[Poplar Co., Ltd.] Poplar Co., Ltd. commends Ryokuen Compulsory Education School (first semester), which is implementing the all-you-can-read electronic library “Yomokka!” on a trial basis
Poplar Co., Ltd. Press release: October 2, 2024 Poplar Inc. commends Ryokuen Compulsory Education School (first semester), which is implementing the all-you-can-read digital library “Yomokka!” on a trial basis. Recognized for reading the most e-books in one month in August among schools nationwide that have introduced “Yomokka!”
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opportunities for children, the Yokohama City Board of Education and Poplar Inc. entered into a collaboration agreement in July 2020, and the company’s all-you-can-read digital library “Yomokka!” will be trialled in nine schools. I’m doing it. The reason for the award is that during the first month of August, the trial school, Ryokuen Compulsory Education School (first half course), read the most e-books among schools nationwide that have introduced Yomokka! It’s Tame (*). We would like to inform you about the award ceremony held on September 27th. 『Yomokka!』▶
https://kodomottolab.poplar.co.jp/mottosokka/yomokka/ *Note: Ranked No. 1 in the nation in total number of books read by children (number of times the “read” button was pressed) in August 1. Details of the award The number of books read by each school (*) in August using Yomokka! was the highest among the schools that introduced it. Midorien Compulsory Education School (first semester course) read a total of 23,408 e-books (*) on “Yomokka!” during the August term. *Note: Total number of books read by children in August (number of times the “read” button was pressed) Reason for award Among the nine schools in the city where trial introduction began in July, Midorien Compulsory Education School (first half course) was the first to distribute accounts to children and actively worked on using the system. As a result of this initiative, the amount of reading on Yomokka! in August was outstanding among schools across the country that had introduced Yomokka! Since we would like to see you lead the way, we have given you this special award. We hope that as the use of “Yomokka!” progresses in schools that have introduced it on a trial basis, e-books will become a new reading option in addition to paper books, and that children’s reading environment will become richer. We would also like to work together with Yokohama City. 2. Scene from the award ceremony ■Date/Time/Venue Friday, September 27, 2020 10:25-10:50 Ryokuen Compulsory Education School School Library ■Content ・Awarding of certificates and commemorative items, thank you speech from the principal, words of the children, commemorative photo, etc. ・On behalf of the school, Kato, President and CEO of Poplar Inc., presented certificates and commemorative gifts to the children on the library committee. ・The children were very excited about the surprise appearance of Zorori Kaiketsu!
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/31579/902/31579-902-f9455d7b459cc5d0ae0ca400030c2665-1888×860.png Commemorative photo after the award ceremony/Photographed by Poplar Publishing ■Main comments from children and teachers Children When I make a presentation in class about social history or authors of Japanese language, I use Yomokka! to look up materials, and for me it has become an essential part of my classes. (6th grade) Faculty I also used it for my summer reading assignment. The program has been well received, with some parents saying things like, “I don’t read much paper books, but I enjoy reading e-books.I think this is a very good initiative.” ■Comments from those involved at the award ceremony Mr. Hiroyuki Noguchi, Principal of Ryokuen Compulsory Education School Thank you very much for this award. I feel very honored. This award was a result of the many books the children read through “Yomokka!”. I would like to praise all the children and hope that they will continue to read a lot of books, both paper books and e-books, depending on the situation, and continue to love reading. Poplar Co., Ltd. President and Representative Director Hiroki Kato We always create books while imagining the feelings of our readers. I was really looking forward to meeting everyone at Ryokuen Compulsory Education School who loves books. I first fell in love with books when I read “Kaiketsu Zorori” in the school library when I was in the lower grades of elementary school. Like you, the school library is a very important place for me. Please continue to read a lot of books, both paper books and “Yomokka!”, and continue to fall in love with books. And just like I was able to meet you all today, I hope that through reading, the circle of connections between people will continue to expand. ●About the collaboration agreement between Yokohama City Board of Education and Poplar Corporation (reference) The Yokohama City Board of Education and Poplar Inc. have entered into a partnership agreement to enhance children’s reading opportunities. In order to enrich the school libraries of nine oversized schools, we have begun trial implementation of the all-you-can-read digital library “Yomokka!”! [Even children who like books and those who don’t like books will want to read! What is the all-you-can-read digital library “Yomokka!”? 】
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/31579/902/31579-902-c9af8a30fe2570a75e120c81c1612a95-3027×1010.png “Yomokka!” is an all-you-can-read digital library based on the concept of “anytime, anywhere, as much as you want!” and aims to support children’s reading environment and provide them with a new reading experience. . Since multiple people can read the same book at the same time, it is useful not only during morning reading time, but also during class, such as parallel reading and research study. You can also take it home and enjoy reading. In order to respond to children’s diverse interests, we have assembled a variety of works from Poplar Publishing and participating publishers who sympathize with the philosophy of “Yomokka!”, and currently have over 4,300 works from 38 companies (by 2024). (as of October). The published works will be added from time to time. The interface has been devised so that children can operate it intuitively, so they can start using it without spending time introducing it. In addition, it is equipped with a function that not only allows children to read books, but also allows them to encounter various books, allowing children to expand their reading horizons. This is a service that will make children who like books love it even more, and will give even children who don’t like books an opportunity to start reading. ・Press release: [Survey of 1,825 child users] An all-you-can-read digital library for children that is effective even for children who are not good at reading books and that will help them “love reading” releases survey results (May 2024) 27th) ▶ ・Service site▶
https://kodomottolab.poplar.co.jp/mottosokka/yomokka/ [About “MottoSokka!”, a book and learning platform for elementary and junior high schools] “MottoSokka!” is a book and learning platform that provides children with a cycle of spontaneous learning that begins with curiosity through “reading experiences” and “exploration experiences.” We provide two services: the all-you-can-read electronic library “Yomokka!” and the online encyclopedia service “Sagasokka!”. Please see the service site for details such as applying for a trial ID, requesting materials, and introducing usage examples. ・MottoSokka! Service site▶ https://kodomottolab.poplar.co.jp/mottosokka/ [About Poplar Inc.’s children’s learning project “Children’s Lab”] In 2021, Poplar Co., Ltd. will launch a children’s learning project, “Kodo More Lab,” with the concept of “more play, more learning,” and content that fosters children’s curiosity and supports the cycle of spontaneous learning. We are developing services and publishing business. ・“Kodomotto Lab” brand site ▶ https://kodomottolab.poplar.co.jp/ [Publisher introduction] Company name: Poplar Co., Ltd. Head office location: 12th floor, JR Meguro MARC Building, 3-5-8 Nishigotanda, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo Established: June 1947 Business content: Publishing of children’s books, general books, learning materials, encyclopedias, etc. and educational ICT business Corporate site: https://www.poplar.co.jp/