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"Opportunities for Experience," "Developing Sensitivity," "Social Involvement," and "Nurturing the Skills 4- to 5-Year-Olds Need to Acquire," three books delivered monthly
(Tokyo, Shinagawa / President and COO: Tatsuya Nanjo), a group company of Gakken Holdings, Inc. (Tokyo, Shinagawa / President and COO: Hiroaki Miyahara), will begin accepting membership applications on August 19, 2022 (Friday) for the regular picture book subscription service for 4-5 year olds (nakanaka) "Taiken! Ehon no Pokke" for 4 to 5 year olds (junior high school) on Friday, August 19, 2022.
■Three highly educational picture books designed in accordance with national guidelines for early childhood education
The following three books will be delivered monthly in the "Ehon no Pokke! The following three books are delivered monthly in "Ehon no Pokke". All of them are made in accordance with the national guidelines for early childhood education.
(1) A comprehensive picture book based on the concept of experience, "Why?"
(2) "Gakken World Ehon Selection," story picture books by overseas authors
(3) "Gakken no Ohanashi Ehon Selection," story picture books by Japanese authors.
By reading these three books each month, rather than just one, 4- to 5-year-olds will have the opportunity to experience familiar things, develop global sensibilities, and grow in a balanced way in terms of social involvement and spiritual development.
■Services that respond to parents' problems "I don't know what kind of picture books are good for me.
The service responds to the concerns of parents and guardians who are aware of the importance of picture books, but do not know what kind of picture books to choose, or are too busy to spend time selecting picture books! Ehon no Pokke - Gakken's Picture Book Subscription Service" is a service that responds to the concerns of such parents.
The September 2022 issue will begin for ages 4-5, and registration for the October issue began on Friday, August 19, 2022. The features of each book and the contents of the October issue are shown in the table.
| Picture book ①. Why?" | Picture book (2) Gakken World Ehon Selection | Picture book 3) Gakken's Storybook Selection | |
| concept | Comprehensive picture books that trigger familiar experiences | Original storybooks by foreign authors | Seasonal storybook by a Japanese author |
| October Issue Contents | Special Feature: Autumn Woods Why do chipmunks have puffy cheeks? A wealth of photos and illustrations introduce the ecology of chipmunks. Life: There is a manner of sneezing, why? Lots of corners that lead to experiences after reading the book. | Mischief and witchcraft" (Italy) A mischievous girl turns a prince into a crab... The use of color and design will develop children's flexible sensibilities and global sensibilities. | The Camelot Adventure When we were drawing in class, we were sucked into our own drawings.... An exciting and thrilling story. The theme is cooperativeness, working together with friends to overcome obstacles. |
| (technical) specification | A4 paper size (210mm x 297mm) Page 34. soft-cover (book) Includes stickers and a poster with binding | AB size (battery) 28 pp. soft-cover (book) | B5 deformation form 28 pp. soft-cover (book) |
■Voice of prior monitors (example)
I recommend picture book subs best because parents tend to be biased when choosing picture books, and with the Corona disaster, it's hard to take the time to examine them at a bookstore."
The book is aligned with national education guidelines, so it looks good educationally."
The worldview of the three picture books provided both parents and children with opportunities for growth and new insights."
"Why?" is all that bothers my son, who often asks, "Why? is all that bothers my son, who often asks, "Why?"
"I'm so busy that even decision-making becomes a hassle, so it's nice that they send it to me on their own."
■ Growing up a book-loving child! The experience after reading helps children grow!
The storybooks from overseas and Japan ("Gakken World Ehon Selection" and "Gakken no Ohanashi Ehon Selection") are enjoyable whether you read them yourself or have them read to you. There is a rich variation of themes each month. Parents and guardians can make new discoveries each month as they become familiar with a wide range of picture books that are not biased by the interests and tastes of the parents or children! Parents can also make new discoveries every month. What kind of books are we looking forward to receiving this month? and they will look forward to the arrival of new books and grow to love books.
A comprehensive picture book with separate sections, "Why? is based on the concept of experience. The contents are divided into sections on nature, food education, lifestyle, and work, etc. The book is full of content that will trigger new knowledge and interest, and make the reader want to experience the book once it is closed. Experiences are the seeds of children's growth.
We support children's development through storybooks and comprehensive picture books.
New applicants from the October issue will receive a 500-yen library card NEXT as a reward for answering a questionnaire survey sent to them after purchase.
New applicants who apply for the October issue during the acceptance period from Friday, August 19 to Thursday, September 15 will be asked to complete a questionnaire after the book arrives. All those who respond by the deadline will receive a 500 yen Library Card NEXT reward.
［Service Summary]
Service Name: Taiken! Ehon no Pokke - Gakken's Picture Book Subscription Service
Planning and Management: Gakken Plus Co.
Price: 1,290 yen per month (1,173 yen + 10% tax) Free shipping
October issue acceptance start date: Friday, August 19, 2022
Deadline for receipt of October issue: Thursday, September 15, 2022
Application method: web only
Where to apply: https://gakken-mall.jp/ec/plus/sp/slist/ehon-pocket
Gakken Plus has begun accepting applications for the October issue of its web-based picture book sub-subscription "Taiken! The picture books delivered through this service, which began with the September 2022 issue, include three books: one based on the concept of experience, one by a foreign author, and one by a Japanese author. By enjoying these books every month, they are said to nurture opportunities for experience, global sensitivity, and involvement in the society around us.
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