Talk Wise Studio - Master Curriculum Map (English A4 Portrait)

STAGE 1 Phonics Foundations

Ages 7 ~ Early Elementary (Pre-A1)

Classroom Books

Talk Wise Phonics 1 ~ 3

• Master 26 Letter Sounds & 44 Digraphs/Blends
• Short/Long Vowel Rules & Phonics Chants

Tailored Homework

1:1 Prescribed Homework

• Phonics Tracing & Sight Words (100+) Practice
• Oral Reading of Readers & Voice Recording

Key Learning Outcomes

Blend & decode unfamiliar words independently
Fluent oral reading of decodable phonics readers
Touch interactive quizzes & AI voice feedback

STAGE 2 Core Coursebooks

Mid Elementary (A1 ~ A2)

Classroom Books

Talk Wise Coursebook 1 ~ 6

• Core Grammar Concepts & Active Speaking Integration
• Sentence Pattern Drills & Structural Mastery

Tailored Homework

1:1 Prescribed Homework

• Grammar Pattern Writing & Vocab Spelling Mastery
• Weekly Speaking Recording & Daily Starters

Key Learning Outcomes

Master core grammar rules & 800+ essential vocabulary words
Confidently speak 3~5 connected sentences using grammar patterns
Use present, past, and continuous tenses naturally

STAGE 3 Reading & Grammar Studio (Dual Track)

Upper Elementary ~ Middle School 1-2 (A2 ~ B1)

Class 1 (Day 1) : Reading & Syntax Parsing

Reading Studio (Level 1 ~ 8)

• Topic Non-fiction Reading (Science, Social Studies, History, Culture)

• Syntax Parsing & Direct Reading CSAT (Korean SAT) Foundations

• Expand 1,200+ Advanced Words & Passage Discussion

Class 2 (Day 2) : Grammar & School Exam Prep

Grammar Studio (Level 1 ~ 6)

• Systematic 12 Grammar Chapters & Pattern Writing

• Middle School Exam Prep Aligned with Local Curriculum

• Dong-A Yoon / Chunjae So / YBM School Exam Question Packs

Stage 3 Tailored Homework 1:1 Prescribed Assignments: Direct Reading Notebook + Middle School Grammar & Exam Workbooks (Books Library)

Diagnostic Level Based

STAGE 4 Advanced Writing & Essay

Middle School 2-3 ~ High School Prep (B1 ~ B2)

Classroom Books

Weaving It Together 1 ~ 4

• Academic Passage Reading & Paragraph Structure
• (Transitioning to Talk Wise Weaving Essays)

Tailored Homework

1:1 Essay Editing & Drafts

• Essay Outlines & Topic Sentences
• 1st & 2nd Draft Revision Notes

Key Learning Outcomes

Write 4~5 paragraph structured academic essays
Achieve CSAT (Korean SAT) Level 1 (90+ pts) Reading Foundations
Develop Critical Thinking on global topics & science

1:1 Tailored Homework Assignment System (Books Library) Custom prescribed workbooks from our Books Library based on individual student level & diagnostic needs

🔤 Phonics : Sounds & Sight Words 📖 Vocabulary : Core Academic Words ✍️ Writing : Sentences & Essays 📝 Grammar : Foundations & Middle School

🏛️ 1. How Talk Wise Compares to Other Academies

A Parent's Guide Across Major ESL Academy Types

Feature Category	🏬 Large Franchise Chains (대형 프랜차이즈 체인)	🏠 Local Academies & Study Rooms (동네 학원 / 교습소)	🌟 Talk Wise Studio Talk Wise Studio (Smart 1:1 Tailored Studio)
Curriculum & Textbooks	Third-party publisher books (Journeys, Wonders) or standard franchised paper books.	Generic commercial off-the-shelf books (Bricks, Ne-Nungyule, E-Future).	100% In-House Custom Books Library Proprietary complete series: Coursebooks 16, Reading Studio 18, Grammar Studio 16, Phonics 13.
Classroom Teaching Method	Traditional lecture / paper-focused with standard projector.	Paper-heavy, teacher-led lecture, board writing.	Interactive Smart Digital Platform Screen-based interactive activities, integrated audio/video, daily starters & digital whiteboard tools.
Homework System	Fixed, heavy, uniform paper workbooks for the entire class.	Standard workbook drills (same for all students in the class).	1:1 Tailored Homework System Prescribed individually per student from the Books Library (Phonics, Vocab, Writing, Grammar).
Middle School Exam Prep (내신)	Often weak on local Korean middle school exam specifics (focused mostly on general ESL).	Focuses on exams, but relies on plain exam question banks without speaking integration.	Dual-Track System Class 1 (Reading & Syntax Parsing) + Class 2 (Grammar & Gangdong Middle School Exam Prep: Dong-A Yoon, Chunjae So, YBM).
Student Motivation & Gamification	Basic points or sticker charts; often feels high-stress.	Minimal or manual sticker charts.	Gamified Classroom Engine Interactive gamified activities, mystery boxes, spinners & team quiz challenges.

🎯 2. Why Parents Choose Talk Wise Studio

4 Core Commitments to Your Child's English Success

ADV 1

100% In-House Proprietary Books vs. Commercial Publisher Books
A Cohesive, High-Caliber Curriculum Designed Specifically for Our Students

❌ The Common Limitation: Most academies piece together unrelated commercial books (Bricks, Grammar Joy). Because these books aren't interconnected, children often repeat fragmented drills without a coherent long-term learning path.

⭐ The Talk Wise Solution: We teach with our own complete, proprietary textbook series (Coursebooks, Reading Studio, Grammar Studio). Every skill connects seamlessly to give your child clear, progressive mastery.

ADV 2

1:1 Tailored Homework vs. One-Size-Fits-All Assignments
Precision Homework Prescribed for Your Child's Exact Needs

❌ The Common Limitation: In large group classes, every student gets identical workbook pages—regardless of whether your child needs phonics reinforcement or targeted grammar clinic support, leading to wasted study time.

⭐ The Talk Wise Solution: Through regular diagnostic assessments, we prescribe individualized homework from our Books Library. Your child focuses precisely on their own growth areas without unnecessary repetitive drills.

ADV 3

Dual-Track System: Active Speaking + Local Exam Prep (내신)
No Need to Choose Between Real Fluency and School Test Scores

❌ The Challenge Parents Face: "ESL conversation academies leave children vulnerable on middle school grammar, while traditional cram schools produce test takers who cannot speak English." Parents shouldn't have to compromise.

⭐ The Talk Wise Solution: Our weekly 2-class dual system provides both: Class 1 masters reading syntax and active discussion, while Class 2 builds structured grammar and targets local Gangdong middle school exams (Dong-A, Chunjae, YBM).

ADV 4

Interactive Smart Classroom vs. Passive Paper Lectures
Your Child Actively Participates as the Protagonist of Every Lesson

❌ The Common Limitation: Traditional 60-minute teacher-led paper lectures quickly cause young learners to lose focus, turning English from an exciting language into a burdensome memorization task.

⭐ The Talk Wise Solution: Through interactive screen-based activities, Vocab Hub, Phonics Board, and team challenges, your child stays fully immersed—actively speaking, engaging, and building genuine confidence.

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