Abstract

As children gain experiences in which they say ``I understand!'' and ``I was able to do it!'' on their own, their confidence deepens and they become more active in learning. In order to provide these experiences, it is important to provide support that matches the child's learning level. At our cram school, Plasty, we divide the ``stage of learning how to do things'' into the following four stages. For example, when do you think your child loses confidence, feeling that there is no point in trying or that he or she can't do something? One of the reasons for this is when you are in a state of ``I don't know how to do something'' or ``I know how to do something, but I can't do it myself.'' When you are in such a state, even if you say, ``Do it yourself'' or ``Do your best,'' you will not be able to do it. If you can't do it no matter how many times you try, it means you need support. Proper follow-up will help your child move on to the next stage. This book provides specific information on how to support your child at each stage, and how you can interact with and listen to your child in supporting their learning and improving their academic abilities. I will continue to do so. If you put these into practice, you will:
/Make it easier to acquire study habits
/Promote learning in each subject
/Improve your thinking ability and be able to respond to new trends in entrance exam questions.

Author’s Information

Akihiro Shimizu
Representative of Plasty. Born in Chiba Prefecture in 1987. After attending Kaijo Junior and Senior High School and the Faculty of Education at the University of Tokyo, completed the master's program at the Graduate School of Education. Started his own business at the age of 20 while attending the University of Tokyo. In addition to running Plasty, a cram school that teaches students how to study, he also conducts educational support activities across the country. Since its founding, the cram school has preached the importance of acquiring ``self-study skills.'' Using reliable methods based on theory, he has taught countless elementary school students the joy of learning and ``study methods'' that produce results. He is currently the director and principal of Plasty, and currently writes articles such as ``How to Study'' and ``200 Character Essays'' in the Asahi Shimbun and Asahi Elementary School Newspaper.

Naoki Yao
Born in Fukuoka Prefecture in 1987. Graduated from the Faculty of Engineering, University of Tokyo. He was a member of the baseball team at La Salle's private junior and senior high schools, and was a member of the American football club during his college years. While attending the University of Tokyo, he met Shimizu and hit it off. Founded Plasty. Currently, as a director and head of the school, he is involved in the overall management of the company and the school. While placing importance on developing ``self-study skills,'' she provides instruction suitable for all types of children based on detailed coaching. His easy-to-understand and logical teaching style is gaining popularity.