Japanese Lessons

I've actually gotten a few 100% on my Hiragana quizzes. That means it is sticking! For me it isn't just about the grade it is the fact that I don't want to just learn to pass a test but learn for life.

The Japanese Lessons continue

Today we started back fully with our routine. It's not to say that we did not get anything done during the time the flu tried to make itself at home here but today is the day we are 100% and completely back on task. I'm still working through my Japanese lessons. I hope to join a meetup group for Japanese Language after I finish the Hiragana for Fun book. I'm also going to sign up for Lang-8. The more advanced Japanese Language learner is already signed up and it seems like a great resource for those trying to learn other languages. I actually love the concept of Lang-8 and will probably blog more about it later.

Today I actually graded Japanese Hiragana worksheets. I used the workbook so I didn't have to know the hiragana but it was a great reinforcement for those I've learned so far and also provided motivation for me to keep learning.

As far as the Hiragana for Fun book I'm using. Today's lesson covered

n = ん

ro = ろ

ru = る

Well on to other things.

Feb. 12th Happenings

Well today I started back with my attempt to learn Japanese. With a child already learning it, I thought it would be great to pick up some of the language. I also think that it can be fun to have the tables turned a bit with your child actually correcting some of your work. I hope to show that learning never has to stop.

So today I did 3 more pages of Hiragana for Fun (A Japanese Syllabic Alphabet Workbook). We actually were able to get this workbook from a library sale in Little Tokyo. Here is the hiragana I learned today:

tsu　　　つ

te　　　　て

no　　　　の　

I am also picking up some words. I have now wrote up 2 mini-tests for me to test my skills at this point. I will be honest and let you know how I do on them. I want to make copies of them first. My goal is 90% - 100% which will show that I have mastered the lesson, not just memorized them.

This weekend I also picked up a book from the library titled Japanese Hiragana for Beginners. I will work on both of these books simutaneously.

Anyway, just wanted to give you an update. I know I need to work on my consistency. I want to make sure I am setting an example for every other "student" in this home.

Learning a New Thing

Today I decided to start learning Japanese. How far I will take it time will tell but I think it is always a great thing for our children to not see studying/learning as something that stops at a certain age. The world is vast and if you truly view education as an important thing then why stop educating yourself.

I will let you all know how it turns out. I am taking it in small steps but I feel good about it. I am sure there are some days I will not want to study but I can still be a role model during those periods too.

Today I learned the one stroke hiragana for
he =　へ
ku =　く
shi = 　し

I am also going to take mini online quizzes at this link.

So, what are you learning?

-OldSchool