Kids Creative Lab, The University of Tokyo Hongo (January–March) is now accepting applications!

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

Submissions Now Open for the Digital Ehon Award 2019! Deadline: December 6!

http://www.digitalehonaward.net/index.html

Volume 2 of the “Programming Girls!” series, under Supervision by Nanako Ishido, titled “Sophia Enters the Robot Race,” is now on sale.

https://www.amazon.co.jp/dp/4037269309

Volume 1, *Lucy: Chase the Mysterious Message*, is also available and selling well.

https://www.amazon.co.jp/dp/4037269201

01.　Top Picks: News You Won’t Want to Miss! 02.　CANVAS Blog Updates! 03.　 List of Media Coverage 04.　Latest Event Information!

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Our Kids Creative Lab 3-Month Series continues to be a huge hit!
This time, participants will create mysterious creatures, try their hand at programming, and build their very own version of Earth…
We can’t wait to see how everyone’s discoveries and flashes of inspiration will spread throughout the lab!
https://www.canvas.ws/kenkyujo/laboratory/
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https://www.canvas.ws/kenkyujo/laboratory/
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Children are artists. Using the various materials and tools displayed at the “Museum Just for Kids,” they create freely. It’s a space for play and learning that sparks excitement no matter how many times they visit. Starting in fiscal year 2019, it will be held at “Galax City” in Adachi Ward.

http://canvas.ws/workshop/20795

The Green Workshop (GREEN WORKSHOP) is a monthly membership program that takes place amidst the lush natural surroundings of Ark Garden.Co-supervision is provided by Ms. Akemi Sugii, Ark Garden’s dedicated gardener, and CANVAS. The program fosters children’s vibrant senses, physicality, and free creativity through interaction with nature and arts and crafts throughout the four seasons.

http://canvas.ws/workshop/20738

It has been announced that “Workshop Collection,” a nationwide workshop expo for children, will be held in Tokyo! An entire university building—set to open soon—will be opened to children, featuring a variety of workshops and programs.
http://wsc.or.jp/2020

It has been confirmed that “Workshop Collection,” a nationwide workshop expo for children, will be held in Tokyo! An entire university building—set to open soon—will be opened to children, where a variety of workshops and programs will take place.

https://wsc-fukuoka.jp/

The Digital Ehon Award, which previously attracted approximately 330 entries from 23 countries around the world, will be held again this year! We are calling for submissions of Digital Ehon books from around the globe that children will find “fun! something they’ve never seen before! and that expand their world!”

http://www.digitalehonaward.net/index.html

We hold monthly programming classes for preschoolers and up at Adachi Ward’s Galaxy City. Come have fun trying out “Scratch Jr,” a programming language designed for children!

http://canvas.ws/workshop/10039

At the Shibuya City Children’s Science Center HachiLab, we are currently exhibiting Digital Ehon, with a focus on Digital Ehon Award-winning works.

http://canvas.ws/workshop/21167

We have posted photos and works from the Kids Creative Institute (at the University of Tokyo Hongo Campus and at the Children’s Only Museum).

http://www.canvas.ws/kenkyujo/index.html

We have published the CANVAS Magazine issue “CANVAS REPORT #02 Children’s Museum.”

https://canvas.ws/magazine/report02_1

The winners of the 7th Platinum Grand Prix, for which Nanako Ishido served as a judge, have been announced!

http://www.platinum-network.jp/pt-taishou2019/ceremony.html

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

・Oct. 20: Rimse – Nanako Ishido, Chairperson of CANVAS

・Oct. 28: Asahi Shimbun Digital and others: 4th National Elementary and Junior High School Programming Competition

Click here for details

Below is information on December 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.

https://canvas.ws/ws-info/22986

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

☆CANVAS is always looking for individuals and organizations to become supporting members.
Supporting members are those who agree with the objectives of the NPO CANVAS and are willing to pay the membership fee.
How to Apply: Please contact the CANVAS Secretariat first.
http://canvas.ws/player

CANVAS MAIL MAGAZINE Issue 220 / Distribution Date: December 2, 2019
Publisher: CANVAS, Specified Nonprofit Corporation
Publisher: Nanako Ishido / Editor: Ayumi Mochizuki

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