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so adorable! it's great to see kids learning other languages and having so much fun!
Love the video. It speaks for itself.
What an amazing program! What a great opportunity for the children enrolled!
I wish I had a facility to send my kids to when they were little like that!
I wish that my children had the same opportunities at such a young age.
What a fantastic program and we should look at the world on a global level now.
This is such a fantastic program. Well done, Kimberly!
Wonderful job!!!
Just goes to prove that a business idea that comes from the heart and seeks to better youth and the future of global relations fills an important educational and cultural need. The fact that these kids are having so much fun gaining these building blocks is the best part! I wish there was something near me like this, for my kids.
kids and adults look like they're both having a great time!!
How can one not be inspired by all of those beautiful children having so much FUN while they learn! And also by the energy and creativity needed to ground such a business while having young ones of your own! KUDOS!
This is such a wonderful business! There is a real need for language schools for toddlers especially in today's global market. What a great way for the founder to transform her experiences and desires into a business that will positively affect so many little citizens!
Can't wait for you to grow and open one here in the Bay Area!
So fun for young children! I'll be sending my child to this one day soon!
I love the concept of creating global children through language.
I love the concept of creating global children through language.
I wish we lived in near the school so that my children could learn such a great skill set whiile enjoying the wonderful atmosphere!
I'm having such a difficult time learning Asian languages as an adult... this is a great opportunity for these children!
The Little Ambassadors concept is so refreshing. Not only from an business perspective but also as an innovative educational tool who's time has come. What a blessing for children to improve their ability to speak not only their language but that of others as well. Little Ambassadors will be building bridges and relationships for the rest of their lives. Great Job!!!
We played with my neighbor's fake Star Wars light sabers when I was a kid. What a great idea to offer such exotic and advanced curriculum in an obviously fun and encouraging atmosphere. I'm 37 and hardly ever play with light sabers anymore---I'm guessing these kids will remember both what they learned and how much fun they had learning when they get older.
What a fantastic idea!!!
I like that, can you speak just "regular?"
Perfectly inspiring and sweet -- what a great operation!
Great head start for kids.
Awesome concept and business idea, well executed and positioned, glad you did not franchise and were able to offer Japanese classes which seems to be a major part of your market. Congratulations!
Great video! I wish my kids could speak more Chinese...
this video should win! ADORABLE
That is awesome. Wish my daughters were in a program like that.
Go, Mama, go!
Pretty cool idea - am I too old to enroll in your school (50 yrs old)?
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Looks like a great program - and I'll bet you're enjoying your work more than you did at CTLM ......
What a great concept! A business that incorporates your world view, adds value to your community and nurtures your children and ours. Bravo!
I love the video - well made, looks like you put a lot of time into it!
I love this video!!! The kids are so cute!
Great video! I wish I had the opportunity to learn multiple languages at a young age!
Sometimes I feel like I'm stuck in a cage, but this video sets my soul free!
I wish I was younger to enroll at Little Ambassadors! They are cool enough for me!
I love kids!
I really like this video. Some of the other videos ruffle my feathers!
I recall taking mandatory Spanish lessons when I was in 3rd grade. It's been over 15 years already and I still remember what I was taught. I can't even imagine how much these kids are going to learn!!
Great video! I would definitely enroll my future children.
I wish I can enroll my child in this program. We live on the mainland. Love the idea!!
great way to bridge the gap across different cultures
This is a cute video! I love it! The little Ambassador program is exactly what American kids need to help them be successful in the global 21st century economy. How can I sign my kids up???
Fun and educational for developing young minds. Wish I could turn the clock back for my daughter to benefit from your program.
I can't imagine starting a new business like this with 3 kids under the age of 6. Kim, YOU are inspiring, useful, and funny! I'm amazed by what you've accomplished.
Pretty cute and adorable! It's good to see little children learn new languages while they are still young. And hopefully, when they get older, they won't forget it.
Pretty cute and adorable!
Wonderful - loved the children and their enthusiasum for language! Great Video!!
What an inspiration! Not only have you created a valuable resource for the children in your community, but you have successfully done it in addition to raising your own small ones. Congratulations on a wonderful job! Best of luck to you in the finals!
A cool program!
I am truly inspired by your story!
Finalist story from LanguageLearner:
“Atchi ni ikitai!”
A little girl with sand-colored hair was being carried by her dark-haired mother, and was pointing to a candy store. My then-2-year-old daughter paused and looked in the direction of the strange sounds. I stared when I registered that the little girl was speaking Japanese perfectly. I wished my own young children could speak a foreign language.
What about a language school for young children? Coincidentally, I then read an article in the newspaper quoting a language school. I researched to see if they had any partnership or franchising opportunities. As it turned out, they were just starting to license their program. However, after a couple months of discussion, I was not satisfied. I would start my own language school—Little Ambassadors!
In retrospect, I’m relieved that I did not license. It would have taken me years to recoup the cost. Restrictions were numerous, including having to pass all advertising through corporate for approval. Most importantly, the products being offered did not coincide with my market focus. I was starting my business in Hawaii, where the most popular foreign language is Japanese. The company did not even have Japanese curriculum!
A key concern with small business is quality personnel. Because Little Ambassadors is a service business, it is important to hire and retain skilled employees. At least one teaching position is filled by an international student who returns to her country after graduation. If I had licensed, I would have had to send each teacher to NY to take a costly 3-day training course.
Since the inception of Little Ambassadors over a year ago, all three of my children have been participating in classes. Enrollment is steadily increasing. Just as important as the positive business trend, however, is my children's’ firsthand realization that there are many different languages.
Recently, my 3-year-old overheard a couple talking and said,
“Mama, they’re speaking Chinese!”
I proudly responded, “Hen hao! Very good!”
My 5-year-old added, “He said, ‘Let’s go eat!'”
Again, I beamed. “Dui le! That’s right!”
A few days later, the 3-year-old overheard another conversation.
“Mama, they’re speaking Chinese!”
“Umm, actually, that’s Spanish, honey…”
OK, maybe I better enroll them in the Spanish classes, too…
Now she’s constantly aware of language. She proudly tells people that she can speak Chinese and Japanese, and will ask of others, “Can they speak Chinese, Japanese, or just regular?”
Do your homework when franchising or licensing.
• Even though it might seem easier, be certain that it makes sense from a cost-perspective.
• There may be quotas that you will be expected to fill, or other hidden costs involved.
• Realize that it does not necessarily make starting a business easier—the hard stuff will all be left to you, including hiring, marketing, etc.
• Make sure that the service or product that you are buying fits your geographic and demographic market.
Great video - especially like the cute little girl at the very end of the video!