Registration for the Kids Creative Lab’s 2021 programs is now open! We’ve prepared a variety of programs, including events held in Takeshiba—where the CANVAS office is located—and “My Secret Hideout,” where you can enjoy workshops online from the comfort of your own home!

https://www.canvas.ws/kenkyujo/

We’ve also released a promotional video for the Kids Creative Lab [Online] series, “Secret Hideout at Home.” The video features footage from an actual online workshop, with the instructor discussing the values we prioritize in our workshops.

https://youtu.be/fkmYfhKdsck

The awards ceremony for the Digital Ehon Award 2020—which received a record-breaking 408 entries from 23 countries—is scheduled for March! Details will be announced on the Digital Ehon Award official website.

http://www.digitalehonaward.net/

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The Kids Creative Lab has been a huge hit! At our new Takeshiba location, kids will search for mysterious creatures and try their hand at creating music with robots… We can’t wait to see how everyone’s discoveries and flashes of inspiration will spread throughout the lab!

Preschoolers: https://www.canvas.ws/kenkyujo/laboratory/ cat111takeshiba2021_y.php

Elementary School Students　 https://www.canvas.ws/kenkyujo/laboratory/ cat111takeshiba2021_s.php

The Kids Creative Lab is a huge hit! At our new Takeshiba location, kids can search for mysterious creatures, build their own obstacle courses using their bodies, and more… I wonder how everyone’s discoveries and flashes of inspiration will spread throughout the lab?

Preschoolers https://www.canvas.ws/kenkyujo/laboratory/ cat111takeshiba1st_y.php

Elementary School Students　 https://www.canvas.ws/kenkyujo/laboratory/ cat111takeshiba1st_s.php

The Kids Creative Institute’s online series, “Secret Hideout in Our Home,” has been very well-received. The setting for “Secret Hideout at Home” is wherever you are right now. You’ll create things using everyday items, move your body, and conduct experiments. Our goal is to enrich and transform your daily lives through these workshops and your own “exploration.”

https://www.canvas.ws/kenkyujo/laboratory/ openhk2021.php

We’re pleased to present the Kids Creative Institute’s popular online series, “Secret Hideout at Home.” The setting for “Secret Hideout at Home” is wherever you are right now. You’ll create things using everyday items, move your body, and conduct experiments. Our goal is to help enrich and transform everyone’s daily lives through these workshops and your own “exploration.”

https://www.canvas.ws/kenkyujo/laboratory/ openhk20211st.php

The Kids Creative Institute’s online series, “Secret Hideout at Home,” now features a programming course (3-month series)! Let’s try our hand at programming for the first time using “Scratch Junior,” a programming environment designed for children!

Preschoolers https://www.canvas.ws/kenkyujo/laboratory/ openhkp20211st_y.php

Elementary School Students https://www.canvas.ws/kenkyujo/laboratory/ openhkp20211st_s.php

Children are artists. Using the various materials and tools displayed at the “Museum Just for Kids,” they create freely. Artworks, objects before they become artworks, the passage of time, and the movements that emerge—these are the essence of this museum. What will you discover today? What will you be able to do…? No matter when or how many times you visit, this is a space for play and learning that sparks that sense of excitement. *We are implementing thorough COVID-19 prevention measures, such as limiting capacity to about half of the usual number. Please check the website below for details.

https://www.canvas.ws/kenkyujo/laboratory/ galaxcitymuse.php

The Green Workshop (GREEN WORKSHOP) uses the lush natural environment of Ark Garden as its setting.Supervision is provided by Ms. Akemi Sugii, Ark Garden’s dedicated gardener, and CANVAS. The program fosters children’s vibrant five senses, creativity, and rich sensibilities through activities that involve playing with, learning about, and nurturing nature throughout the four seasons.

https://canvas.ws/workshop/23355

At the Shibuya City Children’s Science Center HachiLab, the exhibition features award-winning works from the 2019 Digital Ehon Awards. Visitors can do more than just read—they can play with sounds and have fun learning math. Every month, we showcase a selection of the world’s finest works! Experience digital Ehon books from various countries and find your favorite!

https://canvas.ws/workshop/23983

A report on the final judging session of the U-22 Programming Contest 2020, where CANVAS Chairwoman Nanako Ishido served as a judge, has been published. https://u22procon.com/report/

A highlight video of the Japan Game Awards U18, where CANVAS Chairwoman Nanako Ishido served as a judge, has been released. Submissions for the 2021 “U18 Division” are now open! https://u18.awards.cesa.or.jp/digest2020/ https://u18.awards.cesa.or.jp/topics2021/application-guideline2021/

The 8-volume “Kumon STEM Navi Programming Series,” under Supervision by CANVAS Chairwoman Nanako Ishido (published by Kumon Publishing), is now on sale! https://amzn.to/2Wh7Fxq

"The Forefront of Online Education in Japan," edited by CANVAS Chairwoman Nanako Ishido, is now available at bookstores nationwide to great acclaim! https://www.amazon.co.jp/dp/4750350915/ 　 　

★ Nanako Ishido’s blog has been updated!
https://creativekids.jp/nanako/

・1. January issue of Mita Hyoron: “Online Education in Japan” by CANVAS Chair Nanako Ishido

・January issue: *Japan Education News*—featuring CANVAS Chair Nanako Ishido

・Jan. 9: Chunichi Kodomo Weekly—Nanakko Ishido, Chairperson of CANVAS

・Jan. 29: BUSINESS INSIDER—Nanakko Ishido, Chairperson of CANVAS

・February: Toshiba Visual Solutions Co., Ltd. website—Nanako Ishido, Chairperson of CANVAS

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Below is information on February events. The CANVAS website is packed with information on workshops and events nationwide!
Be sure to check it out!

http://canvas.ws/workshop *Please contact the organizers of each event directly for details.

CANVAS is always accepting event information from organizers and related parties, with a focus on children’s creativity and self-expression.
Submit your event here
:https://canvas.ws/workshop

CANVAS MAIL MAGAZINE Issue 235 / Distribution Date: February 10, 2021
Publisher: CANVAS
Publisher-in-Charge: Nanako Ishido / Editor: Ayumi Mochizuki

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