Japanese Beginner Dialogue
Introduces basic conversational Japanese through interactive practice.
Description : Students learn simple dialogues and key phrases in Japanese through structured practice, role‑play, and multimedia activities.
Category : ForeignLanguages
Age : 8+
Difficulty Level : Normal
Curriculum :
Module 1: Introduction to Japanese Greetings
Section 1: Basic Greetings
- Lesson 1: Hello and Goodbye
Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 1: Introducing "Konnichiwa" and "Sayonara"
- Lesson 2: Good Morning and Good Night
Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 2: Learning "Ohayō" and "Oyasumi"
Section 2: Courteous Expressions
- Lesson 1: Please and Thank You
Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 1: Using "Onegaishimasu" and "Arigatou"
- Lesson 2: Excuse Me and I'm Sorry
Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 2: Practicing "Sumimasen" and "Gomen nasai"
Section 3: Self-Introduction Basics
- Lesson 1: My Name is...
Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 1: Saying "Watashi wa [Name] desu"
- Lesson 2: Nice to Meet You
Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 2: Using "Hajimemashite" and related greetings
Section 4: Asking Basic Questions
- Lesson 1: How Are You?
Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 1: Forming simple questions like "Ogenki desu ka?"
- Lesson 2: What Is Your Name?
Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 2: Asking "Onamae wa nan desu ka?"
Section 5: Simple Role-Playing Dialogues
- Lesson 1: Greeting a Friend
Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 1: Structured dialogue for meeting a friend
- Lesson 2: Meeting Someone New
Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 2: Role-play practice introducing oneself formally
Module 2: Everyday Conversations
Section 1: Family and Friends
- Lesson 1: Talking about Family
Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 1: Learning basic vocabulary for family members
- Lesson 2: Talking about Friends
Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 2: Introducing and discussing friends in simple terms
Section 2: School Environment
- Lesson 1: Introducing Classmates
Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 1: Dialogue for meeting and greeting classmates
- Lesson 2: Discussing School Activities
Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 2: Simple conversation about school life and activities
Section 3: Weather and Daily Routine
- Lesson 1: Talking about Weather
Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 1: Expressing weather conditions using basic phrases
- Lesson 2: Discussing Daily Routine
Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 2: Explaining daily activities in simple Japanese
Section 4: Preferences and Likes
- Lesson 1: Expressing Likes
Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 1: Sharing favorite things using phrases like "Suki desu"
- Lesson 2: Expressing Dislikes
Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 2: Communicating dislikes in a polite manner
Section 5: Simple Invitations
- Lesson 1: Inviting a Friend
Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 1: Phrases for inviting someone to join an activity
- Lesson 2: Accepting or Declining an Invitation
Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 2: Responding to invitations politely
Module 3: Basic Social Interactions
Section 1: Greetings Beyond the Basics
- Lesson 1: Casual Greetings and Goodbyes
Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 1: Informal forms of greeting and farewell for friends
- Lesson 2: Formal Introduction Greetings
Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 2: Using honorific language in introductions
Section 2: Expressing Feelings
- Lesson 1: Simple Emotions
Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 1: Vocabulary for basic emotions such as happy and sad
- Lesson 2: Expressing Happiness and Sadness
Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 2: Forming sentences to express feelings
Section 3: Compliments and Apologies
- Lesson 1: Giving a Compliment
Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 1: Phrases to compliment others in a respectful way
- Lesson 2: Offering an Apology
Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 2: Practice apologies using simple expressions
Section 4: Simple Questions and Answers
- Lesson 1: Yes/No Questions
Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 1: Structuring questions that can be answered with yes or no
- Lesson 2: Open-ended Simple Questions
Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 2: Encouraging longer answers with simple question words
Section 5: Reviewing Dialogue Patterns
- Lesson 1: Dialogue Practice with Greetings
Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 1: Review and role-play various greeting scenarios
- Lesson 2: Dialogue Practice with Self-Introduction
Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 2: Reinforcing self-introduction dialogues through practice
Module 4: Practical Communication Scenarios
Section 1: At a Store
- Lesson 1: Asking for Price
Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 1: Learning how to ask "How much?" in Japanese
- Lesson 2: Simple Transaction Dialogue
Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 2: Simulated exchanges for buying items
Section 2: At a Restaurant
- Lesson 1: Ordering Food
Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 1: Basic phrases for ordering a meal
- Lesson 2: Asking for Recommendations
Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 2: How to ask for suggestions politely
Section 3: Directions and Transportation
- Lesson 1: Asking for Directions
Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 1: Key phrases for inquiring about location
- Lesson 2: Understanding Basic Directions
Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 2: Learning terms like left, right, and straight ahead
Section 4: Introductions in Social Events
- Lesson 1: Introducing Yourself in Groups
Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 1: Practice group introductions in casual settings
- Lesson 2: Engaging in Small Talk
Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 2: Building simple dialogues around everyday topics
Section 5: At the Post Office or Library
- Lesson 1: Simple Requests
Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 1: Phrases for asking for help or information
- Lesson 2: Finding Information
Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 2: Dialogue practice for locating items or resources
Module 5: Cultural Context and Role-play
Section 1: Celebrations and Greetings
- Lesson 1: Seasonal Greetings
Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 1: Exploring greetings used during Japanese festivals and seasons
- Lesson 2: Festival Expressions
Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 2: Key phrases related to traditional celebrations
Section 2: Traditional Etiquette
- Lesson 1: Using Honorifics Simply
Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 1: Introduction to polite language and basic honorifics
- Lesson 2: Orientation on Manners
Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 2: Understanding social etiquette in conversations
Section 3: Role-play Dialogues
- Lesson 1: Role-playing a Visit
Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 1: Simulated dialogue for visiting a friend’s home or a community event
- Lesson 2: Practice with a Partner Dialogue
Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 2: Interactive partner exercises to reinforce learned phrases
Section 4: Media and Music in Dialogue
- Lesson 1: Simple Song Lyrics
Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 1: Using popular children’s songs to practice dialogue and pronunciation
- Lesson 2: Understanding Dialogue in Media
Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 2: Listening exercises using short clips from Japanese media
Section 5: Course Review and Final Dialogue
- Lesson 1: Comprehensive Review Part 1
Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 1: Reviewing key phrases and dialogues learned throughout the course
- Lesson 2: Comprehensive Review Part 2
Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 2: Final role-play exercise to consolidate practical skills and confidence