Word of the Week: Dodge

“Try to dodge the ball. The last person who hasn’t been hit by a ball is the winner.” “In this game, you have to dodge the enemies and reach the goal.” “Dodge” means moving around in order to avoid something. It’s often used in games and action movies. We can also use...

Picture of the Week: Prank

April 1 is April Fool’s Day, a holiday that encourages people to play tricks on others. For example, in this picture, someone has drawn on a kangaroo crossing sign so that the kangaroo looks like a dinosaur. Did you play any tricks this year on April 1?...

Phrase of the Week: Allow Me

“Here’s our table. Please, allow me.” This is a phrase you use when you do something helpful, such as pull out a chair or open a door for someone. It draws attention to how polite you’re being and shows that you don’t mind helping. 「こちらが私たちのテーブルですね。どうぞ。」...

Let’s Count! Ten Little Presents! 数えてみよう!10個のプレゼント!

Getting a present is very exciting, especially when you’re young! Please enjoy the ten presents in this video! (Although we don’t show you what’s inside!)   プレゼントをもらうと、特に子供の場合はワクワクしますね!この動画に出る10個のプレゼントをお楽しみください!(中身はお見せしませんけどね!)   Classroom Tip This is a...