Volume 1 Chapter 50 The Way To Learn English Is Almost The Same As Learning Japanese
The day after school, Namiki-san also joined in the filming for the high school debut channel and studied English along with Nakagaito.
"Okay, Namiki-san. From today, you will join us in making videos for YouTube. We use fake names for this, I go by Kenji and Nakagaito goes by Otome, but what name would you like to use, Namiki-san?"
When I asked that, Namiki-san looked puzzled.
"Um, um, what's a handle name?"
"Oh, a handle name is like a nickname. It's a temporary name used when you're active on the internet. It's like a pen name or a radio name. If you can't think of anything, you could just use Wakaba, I suppose."
"Oh, okay, that's fine."
"Alright, so from now on, when we're filming, if needed, we'll use Wakaba. You can call me Kenji, and Nakagaito can be called Otome, okay?"
"Okay, I got it. I understand."
From our conversation, it seems like Nakagaito is a little upset.
"Why are you sad? What's wrong with your face?"
"Because it used to just be the two of us."
"Hey, remember how you used to get upset if you weren't invited to hang out? Namiki-san thinks it's better to be with someone than alone."
"That's true, but... it's not like that, stupid."
Nakagaito said, and Namiki-san laughed nervously.
"I-I was perfectly fine being alone too."
"Even so, separating you two just for teaching purposes isn't efficient, so please bear with it, okay?"
"Ugh, fine."
"Alright then, let's begin. Now then, with Kenji who has never had a girlfriend..."
"And Otome."
"Along with the new student Wakaba who is inexperienced."
"Welcome to Gudaguda High School Debut Channel! Now, let's talk about studying for the midterms. This time, it's the English edition."
That's when Namiki-san said.
"I'm not good at English. How can I get better?"
I agree with a nod.
"Similar to understanding modern Japanese stories, it's crucial to practice understanding written English. Reading passages out loud is a helpful way to do that."
Then Nakagaito suggests,
"Should we read the textbook again for 10 minutes?"
I disagree with that.
"No, even high school textbooks can be difficult due to the dislike for English. Here's what we'll do instead."
I take out an English picture book.
"It's 'The Very Hungry Caterpillar,' known as 'めっちゃ腹の減った芋虫' in Japan."
"A picture book?"
"Yes, we'll read English picture books out loud. Unlike textbooks, picture books have enjoyable and easy-to-understand English that even young children can like. Plus, you can understand parts you find tricky by looking at the pictures. So, let's start with 10 minutes and aim to read it out loud a total of 20 to 30 times."
"Eh, we'll do it this time too?"
I nodded in response to Nakagaito.
"When you learn English next time, it might be good to use a bigger library with lots of English picture books. It's important to read well, not just in a flat tone, but with the right accents, similar to interpreting modern texts. If you come across words or phrases you don't understand, make sure to check them in the dictionary and write down the words and meanings in your notes."
I said this, and Namiki-san nodded, replying,
"Yes, got it. I'll try it now."
Nakagaito added,
"Sure, I'll give it a shot too."
As the two began reading from an English picture book, I set the kitchen timer for 10 minutes.
At first, they struggled to read smoothly, but with practice, they improved gradually.
They made sure to write down unfamiliar words in their notes.
When the timer rang, I said to them,
"Alright, time's up. How did it go? Any thoughts after trying it out?"
First, Namiki-san replied.
"I have read the Japanese version of this book, so I kind of understood it in English too."
Then Nakagaito added.
"Even though it is a picture book, you should not underestimate it."
I agreed with what they said.
"Yeah, once you start enjoying reading picture book texts, it is a good idea to read English newspapers or novels, sing English songs in karaoke, and watch foreign movies."
"I see."
"Yes, definitely."
"And that is all for this time."
"See you all."
"Goodbye."
With that, we finished discussing studying English and recorded a video with helpful advice.
And this video has already received more than 100,000 views and gained over 10,000 subscribers.
Nakagaito and Namiki-san are both cute, but their personalities are completely different, which made it interested.
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Meanwhile, on an anonymous bulletin board...
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[New members also] Discussion thread about Kenji, Otome and Wakaba [Beautiful girls]
1 Anonymous Boy
This is a thread to talk about the YouTubers Kenji and Otome, and the new friend Wakaba. For now, let's avoid talking about other YouTubers.
2 Anonymous Boy
>>1
Thanks for starting the thread.
3 Anonymous Boy
>>1
Thanks for starting the thread!
But seriously, a new friend already? And Wakaba is really cute.
4 Anonymous Boy
>>3
I wonder if Kenji is really a virgin. Anyway, Wakaba is cute.
5 Anonymous Boy
>>4
Huh? Otome-tan is cuter, don't you think? The way she acts confident but then becomes shy and clingy is the best.
6 Anonymous Boy
>>4
Oh, for sure, Wakaba is cute. It's not just her cuteness, but the fact that she's not confident at all. Actually, her shy and timid nature is especially nice.
7 Anonymous Boy
>>4
>>5
>>6
Well, I guess it's okay that fans disagree on this. They have completely different styles. It's quite a mystery how Kenji managed to attract both of them.
8 Anonymous Boy
>>7
Now, they learn English using English storybooks. It's working out fine, right?
9 Anonymous Girl
>>8
Yeah, maybe.
But Kenji is just teaching.
10 Anonymous Boy
Looks like more people will join us soon.
11 Anonymous Girl
If that happens, let's call it Kenji's Friends Channel, LOL
12 Anonymous Boy
>>11
Certainly
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