Language Immersion

Nami offers a family-friendly program of songs, stories and hands-on activities that is specially designed for Japanese-speaking families

Nami is a mom to a little boy. She has taught at an elementary school in Japan and has nearly 20 years of experience working with people in multiple countries. Everyone is welcome to her Japanese-immersed story and song time!

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Miss Jenny offers a family-friendly program of songs, stories and hands-on activities that is specially designed for Korean-speaking families.

Miss Jenny is a mom of one toddler and has over 10 years of experience teaching in elementary schools. She believes that children learn language best through play, repetition, and shared experiences with caring adults. Research shows that early exposure to additional languages can support the development of early literacy – especially when learning occurs in a developmentally appropriate, joyful, and low-pressure environment.

Each session introduces Korean through shared picture books, simple songs, movement, and familiar routines. Children are invited to listen, participate, and explore at their own pace, alongside their caregivers. Rather than focusing on memorization or fluency, Korean Storytime emphasizes exposure, enjoyment, and connection—allowing language to be absorbed naturally over time.

We welcome families of all backgrounds, including Korean and bilingual families, as well as those who are simply curious about another language and culture. This program supports early literacy, cultural curiosity, and strong caregiver-child bonds.

Jenny is excited to share songs, stories, and playful learning with babies and tots!

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Spanish Storytime is a playful, interactive class for babies and toddlers that is specially designed for Spanish-speaking families.

Aleja (Alejandra Guerra Oñate) is a mom, development manager, and passionate community builder. This Storytime program was created from her journey into motherhood and her desire to connect with her child through language, culture, and intentional time together. What started as something personal has grown into a space where babies and caregivers can connect through music, movement, and storytelling.

Aleja cares deeply about creating warm, welcoming spaces that feel like home where language, play, and community come together in a meaningful way.

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Amanda offers a family-friendly program of songs, stories and hands-on activities that is specially designed for Portuguese-speaking families.

Amanda is a certified music teacher and professional storyteller who has been working with children since 2017, creating joyful and meaningful learning experiences through stories and music. She specializes in Storytelling in Portuguese for expatriate families, helping children stay connected to their language and cultural roots while supporting bilingual development.

Her sessions are playful, interactive, and designed to naturally encourage communication, imagination, and confidence. Each class is thoughtfully planned to promote language skills, creativity, and emotional grown through play.

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Mandarin Storytime is a joyful space where little ones and their caregivers can sing, move, play, and explore Mandarin together through stories, music, and play.

Jing is a mom to an energetic toddler, an education professional with over 10 years of experience in the post-secondary sector, and a passionate believer in the power of learning through connection and play. The idea for Mandarin Storytime grew from the special moments Jing shared with her own daughter—reading books, singing songs, and discovering the world together through language. Seeing how much joy, connection, and learning these experiences brought to her family, she wanted to create a welcoming space where other families could experience the same magic.

Jing believes that language learning should be fun, playful, and filled with laughter. Through Mandarin Storytime, she hopes to spark curiosity, nurture a love of Mandarin and Chinese culture, and provide opportunities for families to connect, build friendships, and create lasting memories together. Whether it’s singing a silly song, joining in an interactive story, or making new friends, every family is welcome to come learn, play, and grow together.

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Vietnamese Storytime offers engaging programs filled with songs, stories, and interactive activities designed for Vietnamese-speaking families and their children.

Miss Ngan is a mom of a 3 years old girl, a medical administrator, and a pianist who is passionate about preserving Vietnamese language and culture for Vietnamese Canadian children. Her sessions blend traditional and contemporary Vietnamese songs, carefully selected picture books for different age groups, and movement-based activities that encourage learning through play.

Through these fun and meaningful experiences, children are immersed in the Vietnamese language in a natural and enjoyable way while building a strong connection to their cultural heritage.

Miss Ngan looks forward to sharing the joy of Vietnamese language, music, and storytelling with your little ones!

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Hello! I’m a mom to a wonderful 3-year-old, and one of my greatest passions is preserving our family’s Cantonese language and culture. I make it a priority to speak Cantonese with my son every day so he can stay connected to his roots while growing up in a multilingual world.

With over 4 years of experience in social work and more than 10 years working with children in the medical field, I understand the importance of creating a nurturing environment where children feel safe, supported, and encouraged to learn through play.

My goal is to provide a warm, engaging, and educational Cantonese playgroup where children aged 0–36 months can explore language naturally through songs, stories, sensory play, and meaningful interactions. I look forward to helping families build confidence in using Cantonese while creating joyful memories together.

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Meet Frank!

He’s a dad to a spirited little toddler, and becoming a father has gotten him thinking a lot about how to raise her here in Canada while still keeping her close to her German roots — through the words they use, the traditions they keep, and the little moments they share every day.

Frank moved to Canada from Germany in 2013, and along the way he’s come to really believe that knowing where you come from is a gift — and that language, right alongside food, is one of the best ways to feel connected to a culture.

Frank loves that Canada is a place that welcomes so many different cultures and celebrates the best of what each one brings. He’s excited to bring a bit of that German spirit to Little Words Studio, and to give German-speaking (and German-curious!) families a fun, easy way to come together as a community.

Through songs, stories, and playful routines, kids get a warm, early introduction to the German language, while parents get to meet other families — whether they share the same roots or are just curious to explore something new. Everyone is welcome to come learn, play, and grow together!

PLEASE NOTE: there are no refunds given for missed classes