"Computer Science for ALL," a platform for programming education, is now live!
Driven by the desire to “provide programming education to all children,” CANVAS has not only organized workshops but has also been actively engaged in support activities aimed at promoting programming education since 2012.
This website leverages the nationwide network of practitioners and the accumulated know-how developed through these activities to showcase the practices and initiatives of teachers, workshop organizers, companies, and education-related organizations across Japan.
In addition, we have published interview articles featuring more than 20 domestic and international experts and specialists—including Ms. Sanae Takaichi (Minister of Internal Affairs and Communications), Mr. Ken Sakamura (Professor at the Graduate School of Information Science and Technology, University of Tokyo), and Mr. Jun Murai (Dean and Professor of the Faculty of Environment and Information Studies, Keio University)—who have joined us as advisors.Please take a look!

http://csforall.jp/

A mini-version of “Workshop Collection”—“one of the world’s largest children’s creative events” designed to stimulate children’s creativity and expressive abilities—is being held in Akita!

http://canvas.ws/workshop/12086

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We’re publishing articles featuring lessons, workshops, and initiatives from practitioners across the country, as well as interviews with experts and specialists!

http://csforall.jp/

A mini version of “Workshop Collection”—“one of the world’s largest children’s creative events” designed to stimulate children’s creativity and self-expression—is set to take place in Akita Prefecture! In Akita, we’ve carefully selected and will offer hands-on programs for children that make learning fun.While offering programs designed to spark curiosity, the event will also serve as a space to nurture the creativity and expressive abilities of the children who will shape the future.
Also taking place at the same venue is “teamLab Island – Learn! The Future Amusement Park – in Akita,” an educational project led by teamLab!

http://canvas.ws/workshop/12086

In this workshop, together with Professor Ryuichi Ueda from the Department of Future Robotics at Chiba Institute of Technology, you’ll use electronics to build a simple mouse-shaped robot that responds to light to control its movements.Let’s think about robots together, figure out what parts are used and how they work, and finally build your very own original robot!

http://canvas.ws/workshop/12193

In this music room, there are no recorders, trumpets, or melodicas. The only instruments here are everyone’s “bodies.” How does the voice work? Have you ever heard surprising music made with just the voice? Let’s experience the wonders of the voice and a new way to play with music!

http://canvas.ws/workshop/12004

Choreographer Mikiko Stou has created original CANVAS “Body Play Songs” that let children dance and sing with each other, adults dance and sing with each other, and children and adults dance and sing together—all to loosen up their bodies and minds and deepen communication. We’re holding a workshop that also serves as a promotional video shoot for these Body Play Songs.

http://canvas.ws/workshop/12094

We’ll be holding a workshop for children using “Pyonkey,” a visual programming environment that runs on the iPad. Even if you’ve never programmed before, it’s okay! You’ll have a fun hands-on experience.

http://canvas.ws/workshop/12018

A new programming course for children—including preschoolers—has started at Adachi Ward Galaxy City. Come have fun trying out “Scratch Jr,” a programming language designed for kids!

http://canvas.ws/workshop/10039

Two days of enjoying classical music surrounded by the greenery of Tomin no Mori. During the event, CANVAS×BORDERLESS will host a workshop and a mini-concert! A concert featuring Rio Yamase and Takashi Aragaki will also take place on a special stage at the venue. Please come and enjoy the event with your family.

http://canvas.ws/workshop/12241

This workshop features “Mobile Making,” a popular activity from the GREEN WORKSHOP held monthly in the Main Garden. The venue is “TechShop Tokyo,” a hub for cutting-edge technology and creators. We’ll combine nature and technology to create a special mobile for Christmas.

http://canvas.ws/workshop/12280

To celebrate the 6th anniversary of “Sendai Trust City,” we are hosting the first-ever “Workshop Collection in Sendai Trust City” in the Tohoku region!　This time, in collaboration with companies and stores located in Sendai Trust City, as well as The Westin Hotel Sendai, we’ll be offering hands-on programs for children that combine fun with learning—unique to this area.

http://canvas.ws/workshop/11724

We’ll create a special, one-day-only experience that explores children’s creativity through “comedy,” featuring workshops and lectures led by comedians using digital tools! There will be plenty of fun activities, including new ways to create things using 3D printers, robot programming, and workshops led by Keio University’s Graduate School of Media Design!

http://canvas.ws/workshop/11894

Let’s think about how to use Twitter more effectively and try making a short movie with Twitter as the theme!

http://canvas.ws/workshop/11373

Registration is now open for the November and December programs. The theme this time is “Feeling the Seasons.” Let’s experience the seasons of Musashi-Kosugi through these programs!

November–December
http://canvas.ws/workshop/11852

Children are artists. Using the various materials and tools displayed at the “Museum Just for Kids,” they create freely. What will they discover today? What will they be able to do…? No matter when or how often they visit, this is a space for play and learning that always sparks that sense of excitement.

http://canvas.ws/workshop/855

We’ve teamed up with engineers to reinvent new ways to play by combining traditional games—as seen in Bruegel’s “Children’s Games”—with digital technology. Come play, experience, and discover the magic of play!

http://canvas.ws/workshop/11256

Elementary and middle school teachers will present cutting-edge initiatives utilizing ICT, and during the panel discussion, we will explore how to design lessons that align with the new curriculum guidelines.

http://canvas.ws/workshop/12447

“CANVAS LIBRARY” introduces [books], [videos], and [toys] that stimulate children’s intellectual curiosity and nurture their creativity through play and learning.
Our new selector, Matilda from TOCA BOCA, recommends the book *Winter in Moominvalley*. Click the URL below for more details.

http://canvas-library.net/selector/1181

CANVAS Magazine: Children’s Media Lab Archive #03 “Children and Food” Series Now Running! We’re bringing you an archived talk featuring the culinary creative unit Goma as our guest.

http://canvas.ws/magazine

“I have been appointed as a member of the Kyoto Prefecture Council for the Promotion of Traditional and Cultural Manufacturing Industries.

http://canvas.ws/news/12199

We have posted photos from the BASE WORKSHOP “ARK HILLS KIDS COMMUNITY BASE GREEN WORKSHOP” held on September 24.

http://canvas.ws/project/base

We have posted photos and artwork from the Kids Creative Research Institute
(at Digital Hollywood / at the University of Tokyo Hongo Campus / at the Daikanyama Children’s Museum / in Daikanyama).

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

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

・September 1: Nikkoken Educational Magazine “Kids Radar—Fall Issue”—CANVAS Chairperson Nanako Ishido

・October 1: *Education Outlook*, October 2016 Issue—CANVAS Chairwoman Nanako Ishido

・October 4: Yomiuri Shimbun—Nanako Ishido, Chairperson of CANVAS

・October 11: Gakken Classroom Educational Information Magazine, Fall/Winter 2016 Issue—Nanako Ishido, Chairperson of CANVAS

・October 18: Risemam “Workshop Collection Mini” at Keio Mita KMD Forum

・October 22: Asahi Shimbun Digital—Nanakko Ishido, Chairperson of CANVAS

・October 24: ReseMom, Nanako Ishido, Chairperson of CANVAS

・Oct. 25: Programming+—Nanakko Ishido, Chairperson of CANVAS

・Oct. 25: Tokyo Chamber of Commerce and Industry News: CANVAS Chairperson Nanako Ishido

・Oct. 26: fab cross—Nanakko Ishido, Chairperson of CANVAS

・Oct. 26: Risemam – Nanako Ishido, Chairperson of CANVAS

・Oct. 26: Yoshimoto News Center – Workshop Collection Mini at Keio Mita KMD Forum

・October 27: CNET Japan: Nanako Ishido, Chairperson of CANVAS

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Below is information on November events. The CANVAS website is packed with information on workshops and events nationwide!
Be sure to check it out!
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*Please contact the organizers directly for details regarding each event.

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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
:
>>http://canvas.ws/workshop

☆CANVAS is always looking for individuals and organizations to become supporting members.
Supporting members are individuals or organizations who endorse the objectives of the NPO CANVAS and pay the required membership dues.
How to Apply: Please contact the CANVAS Secretariat first.
http://canvas.ws/player

CANVAS MAIL MAGAZINE Issue 182 / Date Published: November 2
, 2016
Publisher: CANVAS
, a Specified Nonprofit Corporation
Publisher: Nanako Ishido / Editors: Ryoko Watanabe, Ayumi Mochizuki

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