Objective

By the end of this lesson, the student will be able to introduce themselves in Japanese, count from 1 to 10, and understand basic Japanese greetings.

Materials and Prep

• Pen and paper
• Printed Japanese vocabulary sheet
• Access to online resources for pronunciation

Activities

1. Activity 1: Self-Introduction

   Have the student practice introducing themselves in Japanese. Provide them with a model script and encourage them to personalize it with their own information. Practice pronunciation together and offer feedback.

2. Activity 2: Counting in Japanese

   Teach the student how to count from 1 to 10 in Japanese. Write the numbers on the board and have them repeat after you. Practice counting objects in the room together using the newly learned numbers.

3. Activity 3: Basic Greetings

   Introduce common Japanese greetings such as "Ohayou gozaimasu" (Good morning), "Konnichiwa" (Hello), and "Sayonara" (Goodbye). Practice pronunciation and encourage the student to use these greetings throughout the day.

Talking Points

• "Japan is an island country located in East Asia."
• "The official language of Japan is Japanese."
• "Japanese culture is known for its rich history, beautiful art, and unique traditions."
• "Learning Japanese can open doors to understanding and appreciating Japanese culture."

Useful Phrases in Japanese

• "Arigatou gozaimasu" - Thank you very much
• "Sumimasen" - Excuse me
• "Hajimemashite" - Nice to meet you
• "O-genki desu ka?" - How are you?
• "Watashi no namae wa [name] desu" - My name is [name]