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A Curriculum That’s Anything But Boring

Forget phonics drills and grocery store vocabulary.

At Nao Now, we believe kids learn best when they care about what they’re learning. That’s why our curriculum blends real-world topics, project-based activities, and multisensory learning to help students fall in love with English—without even realizing it.

We explore sibling bonds and inner strength through Elsa’s journey in Frozen.

We teach torque through Steph Curry’s jump shots.

We break down fame, passion, and perseverance through BTS’s rise to stardom.

Our topics aren’t pulled from textbooks—they’re written in-house by experts, designed for young learners, and built to stretch minds, not just vocab lists.

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What Happens When English Is Fun, Not Forced?

When English feels natural, not like a chore, kids open up. They take risks. They speak more. By tapping into their interests—and building lessons around curiosity, movement, and creativity—Nao Now helps kids absorb English the way they learned their first language: through connection and joy.

This isn’t English class. This is how kids grow—through curiosity, confidence, and conversation.

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Proven Curriculum,
Visible Results

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Engagement leads to retention.

Emotionally engaged learners retain up to 42% more vocabulary over time.
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Movement leads to memory.

Kinesthetic learning improves recall by 30%, especially for young learners.
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Topics lead to real-life application.

Interdisciplinary lessons double the likelihood of students using new vocabulary in real conversations.

Here’s How Nao Now Classes Work

Our classes are designed so your child wants to speak English—learning through real expression and communication. That’s what builds real fluency.

Choose a Topic

Kids choose fun, everyday topics or games in English that they’re genuinely interested in.

Live 1:1 Lesson

Children join a live video class with a mentor, learning English through topics centered on American culture.

AI Feedback

Through fun homework assignments like speech and video creation, kids improve their expression skills with feedback powered by AI.

Repeat and Grow

Students build fluency naturally through review videos and consistent feedback.

Fun English Topics That Get Kids Talking

Beginner Basics

Bubba Bear Lesson

We build the foundation with phonics, movement, and imagination. Each letter is connected to a lovable animal character—like Allie Alligator for “a” and Bubba Bear for “b”—to make learning memorable and engaging. We focus on three key skills: learning letters, understanding the sounds they make, and practicing phonics through playful, movement-based activities. This level is perfect for kids with zero English ability, making their first steps in English fun, active, and confidence-building.

Pre-Level 1

Dogs Wear Clothes!

What happens when dogs wear clothes? You get giggles, imagination, and a great first step into English! This fun, fashion-forward lesson introduces clothing vocabulary like hat, shirt, and boots through cute animals in silly outfits. It’s more than just vocabulary—this lesson sparks creativity, builds early sentence skills, and gets kids laughing while learning. It’s all about using humor and imagination to help kids feel excited and engaged in English.

Level 1

Meet the Sanrio Friends

From Hello Kitty to My Melody, students explore the wonderfully diverse world of Sanrio. Each character has a unique look, personality, and story—giving children the chance to talk about differences, similarities, identity, and values in a way that feels fun and accessible. This lesson blends social-emotional learning, descriptive language, early literacy, and visual interpretation. With stories, games, and dialogue, it helps children celebrate diversity and speak with confidence about the characters they love.

Level 2

The Golden Gate Bridge

In this cross-disciplinary lesson, students explore American culture through one of its most iconic landmarks. Why is the bridge red? What makes it so famous? Students practice English while learning about the cultural significance of the Golden Gate Bridge, its role in American history, and its connection to innovation and design. It’s a dynamic blend of language learning, cultural exploration, and real-world context that makes learning both meaningful and memorable.

Level 3

American Foods

Food becomes the gateway to learning in this flavorful and fun lesson. Students explore classic American dishes while comparing them with meals from their own cultures. They learn food-related vocabulary, but also cultural context, ingredients, flavor profiles, and meal traditions. It’s a rich, interdisciplinary experience combining language learning, social studies, and oral storytelling. Students describe recipes, explain steps using sequencing words, and build confidence in speaking. They also strengthen cross-cultural awareness and engage in collaborative conversation with American mentors.

Level 4

The Science Behind Steph Curry’s Basketball Shot

This action-packed lesson blends sports, science, and pop culture to make academic English come alive. Why does Steph Curry’s shot spin perfectly through the air? Students learn physics terms like torque, backspin, and trajectory while exploring what makes him such a successful athlete. We combine scientific reasoning, observation, and conversation in a fast-paced, engaging way. It’s a fun and relatable lesson that shows how English can help us explore real-world topics we care about.

Level 5

BTS and the Language of Fame

How does a global phenomenon like BTS rise to international stardom? This lesson dives into music, media, culture, and identity—all while building advanced English skills. Students analyze BTS lyrics, discuss the group’s public image, and reflect on the power of storytelling through music. This interdisciplinary lesson blends language learning, media studies, pop culture, and self-expression. Students engage in critical thinking by debating what makes BTS a cultural icon and explore how their message of self-love and social awareness has influenced fans around the world. It’s dynamic, thought-provoking, and emotionally resonant—perfect for inspiring deep conversations and sharpening fluency.

Every Lesson Builds
Core Skills

Warm-Up:

Pronunciation & Rhythm Practice

Prepares kids to start speaking English confidently

Free Talk:

Topic-Based Conversations

Encourages spontaneous speaking

Vocabulary Learning:

Image + Word Association

Strengthens foundational elementary vocabulary

Word Games:

English Games for Kids

Reinforces learning through repetition and recognition

Video Watching:

Culture, Science, Art Topics

Enhances immersive lesson experiences

Reading Passages:

Culturally Relevant Texts

Improves CEFR-aligned reading comprehension

Q&A:

Critical Thinking-Based Questions

Boosts expression and logical thinking skills

Sharing Time:

Opinion Sharing

Builds confidence and communication skills

Play:

Disney-Inspired Learning Spaces

Builds confidence through immersive role-play

Homework

Video Presentations & Research

Strengthens real-world usage and presentation skills

Nao Now’s Level Alignment with Global Standards

Nao Now’s curriculum aligns with global standards—CEFR, Lexile, TOEFL, and IELTS—so you can clearly track your child’s English progress.

Beginner Basics

Pre-level 1

Level 1

Level 2

Level 3

Level 4

Level 5

CEFR
Pre -A1
A1
A1 – A2
A2 – B1
B1 – B2
B2 – C1
C1 – C2
Lexile
BR
200L–300L
300L–500L
500L–700L
700L–850L
850L–1050L
1050L–1200L (or higher)
TOEFL
-
-
20-31
20-34
35-78
79-105
110-120
IELTS
-
-
-
<4.0
4.0-6.5
5.5-8.0
7.0-9.0
Learning Goals
Focuses on learning the alphabet and recognizing simple words
Focuses on basic vocabulary and sentence structure
Focuses on analyzing reading with introduction to conversation
Focuses on forming proper oral and written sentences
Focuses on understanding and analyzing more complex vocabulary
Focuses on understanding and analyzing and discussing external information
Focuses on critical thinking skills and mastering oral capabilities

Speaking

Beginner Basics

CEFR
Pre -A1
Lexile
BR
TOEFL
-
IELTS
-
Learning Goals
Focuses on learning the alphabet and recognizing simple words

Speaking

Pre-level 1

CEFR
A1
Lexile
200L–300L
TOEFL
-
IELTS
-
Learning Goals
Focuses on basic vocabulary and sentence structure

Speaking

Level 1

CEFR
A1 – A2
Lexile
300L–500L
TOEFL
20-31
IELTS
-
Learning Goals
Focuses on analyzing reading with introduction to conversation

Speaking

Level 2

CEFR
A2 – B1
Lexile
500L–700L
TOEFL
20-34
IELTS
<4.0
Learning Goals
Focuses on forming proper oral and written sentences

Speaking

Level 3

CEFR
B1 – B2
Lexile
700L–850L
TOEFL
35-78
IELTS
4.0-6.5
Learning Goals
Focuses on understanding and analyzing more complex vocabulary

Speaking

Level 4

CEFR
B2 – C1
Lexile
850L–1050L
TOEFL
79-105
IELTS
5.5-8.0
Learning Goals
Focuses on understanding and analyzing and discussing external information

Speaking

Level 5

CEFR
C1 – C2
Lexile
1050L–1200L (or higher)
TOEFL
110-120
IELTS
7.0-9.0
Learning Goals
Focuses on critical thinking skills and mastering oral capabilities

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