Gakken Releases 2027 Edition Elementary School Prep Workbook with 9 Special Supplements Including Crime Prevention and Programming
Gakken Co., Ltd. has launched the 2027 edition of its comprehensive elementary school preparation workbook. Released on May 21, 2026, it features nine special educational tools covering academics, programming, financial literacy, and new crime prevention materials to support a smooth transition for upcoming first graders.
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Gakken Co., Ltd. (Shinagawa, Tokyo; CEO: Tatsuya Nanjo), a subsidiary of Gakken Holdings, released "Brain Development x Gakken Classroom: Preparation for Elementary School 2027 Edition" on May 21, 2026.
As families begin school bag shopping ('Ran-katsu') for the 2027 school year, this workbook offers a complete solution for both academic and life skill preparations. In addition to basic Japanese, Math, and Life Skills, the book includes sections on English, programming, and financial education. Notably, new posters focused on crime prevention during school commutes have been added to the package.
### Nine Major Educational Supplements:
1. **1st Grade Prep Book:** Instructions on pencil holding and introduction to English apps.
2. **Programming & Money Trial Work:** Preview of popular specialized series.
3. **Alphabet/Kanji Poster:** Wall-mounted reference for writing.
4. **1st Grade Ruler Set:** A durable set of four plastic rulers.
5. **Erasable Practice Board:** Use with water-based markers for repeated practice.
6. **Rotating Clock Board:** Moveable hands to learn time-telling.
7. **Reward Stickers:** Motivation boosters for children.
8. **[NEW] Crime Prevention Safety Poster:** Practicing responses to dangerous situations.
9. **[NEW] 'Ika no Osushi' Promise Poster:** Daily confirmation of basic safety rules.
### Academic Coverage:
- **Japanese:** Covers Hiragana, Katakana, and basic Kanji.
- **Math:** Focuses on numbers up to 20 and addition/subtraction within 10.
- **Intelligence & Life Skills:** Covers school habits, nature/science topics, and general knowledge.
The content is designed to cycle through subjects to keep children engaged. Gakken also offers specialized 'Japanese' and 'Math' prep books for those seeking more advanced challenges.
### Product Overview:
- **Title:** Brain Development x Gakken Classroom: Preparation for Elementary School 2027 Edition
- **Price:** 1,045 JPY (tax included)
- **Release Date:** May 21, 2026
- **Format:** A4 size / 64 pages
- **Publisher:** Gakken Co., Ltd.
As families begin school bag shopping ('Ran-katsu') for the 2027 school year, this workbook offers a complete solution for both academic and life skill preparations. In addition to basic Japanese, Math, and Life Skills, the book includes sections on English, programming, and financial education. Notably, new posters focused on crime prevention during school commutes have been added to the package.
### Nine Major Educational Supplements:
1. **1st Grade Prep Book:** Instructions on pencil holding and introduction to English apps.
2. **Programming & Money Trial Work:** Preview of popular specialized series.
3. **Alphabet/Kanji Poster:** Wall-mounted reference for writing.
4. **1st Grade Ruler Set:** A durable set of four plastic rulers.
5. **Erasable Practice Board:** Use with water-based markers for repeated practice.
6. **Rotating Clock Board:** Moveable hands to learn time-telling.
7. **Reward Stickers:** Motivation boosters for children.
8. **[NEW] Crime Prevention Safety Poster:** Practicing responses to dangerous situations.
9. **[NEW] 'Ika no Osushi' Promise Poster:** Daily confirmation of basic safety rules.
### Academic Coverage:
- **Japanese:** Covers Hiragana, Katakana, and basic Kanji.
- **Math:** Focuses on numbers up to 20 and addition/subtraction within 10.
- **Intelligence & Life Skills:** Covers school habits, nature/science topics, and general knowledge.
The content is designed to cycle through subjects to keep children engaged. Gakken also offers specialized 'Japanese' and 'Math' prep books for those seeking more advanced challenges.
### Product Overview:
- **Title:** Brain Development x Gakken Classroom: Preparation for Elementary School 2027 Edition
- **Price:** 1,045 JPY (tax included)
- **Release Date:** May 21, 2026
- **Format:** A4 size / 64 pages
- **Publisher:** Gakken Co., Ltd.
FAQ
『入学準備 2027年度版』の発売日と価格を教えてください。
2026年5月21日に発売され、定価は1,045円（税込）です。
このワークで学べる主要な教科は何ですか？
国語（ひらがな・かたかな・漢字）、算数（数、たし算・ひき算）、ちえ・生活（習慣、知識、理科的内容）のほか、英語、プログラミング、お金についても触れています。
付属する「9大特別教材」にはどのようなものがありますか？
1年生じゅんびブック、プログラミング＆おかねおためしワーク、ひらがな・かたかな・かん字ポスター、1年生じょうぎセット、おけいこボード、とけいボード、がんばりシール、そして新登場の防犯ポスター2種が含まれます。
新たに追加された防犯ポスターの内容は何ですか？
登下校中の危険に備える「ぼうはん あんしんポスター」と、防犯の合言葉を確認する「いかのおすし おやくそくポスター」の2点です。
シリーズの他のラインナップはありますか？
より深く学習したい方向けに『入学準備 こくご』と『入学準備 さんすう』も展開されています。