Japan: Over 40 Activities to Experience Japan- Past and Present

by Debbi Michiko Florence

A hands-on, interactive guide to the culture, history, people, and traditions of Japan. Japan is a country of about 4,000 islands that total a land area slightly smaller than California. The four largest islands are home to over 127 million people. In this book, children will learn about the culture and history of this ancient civilization. They can dig in with hands, feet, and mind to learn about traditions, holidays and festivals, food, and the lives of today's Japanese children. Through photos, illustrations, diagrams, interviews, and activities, children * learn how to write and speak some Japanese words
* explore fascinating places like Mount Fuji and Tokyo
* learn how to fold origami and how to use chopsticks
* discover what schools in Japan are like More than 40 activities, modern photographs, diagrams, and humorous art bring this fascinating country to life. Ages 8 to 13.

95 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2009

About the author

Debbi Michiko Florence is the author of upper middle grade novels Sweet and Sour, Keep It Together, Keiko Carter, Just Be Cool, Jenna Sakai, and This Is How I Roll. She has a debut middle grade series called Last Chance Academy. Book 1, A Study in Secrets, is coming on March 11, 2025! She is also the author of three chapter books series including Jasmine Toguchi with four new books, Follow Jasmine as she travels to Japan on vacation! And Debbi co-authored a picture book biography, Niki Nakayama: A Chef’s Tale in 13 Bites.

Her books have received starred reviews, JLG Selections, and inclusion on lists such as Amazon Best Books and the Chicago Public Library Best of the Best.

Reviews

[Vivian]

All the Kaleidoscope Kids Books are packed with information and ideas to use at home, in the classroom, or at the library.

More ideas for Japan activities with children include the Jan./Feb. 1998 issue of Copycat magazine, pages 10-17, the October 2007 issue of Pack-o-Fun magazine, pages 38-41, and the May/June 1997 Copycat magazines issue's article "Dragons, Kites, and Lanterns: A Celebration of Asian Americans through Literature" on pages 4-9.

[Kevin]

Great book for learning and teaching about Japan.

[Melinda]

Helpful general knowledge about Japan.