Japan Activities for Kids

Bonsai Plants Basics for Kids

Annabelle Humanes — Thu, 06 Feb 2020 10:37:22 +0000

Introducing kids to plant life is a great way to get them involved and interested in the outdoors. Bonsai offers a unique opportunity for kids to experience DIY gardening. The plants are both fun and exciting to look at and can create quite the little green thumb in the family. Check out these bonsai...

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Japanese Fish Kite Craft: “Koinobori”

kidworldcitizen — Wed, 09 Jan 2019 17:46:28 +0000

~ Ria Cheripuram I am Ria, a kids’ craft blogger living in Australia. It is such a pleasure for me to write for Kid World Citizen, who shares tons of fun activities for kids gathered from around the world. I am going to share an easy craft idea which kids are going to have so...

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Kids Eat the World: Kids Try Japanese Candy

kidworldcitizen — Sat, 15 Sep 2018 01:49:15 +0000

We were sent a lovely box of Japanese candy to try from JapanCandyBox.com! Trying food from around the world takes courage for some kids- but trying candy!? It’s an easy way to show your kids what their friends around the world might enjoy for a treat! The treats were interesting and mixed new and familiar flavors...

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Global “Search and Find” Activity for Kids

kidworldcitizen — Tue, 17 Jul 2018 03:23:46 +0000

Do you remember “Where’s Waldo” books from when we were kids!? So fun!! I have some really fun search and find puzzles for your kids to try. with touristy objects hidden in New York, Rome, Rio de Janeiro, Tokyo and Paris. So here’s the challenge: (best seen on a tablet!) How many cultural objects can you find...

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Fabulous Books with Asian Characters: Chapter Books and Free Verse

kidworldcitizen — Mon, 25 Jun 2018 16:12:59 +0000

These books with Asian characters spread East Asia to Central Asia, to Asian-Americans living in the US. I have recommended these to my ESL students, and to kids with multicultural backgrounds, who identify with the characters who often are going through a balancing act of cultures and trying to fit in with mainstream culture. I...

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Parenting Around the World: “Feed the Baby Hummus”

kidworldcitizen — Tue, 22 May 2018 01:59:48 +0000

Check out these cuties! Mario (top) is trying sausage in Germany, Mama Tortuga’s son is trying a cupcake, and Spanish Mama’s son is trying a chicken foot in Peru! I recently was given the book “Feed the Baby Hummus” by Lisa Lewis, MD. What a fantastic read for parents!!! While the book mentions first foods...

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Kite Flying Around the World: Festivals, Books, Crafts & More

kidworldcitizen — Mon, 23 Apr 2018 17:53:34 +0000

Let’s talk about about kite-flying around the world! First, a look at the history of kites, then 10 of the biggest kite festivals around the world, plus books and crafts for kids! Get outside and fly a kite today!!! Although the history of kites has been debated, there is evidence of kite flying in China...

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Pascha: Easter in the Orthodox Church (Book + Crafts!)

kidworldcitizen — Fri, 23 Mar 2018 03:05:29 +0000

Learning how different world religions celebrate their holidays is a great way to encourage cultural awareness in kids. An easy way to introduce kids to festivals and holy days is through books or simple activities like crafts and food. Today I will give you tons of great resources to learn about Pascha: Pascha is the...

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Best Movies for Kids from Around the World (Plus Lesson Plans!)

kidworldcitizen — Thu, 15 Mar 2018 14:21:28 +0000

Finding age-appropriate, high-quality movies from other countries, especially to watch with younger children, can be a big challenge. Action and story lines may differ drastically, and dubbing or subtitles offer a distinct viewing experience. Content is generally edgier than American audiences are used to and certainly that U.S. schools would be comfortable screening. An award-winning...

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Snacks from Around the World

Annabelle Humanes — Thu, 20 Jul 2017 09:33:57 +0000

by Mary Grace Otis from The Global Mom Show This post contains affiliate links. Thank you for your support! Snacks from Around the World Cooking is fun, but sometimes sampling snacks from around the world doesn’t require turning on an oven or the stove. You can taste flavors from all over the globe simply by looking out...

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Island Geography: Lessons Plans and Largest Islands in the World

kidworldcitizen — Sat, 31 Oct 2015 20:12:15 +0000

Let’s talk about islands. What are the largest islands in the world? How are islands formed? Where are the different types of islands located? A geography lesson for kids on islands, with facts, maps, and lesson plans for different ages. Islands are a landform that can be found in oceans, lakes, and rivers. An island...

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Books about Japan and Baseball

kidworldcitizen — Sun, 14 Jun 2015 16:32:09 +0000

Baseball has a long history in Japan, introduced in 1872. Wildly popular from the high school level through professional teams, many Japanese argue that baseball is the nation’s most popular sport. Here are a list of books for kids about Japan and baseball, including books on Japanese-Americans and Japanese citizens playing ball here and abroad....

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Creamy Cashew Chicken Curry

kidworldcitizen — Wed, 10 Dec 2014 00:11:00 +0000

Thanks to Silk products for sponsoring this post! With the colder weather, I’ve been cooking up some hearty recipes that can warm us up. This creamy cashew chicken curry is irresistible: busy parents love it because it’s healthy, fast, and can cook on the stove while you’re helping with homework, and most kids love the...

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Books about Japan for Kids

kidworldcitizen — Sun, 26 Oct 2014 19:57:07 +0000

One of my favorite ways to introduce kids to other cultures is through high-quality, multicultural children’s literature. These books about Japan for kids touch on common, familiar themes like food, sports, housing, games- and many also introduce some Japanese words. Let’s explore Japan through books! This post contains affiliate links. Thank you for your support! My...

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What does the First Day of School Look like Around the World?

kidworldcitizen — Tue, 26 Aug 2014 18:15:49 +0000

by Anna Watt A while ago I came across a fun article about a great first day of school tradition in Germany and their sugar cones [Zuckertüte]. It was different from what we have in Russia, but still a definite celebration. As I met many people from different countries around the world I was surprised to find out...

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