What do we know about Japan? Have you heard of the country before? Do we know anyone there? Pull out your map: where is it located? How could we get there from our home?
Watch this clip: www.youtube.com/watch?v=C_ryYJPOx5w
Starter
Gonoodle
or Cosmic Kids https://www.cosmickids.com/
Indoor Active
Outdoor Active
Japan is known for making lots of different types of cars. So since the kids don’t drive cars yet (!) go for a bike/scooter ride.
Choose 2-3 20-30 minute activities from the selection below:
Colour the Flag
Draw and colour the flag of Japan.
Write the country name in English (and your kid's second language if relevant).
Switch up the material each day - paper, cardboard - as well as the size.
DIY Indoor Volcano
Japan has over 100 active volcanoes, more than almost any other country and accounts alone for about 10 % of all active volcanoes in the world. Here is an easy clip on how to make one at home that the kids will love!
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Baking soda
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Salt
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Jar
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Birthday party hat (or make your own cardboard cone)
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Dish soap
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Vinegar
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Food colouring (optional)
Make Sushi
Pre-prepare rice
Make sure you have bought all the ingredients in advance
Add your kids favourites. Keep it simple. Mine like tuna+mayo, and fresh salmon, for eg.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cb8khXhV4Dg
https://minimalistbaker.com/how-to-make-sushi-without-a-mat/