Exciting News for Young Learners!
Japanese Notebook Corporation is set to expand the horizons of learning for children with the introduction of "Connect the Dots!" on the popular children’s social experience app, "Gokko Land." Starting
December 1, 2025, this innovative learning game will be available to kids eager to enhance their knowledge through engaging activities.
Situated in Koto City, Tokyo, Japanese Notebook Corporation aims to integrate creativity into education by developing high-quality stationery products. Their philosophy revolves around the concept of fostering writing and learning skills, encouraging children’s curiosity and willingness to explore new topics. The introduction of "Connect the Dots!" perfectly aligns with this mission, offering children a platform to visualize their learning experiences in a playful manner.
Overview of 'Connect the Dots!'
"Connect the Dots!" is based on the popular 'College Animal Learning Notebook' featuring adorable animal illustrations and vibrant subject colors that appeal to kids. Launched in 2014, this educational tool has been a favorite among many young learners. It allows children to connect numbered dots to create beautiful animal pictures, while also providing an immersive mini-classroom experience with the game "First School Experience!"
Game Features
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Connect the Dots!
This engaging game invites players to connect dots on the screen in the correct numerical order. Once all points are linked, an animal illustration materializes on the notebook cover. This fun way of learning teaches kids the order of numbers and lets them enjoy the anticipation of discovering what animal they will create next. With 24 exciting stages featuring various animals like cats, dolphins, rabbits, and pandas, kids can revel in the joyful thrill of completing each level without any time limits or evaluations—perfectly safe and fun for preschoolers!
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First School Experience!
This game simulates a primary school classroom experience where children can select a subject notebook and tackle subject-specific quizzes based on the teacher’s instructions. Covering subjects like Japanese, Math, and English, each session rotates through different quizzes, enabling youngsters to practice their learning in a dynamic and engaging way. For instance, a Japanese quiz might pose the challenge, "Connect the same animals!" This kind of fun interaction builds an excitement for learning, making children eager to eventually use the College Animal Learning Notebook when they enter elementary school.
About 'Gokko Land'
"Gokko Land" is a social experience app that allows children to explore real-life professions through playful role-playing activities while grasping essential societal concepts. With over
100 types of job experience games, this app encourages kids to learn about various careers in a kid-friendly way. Since its launch, "Gokko Land" has been played over
200 million times annually, with total downloads surpassing
8 million. This app has consistently ranked at the top of free educational app lists on platforms like App Store and Google Play, showcasing its popularity among parents and young learners alike.
Looking ahead, a
special event, 'Gokko Land EXPO', will be hosted starting July 2024, recreating the enchanting world of the app in real-life settings at large commercial facilities.
About Kids Star Corporation
For those unfamiliar with Kids Star Corporation, they are dedicated to creating engaging educational experiences through interactive games like "Gokko Land," aiming to teach societal structures while ensuring fun for children. The company continues to explore various avenues for delivering educational content seamlessly through digital mediums and live events like the upcoming EXPO.
Their headquarters is located in Shibuya, Tokyo, and they have been in business since
October 2014, providing digital entertainment solutions for families. With a commitment to creating content that captivates children's imaginations, Kids Star is always searching for innovative ways to engage young minds in educational endeavors.
Conclusion
The launch of "Connect the Dots!" in "Gokko Land" marks a significant step forward in educational gaming for children. As they continue to blend fun and learning, Kids Star Corporation and Japanese Notebook Corporation are reshaping the ways kids engage with education, one delightful dot at a time.