Middle School Japanese Full Year is a lively and engaging Japanese class designed for middle school students, with classes held once a week. This program is specifically tailored to beginners to help them develop a strong foundation in the Japanese language through interactive, fun, and hands-on activities.

The core of each class focuses on a specific set of vocabulary words, such as numbers, colors, animals, or basic greetings. These words are introduced through interactive activities like flashcards, stories, and games. Students can see, hear, and participate in the learning process.

The class also incorporates elements of Japanese culture and traditions to make the learning experience more holistic. Students might learn about celebrations, food, or customs from Japanese-speaking countries.

Middle School Japanese Full Year aims to make learning Japanese not just educational, but also a delightful adventure. It fosters a love for the language and an appreciation for different cultures, making it a rewarding experience for middle students.


Week of September 2nd: Greetings and Introductions
               Learn basic greetings: hello, goodbye, and introductions like “My name is”.

Week of September 9th: Numbers 1-10
               Introduce numbers 1-10 in Japanese through fun activities and counting games.

Week of September 16th: Colors and Shapes
               Learn the names of common colors in Japanese through coloring activities and explore basic shapes in Japanese, such as circle, square, and triangle.

Week of September 23rd: Family Members
                Introduce family member vocabulary: mother, father, brother, sister, etc.

Week of September 30th: Friends and Hobbies
                Learn how to talk about friends and hobbies with phrases like “my friend” and "I like”.

Week of October 7th: School and Classroom
               Vocabulary related to school supplies and classroom objects. Learn the names of school subjects like math, science, and art.

Week of October 14th: Food and Drinks
                Introduce basic food items such as pizza, apple, and ice cream. Learn the names of common drinks, including water, juice, and milk.

Week of October 21st: Days of the Week
               Teach the days of the week in Japanese and discuss activities on different days.
           
Week of October 28th: Months of the Year
                Introduce the months of the year and relate them to seasons.

Week of November 4th: Animals
             Names of common animals: dog, cat, bird, etc. Learn animal sounds in Japanese. 

Week of November 11th: Weather
             Learn how to describe the weather using phrases like "It's sunny” and "It's cloudy”.
         
Week of November 18th: Nature
             Explore words related to nature, such as tree, flower, and river.

Week of November 25th- NO CLASS Fall Break


Week of December 2nd: Transportation
             Vocabulary related to different ways of getting around, such as car, bus, and bicycle.
        
Week of December 9th: Directions and Locations
             Learn basic directional phrases like right and left.

Week of December 16th: Cultural Awareness
             Introduction to Japanese-Speaking Countries- Explore a few Japanese-speaking countries, their flags, and basic cultural facts.
        
Week of December 23rd- NO CLASS Winter Break

Week of December 30th- NO CLASS WinterBreak

Week of January 6th: Traditional Games and Activities
             Engage in traditional Japanese games and activities.

Week of January 13th: Basic Conversations
             Simple Phrases for Everyday Situations- Teach students how to have simple conversations, such as ordering food or asking for help. Encourage students to participate in role-playing activities to practice real-life scenarios in Japanese.

Week of January 20th: Manners and Politeness
             Being Polite- Polite phrases: please, thank you, excuse me, etc. Role-Playing polite interactions in various situations.

Week of January 27th: Numbers and Counting
              Numbers 11-20- Introduce numbers 11-20 in Japanese through fun activities and counting games.

Week of February 3rd: Numbers 1-20
             Fun activities, counting games, and conversations involving numbers 1-20

Week of February 10th: Clothing and Dressing Up
             Clothing items: shirt, pants, shoes, etc. Describing what one is wearing.

Week of February 17th: Celebrations
             Learning about traditional celebrations in Japanese-speaking countries, such as Shogatsu, Cherry Blossom Golden Week, etc.
        
Week of February 24th: Traditions
             Participating in a simple cultural activity related to one of the following celebrations: Shogatsu, Cherry Blossom Golden Week, etc..

Week of March 3rd: Hobbies and Leisure
             Vocabulary for hobbies and leisure activities. Role-Playing- Discussing personal interests and favorite pastimes.

Week of March 10th: At the Market
             Shopping vocabulary, including fruits, vegetables, and common items.
        
Week of March 17th: At the Market Role-Playing
            Role-playing shopping scenarios.

Week of March 24th: Community and Neighborhood
             Vocabulary related to community and neighborhood settings.
        
Week of March 31st: Community Project
             Describing one's neighborhood and community along with an art project about one’s neighborhood and community.

Week of April 7th: Around the House
             Vocabulary for rooms and objects in the house. Role-Playing- Describing daily routines and household chores.

Week of April 14th: Nature and Environment
             The World Around Us- Expanding nature-related vocabulary.
       
Week of April 21st: Habitats
             Learning about ecosystems and the environment.

Week of April 28th: Sports and Games
             Vocabulary for sports and games. Role-Playing- Discussing favorite sports and physical activities.

Week of May 5th: Travel and Vacation
             Travel-related vocabulary and phrases.
        
Week of May 12th: Dream Vacation
             Planning a dream vacation project.

Week of May 19th: At the Doctor's Office
             The Doctor's Office- Basic medical vocabulary and phrases. Role-Playing- medical scenarios.

Week of May 26th: Music and Entertainment
             Learning about traditional music in Japanese-speaking countries, such as kabuki, hōgaku, gagaku, etc.
        
Week of June 2nd: Entertainment
             Participating in a simple cultural activity related to one of the following types of music: kabuki, hōgaku, gagaku, etc.

Week of June 9th: Jobs and Professions
                    Vocabulary for various jobs and professions. Role-Playing job-related scenarios.

Week of June 16th: Art and Culture
             Exploring famous artists and cultural traditions. Participating in a creative arts project.

Week of June 23rd: Numbers 21-30
             Introduce numbers 21-30 in Japanese through fun activities and counting games.
        
Week of June 30th: Numbers 1-30
             Fun activities, counting games, and conversations involving numbers 1-30

Week of July 7th: Around the World
             Japanese-Speaking Countries- Learning about Japanese-speaking countries and their geography and cultures.
        
Week of July 14th: Cultural Project
             Art project inspired by one of the following Japanese-speaking countries learned about.

Week of July 21st: Food Culture
             Traditional Dishes- Exploring traditional dishes from Japanese-speaking countries.
        
Week of July 28th: Japanese Recipe
             Preparing a simple Japanese dish.

Week of August 4th: Celebrations
             Parties- Vocabulary for birthday parties, singing “Happy Birthday”, invitations
         
Week of August 11th: Party Planning
              Planning a birthday party; such as food, entertainment, etc.

Week of August 18th: Cumulative Review
              Review of key concepts through games to reinforce learning. Students can share their favorite moments, projects, or experiences from the year.

After each class, students will receive a set of digital resources, including worksheets, flashcards, or links to online games to practice what they've learned during the class.