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Saegaero Education Chronology

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  1. Saegaero Education Established

    Saegaero Education was founded with the aim of providing children with opportunities to explore a wider world through high-quality educational content and helping them grow into creative, globally minded individuals who will shape the future. We have introduced outstanding educational programmes and content, recognised and trusted worldwide, to the Korean market, continuously adapting and developing them to meet the needs of Korean learners and the local educational environment. We place great value on creating a learning environment where children can enjoy learning naturally, develop independent thinking, and grow with confidence. Moving forward, we will continue to serve as a bridge between the world and education, creating greater educational opportunities and delivering lasting value for future generations.

    Saegaero Education in 1999, with the company registration certificate and original office
  2. Imported the HIGH Q Series from McClanahan Book Company

    Introduced Immersion Education through the Import of 24 Titles in the HIGH Q Workbook Series.

  3. Imported Poetry Pals

  4. Imported Blue’s Clues from Simon & Schuster

  5. Imported Oxford Reading Tree (ORT) from Oxford University Press

    Began importing and distributing ORT normal books, one of Oxford University Press’s flagship product lines, in Korea.

    Oxford Reading Tree books introduced to Korea
  6. Launched ORT Read at Home and Began Exclusive Distribution in Korea

  7. Developed the U.S. Edition of the Oxford Reading Tree Audio CD Series

    Developed Korea’s first ORT Audio CD series, helping children improve their English listening and speaking skills by listening to and repeating native English pronunciation.

    Oxford Reading Tree books and Audio CDs with a CD player
  8. Signed a Licensing Agreement with HIT Entertainment for The Magic Key

    Launched all 26 episodes of The Magic Key, an animated series based on the magical adventures of Oxford Reading Tree, which was adapted and successfully broadcast as part of the BBC Schools programme in the UK.

    The Magic Key at a BBC television studio
  9. Developed the ORT Floppy’s Phonics Audio CD Series

    In response to the growing importance of phonics education, developed an Audio CD series featuring familiar ORT characters to help children learn English sounds and pronunciation rules in a fun and natural way.

  10. Developed the Oxford Read Write Inc. Audio CD Series

    Developed a phonics training programme based on storybooks featuring Ruth Miskin’s comprehensive reading skills. The programme helps children of all abilities learn to read through the engaging approach: “Read it! Write it! Say it!”

  11. Developed the Project X Audio CD Series

    An exciting adventure series featuring newly created 3D characters, taking children on thrilling journeys of discovery.

  12. Developed the TreeTops Time Chronicles Audio CD Series

    Developed an exciting adventure series based on real historical events, helping children build historical knowledge and progress towards independent reading.

    TreeTops Time Chronicles books during Audio CD development
  13. Launched the Oxford Reading Tree Workbooks

    Developed a total of 261 workbooks to help children review what they have read and check their understanding of the Oxford Reading Tree series.

  14. Developed the Oxford Reading Tree Decode & Develop Audio CD Series

    Developed an Audio CD series that integrates phonics learning with reading development, helping children progressively build their English reading skills and develop independent reading habits.

  15. Developed the Oxford Reading Tree Traditional Tales Audio CD Series

    Developed an Audio CD series based on traditional tales from around the world, introducing children to diverse cultures and traditions through engaging stories while helping them develop their English listening and reading skills.

    Oxford Reading Tree Traditional Tales books and Audio CDs in a recording studio
  16. Developed the Oxford Reading Tree Sound Books & Reading Pen

    Developed Sound Books integrating printed books with audio technology, along with a dedicated Reading Pen, to enhance the Oxford Reading Tree learning experience. These innovative tools help children naturally develop their English listening and reading skills by listening to and repeating native English pronunciation.

  17. Launched Oxford Reading Tree Sound Books on GS Home Shopping

    Launched the series as a complete set covering Stages 1+ to 9, achieving great success from the very first broadcast.

  18. Ranked No. 1 in Sales in the Education & Cultural Content Category on GS Home Shopping

    Completed 348 Oxford Reading Tree Sound Books and developed the ORT Sound Context Cards and ORT Magic Chart.

  19. Donated Books to Community Child Centres Nationwide in Partnership with Children and Future

  20. Developed the Project X – Alien Adventures Sound Books

    Featuring thrilling and exciting adventures with Nok, an alien from 150 million light-years away.

  21. Developed the Project X – CODE Audio CD Series

    Developed an exciting adventure series set in space, featuring distinctive 3D characters and inspiring children’s imagination and curiosity for exploration.

  22. Developed the I Can Speak Reading Books

    Developed to help parents and children learn two languages naturally together.

  23. Launched Oxford Reading Tree Sound Books on CJ Onstyle

  24. Developed the ORT Explore Audio CD Series
    Developed 54 ORT Explore Sound Books

    Combining fiction and non-fiction, the series introduces children to a wide range of knowledge and information across various subjects, including history, society, geography, notable people, and the arts, helping them build a broad base of background knowledge in an engaging way.

  25. Developed the ORT Dictionaries Sound Books

    Developed to help children learn a wide range of vocabulary and expressions from the Oxford Reading Tree series in an easy and enjoyable way.

    Oxford Reading Tree Dictionaries books and an audio editing screen
  26. Received the Minister of Economy and Finance Commendation on the 56th Taxpayers’ Day

  27. Developed the Green Sparks Sound Books

    Developed around the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the series helps children understand a wide range of environmental and social issues and grow into global citizens who can contribute to building a sustainable future.