From Decoding to Joy: Rethinking Early Literacy in Japanese

Replay of the 2025 AFMLTA National Conference presentation by Monique (JapanEasyReads)

What if your students could read longer texts with confidence—even in the early years of Japanese? In this powerful session, Monique shares findings from her Early Literacy Project, a literacy-focused, research-backed approach that helped Year 2–4 learners build reading fluency, comprehension, and confidence through stories and meaningful input.

This 30-minute replay will inspire you to:
✅ Rethink the role of script memorisation 
✅ Scaffold comprehension in simple, low-pressure ways
✅ Bring language to life through co-created texts 
✅ Boost student engagement by nurturing autonomy, mastery, and connection
✅ Create a literacy pathway that supports all learners, not just the strongest

For teachers seeking to shift from ‘covering content’ to cultivating true comprehension and a love of reading.