TAIP Conversations Tokyo Association of International Preschools

Welcome to Episode 5 of the TAIP Conversations Podcast. In this episode, 'Forest School Adventures: Nurturing Environmental Stewardship in Early Childhood Education,' we delve into the heart of environmental stewardship in early childhood education. Our guests, Ann Nishigaya of Tokyo Children's Garden and Kai Change of iForest International Forest School, join host Dr. John Adduru, past TAIP President and Center Director of Lighthouse GL, Inc., in a lively discussion about the importance of nurturing a love for nature in young learners. Please tune in to learn more about the ways that spending time in nature can improve children's physical, mental, and emotional health. We will also discuss the difference between risks and hazards, and how forest schools can help children develop a deep connection to nature and learn how to safely navigate the outdoors.

Is it ever too early to think about literacy for young learners? April McBride (ABC International School), Angela Aramaki (Willowbrook International School), and Merete Kropp (Komzawa Park International School) join TAIP President John Adduru (Ohana International School) to discuss their strategies and thoughts on early literacy.

In Episode 3, Licensing and Authorization, we cover the different types of early childhood care facilities in Japan and the different levels of licenses for operating schools. We also discuss the question, what is a hoikushi? And how to become a licensed hoikushi?