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Resource Delivery Initiative<\/a><\/p ><\/div>

Paso Tsuka<\/h2 ><\/div>[vc_row_inner css=”.vc_custom_1603874044283{margin-top: 20px !important;}”][vc_column_inner width=”1\/6″][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2\/3″]

\u201cPaso Tsuka\u201d, our own terminology meaning \u201clet\u2019s create using computers\u201d (Pasokon wo tsukatte tsukurou<\/i> \u30d1\u30bd\u30b3\u30f3\u3092\u3064\u304b\u3063\u3066\u3064\u304f\u308d\u3046), is a program to give children an opportunity to express themselves in many different ways using computers.<\/p ><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/6″][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=”fullwidth_content”][vc_column text_align=”center” vertical_center=”true”][vc_raw_html]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[\/vc_raw_html][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row background_type=”image_bg” background_image=”9328″ background_overlay_color=”rgba(255,255,255,0.75)” background_position=”center center” background_repeat=”repeat” css=”.vc_custom_1729927262705{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 80px !important;padding-top: 80px !important;padding-bottom: 80px !important;}” el_id=”outline”][vc_column width=”1\/6″][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”2\/3″ css=”.vc_custom_1729934032477{padding-top: 4em !important;padding-right: 4em !important;padding-bottom: 4em !important;padding-left: 4em !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;}”]

Creating and playing something together is a great way to get to know each other and learn to accept others for who they are.
\nWhile children are often surrounded by gaming devices and smartphones, their interactions tend to focus on consuming content.
\nAs children become proficient with computers, the scope of their ability to \u201ccreate and share\u201d expands significantly.<\/strong><\/p ><\/div>

In \u201cPaso Tsuka,\u201d we first teach children the basics of using computers through game and video creation.
\nThey then add their own unique touches to create their own works.
\nOne-on-one support from adults (staff) helps children bring their ideas to life.<\/strong>
\nThe completed works are shared between the participants, providing opportunities for interaction and feedback.<\/p ><\/div>

Majority of the participants are elementary and middle school students, but we also have high school students and even children\u2019s home\u2019s staff joining in on the fun.<\/p ><\/div>[\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/6″][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”80px”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1717553650199{margin-top: 80px !important;margin-bottom: 80px !important;}” el_id=”activities”][vc_column width=”1\/6″][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”2\/3″]

Main Activities<\/h3 ><\/div>[\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/6″][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1717553608712{margin-top: 40px !important;margin-bottom: 80px !important;}” el_id=”game”][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2\/3″]

Creating Games with Scratch Visual Programming<\/h4 ><\/div>

Using the visual programming tool “Scratch<\/a>,” children create their own games.
\nChildren not only customize the appearance of characters and add sound effects,
\nbut some even come up with unexpected new features.<\/p ><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/6″][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/6″][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″ css=”.vc_custom_1718763423258{margin-bottom: 26px !important;}”][vc_single_image image=”9317″ img_size=”600×400″ alignment=”center”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″][vc_single_image image=”9318″ img_size=”600×400″ alignment=”center”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”0px”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1717553603640{margin-top: 40px !important;margin-bottom: 80px !important;}” el_id=”video”][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2\/3″]

Creating Original Videos<\/h4 ><\/div>

Children embark on original video production through a three-step process:
\ncreating storyboards, gathering clips and images, and combining them into a complete video.
\nThey add effects, background music, titles\/subtitles to personalize their creations,
\ndemonstrating attention to detail and creativity.<\/p ><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/6″][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/6″][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″ css=”.vc_custom_1718763433985{margin-bottom: 26px !important;}”][vc_single_image image=”9321″ img_size=”600×400″ alignment=”center”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″][vc_single_image image=”9322″ img_size=”600×400″ alignment=”center”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”0px”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1717553614399{margin-top: 40px !important;margin-bottom: 80px !important;}” el_id=”slides”][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2\/3″]

Creating Animated Riddles with PowerPoint<\/h4 ><\/div>

Children learn to use PowerPoint\u2019s animation feature
\nto first present a riddle and then reveal the answer.<\/p ><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/6″][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/6″][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″ css=”.vc_custom_1718763440782{margin-bottom: 26px !important;}”][vc_single_image image=”9319″ img_size=”600×400″ alignment=”center”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″][vc_single_image image=”9320″ img_size=”600×400″ alignment=”center”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”0px”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1717548067475{margin-top: 40px !important;margin-bottom: 80px !important;}”][vc_column width=”1\/6″][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”2\/3″]

* The computers used in \u201cPaso Tsuka\u201d are provided by Lights On Children and are ultimately donated to the collaborating organizations (e.g. children\u2019s homes). The program\u2019s primary goal is to provide children with the experience of creation using computers, therefore we do not donate computers to individual children.<\/p ><\/div>[\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/6″][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”80px”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1718765841091{margin-top: 80px !important;margin-bottom: 80px !important;}” el_id=”delivery”][vc_column width=”1\/6″][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”2\/3″]

Effective “Delivery” Methods<\/h3 ><\/div>

To foster autonomy, “Paso Tsuka” provides a structured, safe environment sensitive to children\u2019s backgrounds. We implement various intentional measures to ensure everyone can participate with a sense of security.<\/p ><\/div>[\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/6″][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1717553636481{margin-top: 40px !important;margin-bottom: 80px !important;}”][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/3″]

One-on-One Support<\/h4 ><\/div>

In \u201cPaso Tsuka,\u201d each child is paired with an adult staff member who provides individualized assistance, ensuring that every child can achieve their creative potential.<\/p ><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2\/3″][vc_single_image image=”9323″ img_size=”750×500″ alignment=”center” css=”.vc_custom_1729927181795{margin-bottom: 26px !important;}”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”0px”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1717553669991{margin-top: 40px !important;margin-bottom: 80px !important;}”][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/3″]

Reaching Out to Children<\/h4 ><\/div>

To make participation easier for children, \u201cPaso Tsuka\u201d is conducted in locations that are close and familiar to the children as much as possible, such as a room in their facility (children\u2019s home).
\nBy making repeated visits, we also hope that the children will become more familiar with the staff, which we believe could reduce their resistance to self-expression.<\/p ><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2\/3″][vc_single_image image=”9326″ img_size=”750×500″ alignment=”center” css=”.vc_custom_1729927199454{margin-bottom: 26px !important;}”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”0px”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1717553659991{margin-top: 40px !important;margin-bottom: 80px !important;}”][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/3″]

Consecutive Sessions<\/h4 ><\/div>

Rather than a one-time event, \u201cPaso Tsuka\u201d is basically held as a series of multiple sessions.
\nWith each session, as children build trust with the staff and the environment, they feel secure enough to open up and show their true selves. By participating in multiple sessions and enjoying it, children can develop a deeper understanding of their own abilities and interests.<\/p ><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2\/3″][vc_single_image image=”9325″ img_size=”750×500″ alignment=”center” css=”.vc_custom_1729927193634{margin-bottom: 26px !important;}”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”0px”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1717553655679{margin-top: 40px !important;margin-bottom: 80px !important;}”][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/3″]

Sharing and Praising Creations<\/h4 ><\/div>

We encourage children to share their creations with others.
\nChildren have the opportunity to present their work to others, receive feedback, and learn from them. We are encouraging children to develop a deeper appreciation for diverse perspectives and improve their ability to communicate their ideas.
\nSometimes, children\u2019s home\u2019s staff or foster parents join us for these presentations.<\/p ><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2\/3″][vc_single_image image=”9324″ img_size=”750×500″ alignment=”center” css=”.vc_custom_1729927187796{margin-bottom: 26px !important;}”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”80px”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1718765254838{margin-top: 80px !important;margin-bottom: 20px !important;}” el_id=”voices”][vc_column width=”1\/6″][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”2\/3″]

Voices of Participating Children<\/h3 ><\/div>

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I had a lot of fun programming.<\/p ><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”6\/12″][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″]

I had never seen how videos were made,
\nand I had never made one myself, so it was fun.
\nI want to try it again.
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It was fun,
\nand I was able to accomplish because
\nthe supporter sitting next to me helped me.<\/p ><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”5\/12″][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”5\/12″][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”5\/12″]

Seeing what other people made me
\nwant to try out more,
\nso I\u2019d like to try again.
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News Related to This Project<\/h3 ><\/div>[vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner]

News are posted only on the Japanese site<\/a><\/p ><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”80px”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1717549244217{margin-top: 80px !important;margin-bottom: 80px !important;padding-bottom: 25px !important;}” el_id=”records”][vc_column]

Record of Past Sessions<\/h3 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* Collaborating organizations for implementing Paso Tsuka are selected from among organizations with a record of participating in other Lights On Children programs.<\/p ><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1717548663906{margin-top: 80px !important;margin-bottom: 80px !important;}” el_id=”finance”][vc_column width=”1\/6″][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”2\/3″ vertical_center=”true”]

Funding<\/h3 ><\/div>

Paso Tsuka is offered to children for free, made possible by private grants and donations.<\/p ><\/div>

Given the typically high cost of these types of classes, children in foster care often face significant financial hurdles in accessing them.<\/p ><\/div>[vc_row_inner css=”.vc_custom_1718763492463{margin-right: 4px !important;margin-bottom: 26px !important;margin-left: 4px !important;border-top-width: 1px !important;border-right-width: 1px !important;border-bottom-width: 1px !important;border-left-width: 1px !important;padding-top: 20px !important;padding-right: 3% !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 3% !important;border-left-color: #1450a0 !important;border-left-style: solid !important;border-right-color: #1450a0 !important;border-right-style: solid !important;border-top-color: #1450a0 !important;border-top-style: solid !important;border-bottom-color: #1450a0 !important;border-bottom-style: solid !important;border-radius: 4px !important;}”][vc_column_inner css=”.vc_custom_1603771535382{padding-top: 20px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;}”]

Paso Tsuka sessions in Saitama Prefecture in 2024 are supported by the Japan Philanthropic Foundation’s “Social Good Fund” Grant (Cycle 3)<\/a>.<\/p ><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner css=”.vc_custom_1729992076334{margin-right: 4px !important;margin-bottom: 26px !important;margin-left: 4px !important;border-top-width: 1px !important;border-right-width: 1px !important;border-bottom-width: 1px !important;border-left-width: 1px !important;padding-top: 20px !important;padding-right: 3% !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 3% !important;border-left-color: #0096d6 !important;border-left-style: solid !important;border-right-color: #0096d6 !important;border-right-style: solid !important;border-top-color: #0096d6 !important;border-top-style: solid !important;border-bottom-color: #0096d6 !important;border-bottom-style: solid !important;border-radius: 4px !important;}”][vc_column_inner css=”.vc_custom_1603771535382{padding-top: 20px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;}”]

Paso Tsuka sessions in Okinawa Prefecture in 2024 are supported by HP<\/a>‘s Imagine Grant.<\/p ><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner css=”.vc_custom_1718763488320{margin-right: 4px !important;margin-bottom: 26px !important;margin-left: 4px !important;border-top-width: 1px !important;border-right-width: 1px !important;border-bottom-width: 1px !important;border-left-width: 1px !important;padding-top: 20px !important;padding-right: 3% !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 3% !important;border-left-color: #0040b0 !important;border-left-style: solid !important;border-right-color: #0040b0 !important;border-right-style: solid !important;border-top-color: #0040b0 !important;border-top-style: solid !important;border-bottom-color: #0040b0 !important;border-bottom-style: solid !important;border-radius: 4px !important;}”][vc_column_inner css=”.vc_custom_1603771535382{padding-top: 20px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;}”]

Paso Tsuka sessions in Okinawa Prefecture in 2023 were supported by a donation from SAP Japan<\/a>. SAP Japan also collaborated with us in the session on-site.<\/p ><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner css=”.vc_custom_1718763482379{margin-right: 4px !important;margin-bottom: 26px !important;margin-left: 4px !important;border-top-width: 1px !important;border-right-width: 1px !important;border-bottom-width: 1px !important;border-left-width: 1px !important;padding-top: 20px !important;padding-right: 3% !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 3% !important;border-left-color: #ea572b !important;border-left-style: solid !important;border-right-color: #ea572b !important;border-right-style: solid !important;border-top-color: #ea572b !important;border-top-style: solid !important;border-bottom-color: #ea572b !important;border-bottom-style: solid !important;border-radius: 4px !important;}”][vc_column_inner css=”.vc_custom_1603771535382{padding-top: 20px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;}”]

Paso Tsuka sessions in Okinawa Prefecture in 2023 were supported by a donation from RBC Ryukyu Broadcasting Corporation’s “Support! 18-year-old’s New Journey” 2022 Charity Campaign<\/a>.<\/p ><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/6″][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”80px”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/section>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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