Subject in Focus – Languages
With students studying the language in all grades, Japanese is off to a great start in 2024.
Students in Year 7 begun their study of Japanese by learning to introduce themselves. They can now confidently say their names and count in Japanese and have enjoyed counting games. They also investigated the ‘Girl’s Day’ holiday, celebrated on March 3rd, and made hinamatsuri dolls out of paper.
Year 8 students have started strong by learning and practicing classroom routines. Students worked together collaboratively to create posters for the classroom, demonstrating classroom expectations and routines. Now, students are working on short speeches to extend their speaking skills and hopefully make some new friends in the future.
Senior students in Years 9 and 10 have been enjoying the self-led, practical approach to Japanese. Every week, students have learnt a new phrase that they can use to communicate if they ever go to Japan or if they meet a new international friend. So far we have learned to ask where things are, say our names and occupations, and say what country we’re from. Students have also started investigating Japanese and Australian manners and discussing and comparing the similarities and differences.
With state competitions and other opportunities approaching, it is looking to be a fun, rewarding year for all students studying Japanese.
Crystal Coleman-Cox
