Strengthening English Foundations: New High School Drill Series Released

On February 26th, Obunsha Co., Ltd., based in Shinjuku, Tokyo, officially released two new educational resources in their "High School English Basic Drill" series: the "High School English Basic Grammar Drill" and the "High School English Basic Reading Drill." These books have been meticulously designed to lay a solid foundation in English for high school students, particularly those who are just starting or feeling overwhelmed by their English classes.

This series is particularly suitable for students who seek a gentle introduction to high school English, being structured to provide an even simpler level of understanding compared to Obunsha's earlier "University Entrance Examination Basic Drill" series. The layout follows a balanced learning approach with a ratio of 3:7 for explanations (input) to drills (output), making it not only effective but also enjoyable to use. The explanations are visually engaging, utilizing illustrations to capture the learner's attention and enhance retention.

Features of the "High School English Basic Grammar Drill"

- Reinforced Grammar Fundamentals: The grammar drill focuses on key structures from junior high school up to fundamental high school level grammar. By repeatedly writing sentences that emphasize these grammatical patterns, students can easily solidify their understanding of basic English grammar.

- Vocabulary Enrichment: Each original passage is composed using vocabulary at the high school entrance exam level, including essential terms that students should remember. This dual-purpose approach allows learners to improve both their grammar skills and vocabulary simultaneously.

- Encouragement of Natural Repetition: The 38 manageable units are formatted to scaffold learning in small steps. Each unit contains various drill formats, encouraging frequent engagement with similar sentences and thus promoting an organic process of repeated practice.

- Companion Video Explanations: Students will have access to explanatory videos created by the authors to deepen their comprehension and facilitate learning. These videos employ numerous illustrations, making the explanations clear and visually appealing.

- Audio and Text Resources: Each drill includes audio recordings of the sentences and a written list for effective reading practice and review.

Features of the "High School English Basic Reading Drill"

This drill is designed for gradual progression in reading skills. It comprises simple sentences constructed with high school exam-level vocabulary, helping students improve their comprehension of various English texts.

- Structured Learning Path: The drill consists of six chapters and 35 units, ensuring a systematic approach to developing reading abilities. Each unit features explanations illustrated with visuals, divided into three parts: the first focuses on fundamentals, while the next two build on this foundation.

- Supporting Explanation Videos: Similar to the grammar drill, this reading drill also includes author-led videos that enhance understanding and provide additional support.

- Supplemental Materials: Audio recordings accompany each drill, enabling students to practice speaking and reinforcing their reading skills further.

Both of these series are also available through Obunsha's official app, "Eigo no Tomo," which allows users to easily access listening materials for various English proficiency tests, including Eiken, TOEIC, and more. This app serves as a modern listening tool, linking over 300 educational resources to audio materials that complement traditional learning methodologies.

These releases signify a significant contribution to educational resources tailored for high school learners, providing an avenue for students to build essential skills in grammar and reading effectively.

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About Obunsha Co., Ltd.

Founded in 1931, Obunsha is dedicated to supporting learners by developing educational materials that tackle everyday challenges and societal issues. Their vision is to foster a world where everyone can learn anytime, anywhere, empowering individuals to change the world through knowledge.