Gakken Releases 'Color-Coded Grammar Drill for Reading Comprehension' to Help Students Intuitively Grasp English Structure
Gakken launched a new grammar workbook on May 21st that utilizes a 'color-coding' training method to help students intuitively grasp English sentence structures.
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On May 21, 2026, Gakken Co., Ltd. (Tokyo, Shinagawa), a subsidiary of Gakken Holdings Co., Ltd., released 'Color-Coded Grammar Drill for Reading Comprehension.'
'English reading comprehension' is an essential requirement for university entrance exams. To read accurately and quickly, students need both grammatical knowledge and the ability to grasp English sentence structure, which often pose significant challenges for students who are not confident in English. This workbook is designed to help students master these skills through a 'color-coding' training method.
The main feature of the book is the 'color-coding training' which helps students naturally develop their ability to perceive English. By repeating the following 3 steps, students can steadily master English structures:
[STEP 1] Trace and Color-code: Trace the provided structural analysis symbols in the English text with color markers.
[STEP 2] See and Remember: Observe the color-coded symbols and memorize the order of the colors.
[STEP 3] Reconstruct in the Mind: Recall the color order from STEP 2 and practice 'mental painting' in the brain.
This book presents 50 strictly selected grammar themes essential for reading comprehension. Each theme is formatted as a single two-page spread, with grammar explanations on the left and structural analysis and translation exercises on the right.
The author is English instructor Daichi Maruyama, who utilizes a 'level-by-level x scientific continuation method' to improve students' performance. His previous books include 'Writing Note: English Interpretation.'
Product Overview
■ 'Color-Coded Grammar Drill for Reading Comprehension'
Author: Daichi Maruyama
Price: 1,485 yen (tax included)
Release Date: May 21, 2026
Format: B5 size / 148 pages
ISBN: 978-4-05-306393-9
'English reading comprehension' is an essential requirement for university entrance exams. To read accurately and quickly, students need both grammatical knowledge and the ability to grasp English sentence structure, which often pose significant challenges for students who are not confident in English. This workbook is designed to help students master these skills through a 'color-coding' training method.
The main feature of the book is the 'color-coding training' which helps students naturally develop their ability to perceive English. By repeating the following 3 steps, students can steadily master English structures:
[STEP 1] Trace and Color-code: Trace the provided structural analysis symbols in the English text with color markers.
[STEP 2] See and Remember: Observe the color-coded symbols and memorize the order of the colors.
[STEP 3] Reconstruct in the Mind: Recall the color order from STEP 2 and practice 'mental painting' in the brain.
This book presents 50 strictly selected grammar themes essential for reading comprehension. Each theme is formatted as a single two-page spread, with grammar explanations on the left and structural analysis and translation exercises on the right.
The author is English instructor Daichi Maruyama, who utilizes a 'level-by-level x scientific continuation method' to improve students' performance. His previous books include 'Writing Note: English Interpretation.'
Product Overview
■ 'Color-Coded Grammar Drill for Reading Comprehension'
Author: Daichi Maruyama
Price: 1,485 yen (tax included)
Release Date: May 21, 2026
Format: B5 size / 148 pages
ISBN: 978-4-05-306393-9
FAQ
What is the benefit of the color-coded grammar workbook?
It helps students visualize sentence structure and improves their proficiency in translating English to Japanese.
Who is this book intended for?
It is perfect for high school students preparing for university entrance exams and beginners who struggle with analyzing sentence structures.
What is unique about the color-coding method?
It allows students to intuitively grasp the skeleton of English sentences through a 3-step process of tracing, viewing, and mental reconstruction.