GENKI Japanese Readers Box 2: Early Elementary Level (L7-L12)

Continuing from GENKI Japanese Readers Box 1, GENKI Japanese Readers Box 2 is a fantastic collection of extensive reading materials designed specifically for early learners of Japanese. This particular box set comprises 12 volumes, each offering a delightful selection of readings that cover a broad range of materials. Readers can immerse themselves in funny stories, scary tales, Japanese folk tales, and fascinating introductions to various places in Japan.

One of the great features of GENKI Japanese Readers Box 2 is its alignment with the popular GENKI elementary Japanese series, ensuring a smooth transition for learners who are already familiar with its grammar and vocabulary.

GENKI Japanese Readers Box 2 goes together with lesson 7 to lesson 12 of Genki 1 An Integrated Course in Elementary Japanese (Textbook) Revised 3rd Edition

Each lesson in "Genki" corresponds to two books in the GENKI Japanese Readers series. For example, Genki Extensive Reading Book L9-1 "Cherry Blossom Viewing" and L9-2 "School Toilets" correspond to Lesson 9 in "Genki."

This thoughtful alignment ensures a smooth transition for learners who are already familiar with the grammar and vocabulary from the main course.

List of contents: 

GENKI Japanese Readers Box 2 (12-volume set)

1. L7-1 Sora's Cat
2. L7-2 Disliking Cram School
3. L8-1 Let's Go Fishing
4. L8-2 Osaka's Dotonbori 
5. L9-1 Cherry Blossom Viewing 
6. L9-2 School Toilets 
7. L10-1 Mary Watches Sumo 
8. L10-2 Udei's Winter Vacation 
9. L11-1 Robert's Older Brother 
10. L11-2 Yui's Dream 
11. L12-1 John's Apartment 
12. L12-2 Mary, Homesick 

What are GENKI Graded Readers?

Graded readers are carefully curated reading materials that cater to learners at different proficiency levels. In the context of Japanese language learning, graded readers like GENKI Japanese Readers provide a progressive approach to reading practice. The difficulty level of the texts gradually increases as learners advance through various sets.

The key features of GENKI Japanese Readers include:

• Progressive Difficulty: Each volume in Box 2 corresponds to specific grammar and vocabulary found in a single GENKI textbook lesson, making it suitable for early elementary level learners.
  
  
• Colorful Illustrations: To aid comprehension, every title is presented in full color, with ample illustrations and photos that assist learners in understanding the text.
• Furigana: Furigana, the phonetic script placed above kanji characters, is provided for all kanji in the readers. This helps learners to read and understand kanji more easily.
  
  
• Audio Support: Learners have access to audio recordings for all titles. These recordings enhance the reading experience, enabling learners to read while listening or to reinforce their learning by reading after listening.

The GENKI Japanese Readers series is grouped into different boxes based on difficulty levels:

• Box 1 and Box 2: Early elementary level, both containing a 12-volume set.
• Box 3: Advanced elementary level, consisting of a 12-volume set.
• Box 4: Advanced elementary level, comprising a 10-volume set.
  
  
  

Recommended if: 

• You are learning from the GENKI 1 textbook and seeking additional reading resources.
  
• You finished GENKI Japanese Readers Box 1
• You enjoy diverse and engaging content, including funny stories, scary tales, Japanese folk tales, and introductions to places in Japan.
• You prefer an immersive and dictionary-free reading experience with skillfully crafted texts in simple Japanese.
  
  

About this volume:

Original Title: 初級日本語よみもの　げんき多読ブックス　Box2
ISBN: 978-4-78901-832-6
Book Size: A5
Languages: English, Japanese
Publication Date: March 18, 2023

Other books in this series: 

- Genki Volume One 3rd Edition Complete Set with Answer Key

- GENKI Japanese Readers Box 4: Advanced elementary level (L19 - L32)
- GENKI Japanese Readers Box 3: Advanced elementary level (L13 - L18)
- GENKI Japanese Readers Box 1: Early Elementary Level (L1-L6)

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- Japanese Graded Readers Series