Japan

Konnichiwa, friends!

We’re so excited to announce that this July and August, your little global citizens will be journeying to the Land of the Rising Sun — Japan!

Through music, stories, art, and movement, your children will explore Japan’s rich traditions and modern wonders. From the graceful beauty of cherry blossoms and the precision of origami, to the fun of taiko drumming and the magic of Japanese folktales, this WorldSong Box is full of ways to bring the spirit of Japan to life in your home or classroom.

Your child will soon be learning songs in Japanese, discovering festivals like Tanabata, and engaging with activities that nurture both cultural curiosity and creative play.

• Japanese Heritage Songbook – Admire the cherry blossoms, talk to an elephant, and catch a rolling acorn with the Japanese Heritage Songbook from Fiddlefox. Read, sing, and play along with the iconic melodies of Japan in Japanese and English translation. Four classic Japanese songs are lovingly adapted and illustrated for children of all ages. Sing and play along with rainbow sheet music for bells and glockenspiels.

• Momotaro – A World Heritage Storybook from Fiddlefox An old couple’s world is turned upside down when Momotaro bursts out of a peach. But once the terrible Oni come to town, will Momotaro unite his friends, stand up to bullies, and save Japan? This beloved Japanese folktale is retold for young children, educators, and families, with lush illustrations inspired by Ukiyo-e art.

• Japanese Curriculum Guide – Support your child’s learning with a deeper cultural context with activities, coloring pages, discussion topics, craft ideas, ASL interpretation, and lesson plan ideas collected in this invaluable resource.