Japanese

Foreign Language

• The fifth-grade child learned basic Japanese greetings and expressions, such as "konnichiwa" for hello and "arigatou" for thank you.
• They learned to count from 1 to 10 in Japanese, understanding the pronunciation and writing of the numbers.
• The child learned to describe everyday objects and colors in Japanese, expanding their vocabulary.
• Through the activity, the child gained an appreciation for Japanese culture and customs, such as bowing as a form of greeting.

Continued development in Japanese can be fostered through activities such as watching Japanese cartoons with subtitles, learning Japanese songs and lyrics, and engaging in pen pal exchanges with Japanese students to practice language skills.

Book Recommendations

• Yoko's Paper Cranes by Rosemary Wells: A heartwarming story about a young girl's experience visiting her grandmother in Japan and learning the art of origami.
• My Awesome Japan Adventure: A Diary about the Best 4 Months Ever! by Rebecca Otowa: A fun and informative diary-style book about a young boy's adventures in Japan, filled with cultural insights and experiences.
• Kai and the River of Tears by Brian Noguchi: This book follows the journey of a Japanese American boy who learns about his family's history and Japanese culture during a visit to his grandparents in Japan.