Recommended for 4th graders! A collection of easy self-study ideas to try

Children’s words become haiku.

[12th Chatty Haiku] Children's words become haiku! [Part 1]

Let’s jot down honest feelings! Here’s an idea for turning children’s words into haiku.

Kids’ words are often free of pretense and express genuine emotions.

It’s a unique activity you can try together with a parent or guardian, so give it a go.

Many caregivers probably remember things their children say in daily life or when out and about, right? Use those words just as they are and turn them into haiku.

It’s a wonderful idea for children and their caregivers to compose together.

Is it okay if there’s no seasonal word?

[One Phrase, One Play] Listener Letters #12 [On seasonless haiku: “Is it okay not to use a kigo?”]

Let’s clear up a simple question! Is it okay not to use a seasonal word (kigo)? Here are some ideas.

In haiku, there’s a rule that you should use a kigo.

However, there are haiku that don’t use one.

If children are curious about this, let’s work through it together! In the video, a teacher who is both a haiku poet and an essayist explains “muki” (haiku without seasonal words).

Once their questions are resolved, understanding should progress smoothly.

Be sure to give it a try.

10 Summer Kigo That Are Easy for Elementary School Students to Use

[Haiku Basics] 10 Summer Season Words That Are Easy for Elementary School Students to Use!!

Easy to visualize! Here are 10 summer kigo (seasonal words) that are easy for elementary school students to use.

In haiku there’s a rule to include a kigo, but many people may feel, “I can’t even imagine which seasonal words to use,” or “Examples of kigo would make it easier to compose haiku.” These ideas present 10 summer kigo that are simple enough for elementary schoolers to use when you need them.

The video also introduces their origins along with examples, so it looks like you can deepen your learning too! Be sure to give them a try.

Summer haiku with gestures

[Educational] Summer Haiku 2 ♪ <with gestures>

A great way to spark your interest in haiku! Here are some summer haiku ideas with simple gestures.

Many people may not have many chances to encounter haiku in everyday life.

The three great masters of Edo-period haikai are the famous Kobayashi Issa, Matsuo Basho, and Yosa Buson.

This time, let’s learn a famous haiku by Yosa Buson, matching it to rhythm and easy choreography! In the video, it’s arranged with elements like quiz-style segments and upbeat recitation.

Give it a try!

How to write a simple haiku

How to write a simple haiku

Let’s learn through a dialogue-style video! Here are some ideas for how to write simple haiku.

These tips are recommended for people who aren’t sure what key points to focus on when composing haiku.

The video is structured as a dialogue with illustrations, so it should be easy for elementary school students to follow.

It also seems like a good opportunity to think about how to structure a haiku so you can enjoy composing them! Give it a try and incorporate it into your learning.

Fossil making

At-Home Kids’ Science Class (Upper Grades): “Let’s Make Fossils!”

Get hands-on with shells! Here are some ideas for making your own “fossils.” We often hear that real fossilization can take over ten thousand years.

When dinosaur bones or ancient life fossils are discovered, they’re frequently featured in the news and media.

This time, let’s use shells to create specimens that look just like fossils! In the video, we clearly explain each step of the specimen-making process.

Take this opportunity to give it a try!

Pop a balloon with an orange peel

Balloon bursts from mandarin juice

This is an experiment you can do using an orange you’ve finished eating.

You will need orange peel and a balloon.

First, peel the orange and inflate the balloon so that it’s not too tight.

Then squeeze the juice/oil from the orange peel onto the balloon.

The balloon will pop.

Try recording a video and writing a report on why it burst.