On a snowy February 8, 2026, TAIP took part in the Tokyo English Language Teaching Convention for the second year in a row by hosting a dedicated presentation room. This provided an opportunity for TAIP members who were interested in presenting to share their work and experience within a wider professional setting.
Six members presented, and each of them brought a different perspective from early childhood education, offering practical ideas and thoughtful reflections drawn from their own professional contexts.
We also had a table in the reception area, where we spoke with educators who were new to TAIP and shared more about our mission.
Our thanks to the ETJ organizers for putting together a fantastic day. Everything from the logistics to the space itself was handled beautifully, allowing us to focus entirely on sessions and networking.
Thank you to the TAIP members who presented and to those who supported them. Opportunities like this allow members to build confidence, share their practice, and connect with educators beyond their own schools.
Presentation materials from the TAIP sessions are available online here:
ETJ Tokyo Conference 2026 - TAIP Presenters Supplements
Ludovica Molinari
Montessori School of Tokyo
Presented on peace education in early childhood, exploring the educator’s role in nurturing empathy, responsibility, and community through Montessori principles.
Emily Donkin
TIK International School
Shared practical strategies for creating engaging learning environments using budget-friendly, open-ended classroom resources.
Dale Berry
Berry English International Preschool
Introduced the reasons for and practical steps toward starting Forest School programs to support language, confidence, and resilience in young learners.
Allison Tong
Meguro Head of Campus, Aoba-Japan International School
Explored how fingerplays and puppetry can support early language development, with practical strategies for classroom use.
Makiko Kuroda
Art Teacher, Aoba-Japan International School
Presented on how process art and open-ended art experiences support children’s expression and language development.
Divya Marie Kato
Atelier Kato Tokyo
Introduced visual literacy as a framework for deeper dialogue, helping learners articulate ideas and engage critically with what they see.