{"title":"Anne Matumoto Stewart","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the world of Anne Matumoto Stewart, an esteemed author renowned for her exceptional contributions to language learning and personal development. With a unique blend of expertise in linguistic education and self-help, her works have become essential resources for anyone embarking on the journey of mastering basic Japanese writing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong her notable contributions is \u003cem\u003eKodansha's Hiragana Workbook: A Step-by-Step Approach to Basic Japanese Writing\u003c\/em\u003e. This book, like her other works, exemplifies Anne's commitment to practical learning and personal growth. It offers structured guidance and accessible methods to help learners build a solid foundation in Japanese script, making it easier and more enjoyable to delve into the language.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAnne Matumoto Stewart’s books are a testament to her linguistic acumen and dedication to empowering learners. Her self-help titles are designed to inspire and instruct, ensuring that readers not only gain knowledge but also develop a deeper confidence in their personal and educational pursuits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are a novice eager to learn Japanese or someone seeking motivational guidance, Anne Matumoto Stewart's collection offers invaluable tools that cater to both language acquisition and personal development goals. Explore her works and embark on a transformative educational journey today.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"kodanshas-hiragana-workbook-a-step-by-step-approach-to-basic-japanese-writing-by-anne-matumoto-stewart-9781568364414","title":"Kodansha's Hiragana Workbook: A Step-by-Step Approach to Basic Japanese Writing","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeginner-level students wishing to read Japanese need to learn hiragana, the most basic of three Japanese scripts, used for writing words of native origin. \u003cem\u003eKodansha's Hiragana Workbook\u003c\/em\u003e is an all-new, streamlined workbook designed precisely for such students. It introduces all aspects of the script—reading, writing, and pronunciation—in a fun, accessible format, packed with illustrations and exercises.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne page each is devoted to the 46 basic characters. These include instructions for character formation and space to practice writing, as well as a selection of vocabulary for further reading and writing. The vocabulary are all commonly used words that students can put to immediate use in conversation; and their readings—pronounced by a professional voice actor—are available as free downloads from the Net. Frequent review pages allow students to test their understanding of the hiragana at various stages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe appendixes offer additional practice exercises, as well as grids for playing hiragana Battleship and Bingo. There are also 120 pull-out flashcards for playing Memory, Scrabble, and other games.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46868708786412,"sku":"9781568364414","price":45.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/10864803482746.jpg?v=1759766067"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/anne-matumoto-stewart.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}