CLIP3 closes, new picture books, farewell to Keiko

CLIP 3 comes to a close! 💐

At the end of December 2025, the CLIP 3 Project, which had been running for about two years, successfully came to a close. Throughout this time, we have shared many moments and activities from the project in this newsletter, and each of them helped us grow stronger as a team.

One of the most meaningful achievements for us was being able to witness the growth of the teachers who participated in CLIP 3 and celebrate their progress alongside them. Seeing their skills develop right before our eyes became an invaluable and deeply rewarding experience for our team.

The teachers who took part in CLIP 3 are now well on their way to becoming leaders in early childhood education within their communities, and we are confident they will continue to make a strong impact. Inspired by their dedication, TukTuk will continue to support early childhood education in Cambodia as a behind-the-scenes partner, doing our best to empower teachers and families alike.

We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to the Rotary Club of Calgary Downtown and Rotary Club of Pursat, as well as the many other Rotary Clubs and all members of the TukTuk Krousah (family) community, for your incredible support of CLIP 3. Thank you so much!

Three-month outcomes (Oct-Dec 2025) 🎉

With the new school term starting in November, the final three months of the CLIP 3 Project saw even greater momentum. Our reach continued to grow, with a rapid increase in followers and many more people engaging with TukTuk’s work.

• Main Highlight
• October 2025 – CLIP3 Closing Meeting
• TukTuk’s Social Media Growth (and still climbing! 🙌)
• Facebook – 9,183 followers
• Teachers' Facebook Group – 6,581 members
• Telegram Channel – 4,476 followers
• YouTube – 10,519 subscribers
• Rermork Digital Library Visitors (Oct–Dec 2025)

48,927 people accessed the platform during this period.

Thanks to your continued support, TukTuk’s learning materials are appreciated by many for three key reasons: they are available in Khmer, aligned with Cambodia’s kindergarten curriculum, and free to use.

None of this would be possible without your warm and generous support. Looking ahead, we are excited to continue creating and sharing engaging learning materials with teachers and families across Cambodia. Thank you, as always, for your continued support 🍀

Khmer of the month

Khmer Word: Chng Thvi Ei? (What do you want to do?)

As we welcome the New Year, many of us may be setting goals for 2026. What would you like to do this year—“Chng thvi ei?” (“What do you want to do?”).

At TukTuk, through new initiatives such as “Sala Rean Sabay,” we hope to make 2026 a year of meaningful change and spark a revolution in early childhood education in Cambodia ✨

Khmer Food: Sach Chhuruk Phat (Dried pork flakes) 👇

Staff-created picture book, no. 6! 🥣

Following last month’s release, we’re excited to share that another brand-new picture book has been completed! This time, the author is Choven.

As an illustrator, Choven took on not only the story but also the artwork, making this picture book truly her own. The title is “Cassava Cake.” The story is inspired by Choven’s childhood memories of her family making cassava cake for her, and the main character is her daughter.

Drawn by the sweet smell of something delicious, the little girl follows her nose to find her grandmother making cassava cake. As the story unfolds, her grandmother teaches her how to make it together. Through the illustrations, you can really feel the love and memories that Choven poured into this book 🥰

Creating a picture book through collaboration 🧶

Last month, we were excited to complete another picture book, “Granny Franny.”

This project started with a lovely connection made during our visit to Sunrise Cambodia, a school run by an Australian organisation in Kandal Province near Phnom Penh, in March last year. There, Tracey showed us around and introduced us to a book written by her sister, Karen. Wanting to share this heartwarming story in Khmer as well, we began our collaboration with TukTuk.

After many thoughtful exchanges and rounds of translation checks, “Granny Franny” was finally finished. The book is based on the real-life story of Granny Franny, the mother of Karen and Tracey, which makes it especially meaningful. As you read, its gentle message naturally stays with you.

The story shares the idea that even small actions can make a difference, the joy of giving, and that everyone can find their own way to help others. We hope “Granny Franny” will reach children in Cambodia too, and help fill their everyday lives with kindness and care.

Tukstaff spotlight | Keiko

This month’s newsletter is written by Keiko, who left the TukTuk team at the end of last month.

I joined the TukTuk team in December 2020 and have been in charge of creating this newsletter since then. Being able to share our daily activities and life in Cambodia with you every month has been one of my greatest joys. At the same time, through writing the newsletter, I was constantly reminded that being able to move our activities forward each month and continue working in Cambodia for so many years is never something to be taken for granted—it is only possible because of your warm and continuous support.

TukTuk is truly a wonderful, unique, and inspiring team, full of passion and love. I am deeply proud to have been a part of such a team.

Once again, thank you so much to everyone who supports and cheers on TukTuk’s activities every day. From now on, I will continue to support TukTuk together with you all, as a proud member of the TukTuk Krousah.

I am very much looking forward to TukTuk’s future challenges and adventures!! 🔥 Thank you for these amazing five years!!

We are currently looking for volunteers with the following skill sets to help TukTuk bring educational resources to Cambodia;

• Google Ads
• Fundraising
• Website Development
• Videographer

If you want to get involved or know someone with skills that could help us spread positive education in Cambodia, hit that link below and say hi (we're friendly, we promise). 😉

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