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Donguri Kai

Donguri Kai provides children who have Japanese learning experiences a continuing education for advancing their Japanese language skills and knowledge of Japanese culture.

Our program helps children become proficient in Japanese language and culture through shared experiences in a stimulating learning environment.

All classes are taught in Japanese and participants are encouraged to use Japanese during the class.
The class size is between 3 and 6 students.

Program Objectives:

Create a positive learning environment by incorporating various activities of cultural events, singing, reading, experiments, crafts, and physical activities
Reinforce practical conversational skills and listening comprehension
Build a foundation of reading and writing Japanese letters with systematic approach
Support students’ continuous learning by utilizing the JF Standard for Japanese-Language Education
Assist the family to foster the student’s long-term goals by providing information and resources

Level 1: Basic Learner 1

This class is for children who have some Japanese learning experiences and are interested in reading and writing letters. This course concentrates on vocabulary, greetings, and phrases that are commonly used in daily life. The class practices Hiragana writing with stroke orders.

Required language proficiency:

Children in kindergarten through 2nd grade;
Able to understand instructions in Japanese and participate in class activities, and;
Can recognize some Hiragana letters and/or read own name in Hiragana letters

* Please use “Self Assessment Guide of Japanese Comprehension for Donguri Kai” to assess your child’s Japanese comprehension prior to registering to the Level 1 class.

2019 Spring (6 weeks):
Saturdays, 9:00 am – 10:00 am (60 mins)
April 6, to May 18, 2019
* No class on April 20.

Tuition (6 classes)
JASC Member: $113
Non-member: $137

Level 2: Basic Learner 2

The class learns Katakana words and basic sentence structures. The class focuses on listening and reading comprehension and conversational skills.

Required language proficiency:

Between Kindergarten and 2nd grade;
Able to understand some story content and topics related to basic personal and family information;
Can read and write all Hiragana letters with some assistance
Can use common phrases and sentences to express own needs and ask questions to friends

2019 Spring (6 weeks):
Saturdays, 10:15 am – 11:30 am (75 mins)
April 6, to May 18, 2019
* No class on April 20.

Tuition (6 classes)
JASC Member: $140
Non-member: $170

Level 3: Independent User 1

This class focuses on reading sentences with Hiragana, and Katakana, and writing multiple sentences. The class utilizes conversations and presentations to reinforce subject matter.

Required language proficiency:

1st grade and older
Can understand conversation content of native speakers when spoken to slowly
Can read a short picture book with some assistance
Able to compose short sentences to describe own needs and give direction to others

*No class offered in this session currently

New class starting!

Level 4: Independent User 2

This advanced class targets children that are able to use the Japanese language through reading, writing, and communication without assistance. The class emphasizes in amplifying vocabulary, expressions, and Kanji words, enhancing written and verbal communication skills through various projects.

Required language proficiency:

1st grade and older
Can comprehend a story of Japanese books, children TV shows, or movies with with an outline
Able to discuss with friends about their immediate environments (e.g., school)
Can independently read picture books written in Hiragana at a minimum
Can write short sentences independently

Spring 2019 (8 classes):
Thursdays, 4:45pm – 6:00pm (75 mins)
March 21, 2019 to May 16, 2019
* No class on April 18, 2019

JASC Member: $190
Non-member: $230