-Say it loud! 46 hiragana
- Japanese Hiragana alphabet quiz かきくけこ (Ka Ki Ku Ke Ko)
- Today's Alphabet さしすせそ (Sa Shi Su Se So) 35 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Japanese alphabet-4
-Greetings in Japanese
-Say it loud! 46 hiragana
- Japanese Hiragana alphabet quiz さしすせそ (Sa Shi Su Se So)
- Today's Alphabetたちつてと(Ta Chi Tsu Te To)
- Try speaking with short words! (At a restaurant, café, shopping, in town, at the station) 35 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Parental Guidance
No content class would be upsetting or inappropriate. I appreciate your support in encouraging your child as they take on this rewarding challenge. Arigato
Pre-Requisites
It’s ideal for students who are naturally curious and deep interest and have started exploring basic concepts on their own about Japanese.
Supply List
🤫Quiet room, 🖊️📄 Pen and paper. 📕Genki Textbook Volume 1, 3rd edition ISBN978-4789017305 ⚠️🪑If possible, please avoid eating during class, as the sounds may be distracting for other students. Thank you for your understanding! 👦🎤 Clear Audio for a Better Class Experience iThis is an active speaking class, so clear audio is essential for effective communication. Please ensure that your child’s microphone volume is set properly so they can fully participate in conversations.⭐️ Why is this important?：Using internal speakers can cause an echo, making it hard for others to hear.Internal microphones often make voices too quiet or unclear, affecting communication. ✅ How to improve the experience: Please have your child use a microphone and headphones/earphones during class. Parents, kindly check their setup in advance to ensure clear audio.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Sources
No content class would be upsetting or inappropriate. I appreciate your support in encouraging your child as they take on this rewarding challenge. Arigato
Joined December, 2024
5.0
2reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Foreign Language from City University of NewYork
I am new to the Outschool platform! I am a native Japanese speaker and hold a minor in Japanese language from the City University of New York. I have extensive experience teaching Japanese, having conducted over 2,400 online classes and guided around 70 students ranging in age from 7 to adults. I currently continue to teach students daily on various platforms, with the majority of my students being teens aged 13 through high school.
In addition to teaching, I bring over 10 years of professional experience working for a major sports brand corporation in Japan. My time in Japan’s group-oriented work culture has helped me develop strong leadership and communication skills, which I apply to my teaching approach.Reviews
Live Group Course
$28
weekly1x per week, 11 weeks
35 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 7-12
3-12 learners per class
