At first, my son, who was shy and only spoke in a quiet voice…
Mukuma-san had been exposed to English picture books and songs from a young age, and started attending an English kindergarten at the age of 3. However, after graduation, opportunities to use English decreased, and his mother became worried that he might lose the chance to speak English altogether.
While looking for ways to continue his English learning at home, they found 51Talk.
A Shy Start, Then a Big Change
When Mukuma-san first tried the trial lesson, he was very shy and only answered in a quiet voice. But, through the teacher’s gentle and fun guidance, he slowly began to relax. And one day, when his mother saw him answering in English on his own, she couldn’t help but feel a warm rush of emotion.
“When’s the Next Lesson?” – Learning Became His Own Will
What started as a one-month trial contract quickly turned into a long-term commitment, and now, over a year later, Mukuma-san continues his lessons.
His mother shares, “The flexibility of online lessons is great. It allows us to maintain our routine while continuing his studies.”
What surprised them most was how much his motivation grew. The “Elfland reward system” and “avatar collecting” strategies motivated him even more. Now, he eagerly says, “I want to book the next lesson!”
What was once, “Are we having a lesson today?” now became, “When’s the next lesson?” — a huge transformation.
From Silent to Expressive
In just four months, his mother was amazed by his growth:
He confidently speaks even difficult English sentences.
Instead of staying silent when unsure, he now tries to express himself in English.
During lessons, he has become more proactive, even sometimes taking the role of “leader” in class.
His mother happily says, “He’s growing at an incredible speed. My son is not just learning English; he’s gaining confidence in himself.”
A Message from His Mother
“I understand how difficult it can be to choose the right way for your child to learn English. But, first, try 51Talk. You’ll see your child’s transformation firsthand. My son always smiles and says, ‘Mom, I want to take another lesson!'”
