Glen Nolan Grant Boeken

An enjoyable and effective way to learn Japanese kanji! This useful reference book helps self-study and classroom students remember the meanings and pronunciations of 520 essential kanji. An otherwise daunting task, memorization is made easier with this book--which uses mnemonic techniques based on the psychology of learning and memory. Key principles include the use of visual imagery, the visualization of short "stories," and the systematic building-block approach that shows how more complicated characters are constructed from basic elements. This is a practical guide with a clear, concise, and appealing layout; it is well-indexed with easy look-up methods. The kanji in this volume give you the majority of characters you will encounter in daily life, from newspapers to street signs. It also includes the kanji required for the AP Japanese exam and N4 & N5 JLPT tests. Accompanying online audio provides recordings by native Japanese speakers to perfect your pronunciation.

The book offers a creative approach to mastering 200 essential Japanese kanji through a two-step method. It breaks down characters into visually meaningful parts, which are then combined into imaginative drawings accompanied by humorous stories that link to the kanji's meaning. This engaging technique, along with a unique pronunciation strategy, facilitates quick learning of both the meanings and pronunciations of the characters. Additionally, a CD-ROM provides stroke-order instructions to enhance the learning experience.

The workbook employs an effective two-step method for mastering Japanese Kanji, focusing on both visual recognition and pronunciation. It simplifies the learning process, enabling readers to quickly recognize and read characters in everyday contexts, such as street signs and newspapers. By engaging with the material, learners can build a substantial Japanese vocabulary, reaching thousands of words by the end of the workbook. This practical approach makes the journey of learning Kanji enjoyable and accessible.