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For many international families living in Japan, raising a bilingual child creates anxiety. Uncertainty around methods, resources, progress or milestones concerns many parents whose children are learning a new language outside of the home, living in a bilingual household or may even be struggling with losing their native language as they learn a second one. We spoke with Marsha Rosenberg, a preeminent speech language pathologist who has worked in Tokyo for 40 years, at the American School in Japan and now her own practice, about language learning and bilingualism in hopes of a step-by-step,...
Fall festivities are in full swing! The season officially starts on 23 September (check out our info on the Autumnal Equinox!) and there are plenty of festivals, exhibits and even fireworks to enjoy over the next few weeks. Beer garden season is also winding down, so now's your chance to book a babysitter and enjoy some adult all-you-can-eat festivities! Techno Circus 18-25...
Studies have shown that children lose their ability to become fully fluent in a second language - grammatically, conversationally correct with little accent - by age 10. And any adult who's tried to learn another language can tell you that doing so gets tougher as the years go on. So the earlier you can start to learn, the better! The benefits of bilingualism (or multilingualism!) are well-known by this point: more empathy, increased learning ability, better job prospects. Every day at CareFinder we see firsthand the value of exposing young children to new languages and cultures and want to...
Celebrating Halloween in Tokyo: 2019 Guide
2019-09-11
Celebrating Halloween here is a unique experience for the whole family! It's still a relatively new holiday and many traditions have a decidedly Japanese twist on them, but that doesn't mean Halloween isn't a whole lot of fun. Check out our 2019 Halloween Guide for information on how to make the most of the holiday this year. Trick-or-Treat and Parades Japanese customs on etiquette and personal space mean that taking your children to your neighbors' homes to demand candy is out of the question. However, several shopping districts and neighborhoods host official...
Back to school is an exciting time for kids, but the novelty can quickly wear off as the school year drags on. If you're looking for ways to keep your kids engaged and excited about learning all year long, here are 10 practical tips:
1. Be a Role ModelKids learn by watching us, so it's important to set a good example by being passionate about learning yourself. Let your children see you reading books, watching documentaries, or learning new skills. Show them that learning is a lifelong journey.
2. Give Kids a BreatherSchool can be stressful for kids. Make sure they have...
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