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Tanoshii 1a: Japanese for Beginners (Ages 7-11) Part 1

This Japanese class is designed for beginners seeking a lighthearted and effective way to learn Japanese. Hands on materials, games, songs, drawing, individual speaking practice. Part 1 /2.
Amy Nishikata
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Class

What's included

6 live meetings
3 in-class hours
Mastery Evaluation
Printable materials before each weekly lesson
Assessment
Informal assessments are an ongoing part of the class content via review and recall, interactive speaking, matching, and other interactive games.

Class Experience

US Grade 1 - 4
Beginner Level
*Happily Accepting New Time*

Konnichiwa,  I am Amy sensei.  Welcome to Guided Japanese Learning for learners ages 6-9.    This class is part 1 of a 2 part in Japanese designed to build and retain vocabulary and practice speaking in beginner level sentences in a fun and engaging way.  Learners will naturally begin using new words and phrases in order to play games presented in class.  Suitable for absolute beginners and learners with some exposure. (If you are unsure of placement, please reach out to me).

Lessons will be in Japanese and English. This class, Tanoshii 1a and 1b we focus on listening and speaking skills.   In Upper Beginners we will add writing and reading as well.  
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Materials: Printouts, Notebook, Pencil and Drawing Materials
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I will create a predictable routine to support comfort, confidence and comprehension.  I use props, flashcards in both Romaji (English Alphabet and Kana), a felt board, puppets, stories, videos, VR trips, gestures and movement to bring life and understanding to the language.  I am observant, personable, and playful and love to build a connection with each learner.

Class Routine:

 1.Greeting Song 
 2.Counting in Japanese Warm up
 3. Individual Speaking Time
 4.Weekly Theme: Japanese Storybook, Game, Hands-On materials
 5.Our Friendship Song

🔸 Class Size: Small group, fostering a focused and personalized environment.

🔸 Age Recommendation: For learners in lower elementary. Grades 1-4.

📹 Camera Policy: Camera-on is essential for language practice interaction.

⏰ Punctuality and Materials Preparation Matters: This class starts promptly, and being on time allows all learners to have the most benefit of our time together.  Materials needed-drawing materials and weekly printouts should be on hand before class begins.  Thank you.
Learning Goals
Part one of two six-week Japanese classes. Students will learn essential basics, including greetings, numbers, colors, and how to introduce themselves. They'll also cover days of the week, months, body parts, location words, and big and small.
learning goal

Syllabus

6 Lessons
over 6 Weeks
Lesson 1:
Greeting! Aisatsu
 Intro: Greetings, Name, Counting 1-10 
Greeting Song: Aisatsu- Good morning, Hello. How are you? I am fine. Thanks. Goodbye. 
                   Yes and No
                   What's Your Name? Saying your name.  
                   You!  Skit
                   Japanese Storybook 
30 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Nan desu ka. What is it? X desu.
 Greeting Song
Counting 1-20 
Months
Colors: Red, Blue, Yellow
How old are you? ~sai desu.
Question word: What? 
Nan desu ka.  What is it?  [X desu sentence pattern ]It is a [     ] 
Everyday Classroom Objects Vocabulary:Pencil, Paper, Scissors 
30 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Parts of the Body
 Greeting Song
Counting 1-20
Days of the Week Song Video
Parts of the Body
Karada Bingo                 
Song: Atama Kata Hiza Ashi 
30 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Parts of the Face and the Fukuwarai Game!
 Greeting Song
 Skip Counting by 10's
 Parts of the Body Review
 Fukuwarai Game: Location words: up,down, left, right 
 Adjectives: Big and Small
 Song: Atama Kata Hiza Ashi 
 Kawaii Style Self Portrait 
30 mins online live lesson

Other Details

Parental Guidance
FluentU is a Japanese language resource. This resource is used in some classes to show gentle native language content.
Pre-Requisites
No experience necessary.
Supply List
Printouts, pencil, paper and drawing materials
Joined October, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Foreign Language from University of California, Los Angeles
BA in Japanese from UCLA.
Ten years experience living, teaching, and studying in Japan.
AMS Montessori Certified Teacher ages 3-6
MACAR certified  [Montessori Applied to Children at Risk]
Twenty  five years of lead classroom teaching experience.
Four years of online teaching experience.

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$15

weekly or $90 for 6 classes
1x per week, 6 weeks
30 min

Completed by 157 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 7-11
2-6 learners per class

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