Japanese Folktales
E&I Program:
Asian Odyssey
Discipline(s):
Grade level :
K to 8
This lesson plan uses art to explore the rich history of folktales in Japan to teach about Japanese traditions, history, and customs. This lesson also builds context for students by comparing Japanese and American folktales.
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Associated Art:
- 1948.128.1, Birds, Trees, and Flowers
- 1948.128.2, Birds, Trees, and Flowers
- 1980.177, Portrait of Ōzora Buzaemon
- 1982.26, Demon Intoning the Name of the Buddha (Oni no nenbutsu)
- 1985.134.1, Dragon
- 1987.9.1, Wild Geese
- 1987.9.2, Wild Geese
- 1990.6, Ibaraki
- 1992.71, Ghost and Oil Lamp
- 1997.109.1, Geese, Reeds, and Water
- 1997.109.2, Geese, Reeds and Water