Japan Word Challenge (Paperback)

N.A. Cross

ISBN 13: 9798171782313

Published by Independently Published, 2026

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Paperback. Help your child connect with Japan-one useful word at a time!First Japanese Words introduces children aged 4-8 to 50 simple, helpful Japanese words and phrases they can try during a holiday in Japan. There is no need to learn the whole language: this friendly book is all about having fun, giving Japanese a go and feeling more involved in the adventure.Children will discover useful words from everyday categories, including: - Greetings such as konnichiwa (hello) and arigatou (thank you)- Numbers including ichi (one), ni (two) and san (three)- Food and drink such as mizu (water), gohan (rice or meal) and ramen- Polite expressions such as onegaishimasu (please)- Helpful words for shopping, restaurants, sightseeing and travelClear, child-friendly pronunciation guides make it easier to join in-whether children are greeting someone, ordering a favourite food, recognising a number or remembering to say thank you.Fun activities and challenges throughout the book help children test their memory and encourage them to use their new words while exploring Japan.Perfect for: - Children aged 4-8 visiting Japan- Long flights, train journeys and quiet holiday moments- Building confidence before a family trip and interacting with locals- Encouraging curiosity about Japanese language and culture- Creating a fun, screen-free travel activityNo previous knowledge of Japanese is needed. Children can work through the book independently or enjoy learning alongside a parent, grandparent or sibling.Your child may not come home speaking an entire new language-but they can return with 50 useful Japanese words, happy holiday memories and the confidence to keep trying! This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Japan Word Challenge (Paperback)
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Publication Date: 2026
• Language: English
• ISBN 13: 9798171782313
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: new

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Synopsis

Help your child connect with Japan—one useful word at a time!

First Japanese Words introduces children aged 4–8 to 50 simple, helpful Japanese words and phrases they can try during a holiday in Japan. There is no need to learn the whole language: this friendly book is all about having fun, giving Japanese a go and feeling more involved in the adventure.

Children will discover useful words from everyday categories, including:

• Greetings such as konnichiwa (hello) and arigatou (thank you)
• Numbers including ichi (one), ni (two) and san (three)
• Food and drink such as mizu (water), gohan (rice or meal) and ramen
• Polite expressions such as onegaishimasu (please)
• Helpful words for shopping, restaurants, sightseeing and travel

Clear, child-friendly pronunciation guides make it easier to join in—whether children are greeting someone, ordering a favourite food, recognising a number or remembering to say thank you.

Fun activities and challenges throughout the book help children test their memory and encourage them to use their new words while exploring Japan.

Perfect for:

• Children aged 4–8 visiting Japan
• Long flights, train journeys and quiet holiday moments
• Building confidence before a family trip and interacting with locals
• Encouraging curiosity about Japanese language and culture
• Creating a fun, screen-free travel activity

No previous knowledge of Japanese is needed. Children can work through the book independently or enjoy learning alongside a parent, grandparent or sibling.

Your child may not come home speaking an entire new language—but they can return with 50 useful Japanese words, happy holiday memories and the confidence to keep trying!