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National Consortium <strong>for</strong> Teaching about Asia (NCTA) Classroom Materials Descriptions<br />
<strong>Cobblestone</strong> <strong>Publishing</strong><br />
Back issues – all back issues are $5.95 each.<br />
http://www.cobblestonepub.com<br />
Appleseeds Magazine – Ages 7-9<br />
Appleseeds magazine is a theme-based publication <strong>for</strong> children in grades 2-4 designed to enrich their<br />
learning experience in subjects from math and social studies to science and reading. Two back issues<br />
have China themes: Beijing and Children <strong>of</strong> Ancient China. New in January 2008, Who Did What in<br />
Ancient China.<br />
Calliope Magazine – Ages 9-14<br />
Calliope magazine presents curriculum mandated world history themes <strong>for</strong> grades 5 –10. Most issues<br />
include maps, timelines, activities, and photos. These East Asia themes have been the focus <strong>of</strong> back<br />
issues: Buddhism, Confucius, Daoism (Taoism), Han Dynasty, Ming Dynasty, Samurai, Shi-Huangdi,<br />
China, Shintoism, Silk Road, Song Dynasty, and Tang Dynasty. A China theme pack including an<br />
teachers’ guide is also available.<br />
Faces Magazine – Ages 9-14<br />
Faces magazine shows readers how the people <strong>of</strong> the world live, think, work, and play. Designed <strong>for</strong><br />
grades 4 – 9. Several issues on East Asia are available: Hong Kong, Korea, Rice, Taiwan, and Tibet.<br />
<strong>Kamishibai</strong> <strong>for</strong> <strong>Kids</strong><br />
Each kamishibai consists <strong>of</strong> 12-16 stiff, oaktag cards (15” x 11”), illustrated by Japanese artists. Printed<br />
on the back <strong>of</strong> the cards are the original Japanese text to the story and its English translation. In<br />
Japanese, kami means paper and shibai means drama.<br />
http://www.kamishibai.com<br />
Momotaro, the Peach Boy - Ages 3 & Up<br />
A baby found inside a peach grows into a boy <strong>of</strong> amazing strength and rescues his village from<br />
marauding ogres.<br />
Urashima Taro - Ages 8 & Up<br />
This mysterious folktale along the lines <strong>of</strong> "Rip van Winkle" tells <strong>of</strong> a kind <strong>of</strong> fisherman granted a visit to<br />
the Dragon's undersea palace. During a three-day sojourn inside the palace, many years pass in the<br />
human world.<br />
The Story <strong>of</strong> Tanabata - Ages 6 & Up<br />
The love <strong>of</strong> a young herdsman <strong>for</strong> a beautiful weaver causes both to neglect their duties. As punishment,<br />
the Heavenly Ruler sends them to opposite sides <strong>of</strong> the Milky Way. They are trans<strong>for</strong>med into the stars<br />
Altair and Vega, destined to meet only once a year on the seventh day <strong>of</strong> the seventh month - an event<br />
celebrated throughout East Asia.<br />
Hats <strong>for</strong> the Jizos - Ages 4 & Up<br />
A poor old man and his wife are rewarded on New Year's Eve <strong>for</strong> their unselfish generosity.<br />
The One Inch Boy - Ages 3-8<br />
Despite his tiny stature, the One-Inch Boy proves himself by using his knowledge and strength <strong>of</strong><br />
character to prevail in difficult situations.<br />
The Mouse’s Wedding - Ages 3 & Up<br />
Japan's answer to Mighty Mouse! Father Mouse sets <strong>of</strong>f to find the mightiest creature in the world <strong>for</strong> his<br />
daughter to marry. He approaches the Sun, the Cloud, the Wind and the Wall, but he learns the mouse is<br />
mightiest <strong>of</strong> all.<br />
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Bamboo Princess - Ages 6 & Up<br />
A baby girl discovered inside a bamboo stalk becomes a fables beauty whose destiny lies far <strong>of</strong>f in the<br />
starry sky.<br />
The Monkey and the Crab - Ages 5 & Up<br />
A greedy monkey betrays a trusting crab and steals her delicious persimmon fruit. The crab's children,<br />
with the help <strong>of</strong> clever companions, teach the monkey a lesson.<br />
National Council <strong>for</strong> the Social Studies (NCSS)<br />
http://downloads.ncss.org/publications/NCSSCatalog08.pdf<br />
Tora No Maki I, II, and III: Lessons <strong>for</strong> Teaching About Contemporary Japan $8.00 – Elementary to<br />
Secondary<br />
These resources were co-published by the National Clearinghouse <strong>for</strong> U.S.-Japan Studies, the ERIC<br />
Clearinghouse <strong>for</strong> Social Studies/Social Science Education, and the National Council <strong>for</strong> the Social<br />
Studies in 1997, 1998, and 1999 respectively. Designed <strong>for</strong> the K-12 classroom, the Tora no Maki series<br />
is essential <strong>for</strong> those who teach about Japan or simply want to know more about the country. Ready-touse<br />
lesson plans discuss cultural, social, economic and political subjects including such topics as<br />
Japanese family, ways <strong>of</strong> doing business, schooling and lifestyles, economic policies, and attitudes<br />
toward the environment. Order just one or all three.<br />
Nippon Nyumon: An Idea Book <strong>for</strong> Teaching Japanese Economics $8.00 – Elementary to<br />
Secondary<br />
This resource has been co-published by the National Clearinghouse <strong>for</strong> U.S.-Japan Studies, the ERIC<br />
Clearinghouse <strong>for</strong> Social Studies/Social Science Education, and the National Council <strong>for</strong> the Social<br />
Studies in 1999. Nippon Nyumon: An Idea Book <strong>for</strong> Teaching Japanese Economic Topics is the first<br />
source book on teaching Japanese economic topics exclusively devoted to the K-12 level. As part <strong>of</strong> the<br />
1998 Keizai Koho Center Fellowships Program, educators from Australia, Canada, the United Kingdom,<br />
and the United States authored the 20 chapters comprising this publication. Each chapter provides<br />
background in<strong>for</strong>mation, extensive primary source materials, pedagogical applications, a bibliography,<br />
and a list <strong>of</strong> Internet resources.<br />
University <strong>of</strong> Hawai’i<br />
http://www.hawaii.edu/crdg/howto<br />
China: Understanding Its Past - Secondary<br />
This secondary school textbook, developed by the University <strong>of</strong> Hawai’i Curriculum Research &<br />
Development Group, uses role-playing, simulations, debates, primary documents, first-person accounts,<br />
excerpts from literary works, and cooperative learning activities to help students explore key aspects <strong>of</strong><br />
China’s history and culture. The book focuses on three topics: family, state and society in imperial China;<br />
China in transition since the 19 th century; and the trans<strong>for</strong>mation in Chinese society resulting from<br />
Chinese Communism. Curriculum Research and Development Group and University <strong>of</strong> Hawai’i Press.<br />
1998.<br />
Student Book $24.00<br />
Teacher Manual $29.00<br />
CD $20.00<br />
The Rise <strong>of</strong> Modern Japan - Secondary<br />
This text book highlights key aspects <strong>of</strong> Japan’s history and culture from the Tokugawa era to the<br />
present. It includes role-plays, primary documents, first-person accounts, diary entries, excerpts from<br />
literary works, songs and poems, as well as maps and timelines, charts and grafts, and political cartoons.<br />
Chapter One concerns the Edo Period. Chapter Two examines Japan’s rapid modernization during the<br />
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Taisho and Showa periods. Chapter Three focuses on the American occupation and Japan’s subsequent<br />
rise as an economic power. The separate Teacher Manual is organized like the student text in three<br />
chapters and includes supplementary in<strong>for</strong>mation. The compact disc The Rise <strong>of</strong> Modern Japan: Musical<br />
Selections complements the book. Curriculum Research & Development Group and University <strong>of</strong> Hawaii<br />
Press. 2003.<br />
Student Book $30.00<br />
Teacher Manual $40.00<br />
CD $20.00<br />
Stan<strong>for</strong>d Program on International and Cross-Cultural Education (SPICE)<br />
http://spice.stan<strong>for</strong>d.edu/catalog<br />
China:<br />
An Introduction to Sovereignty: A Case Study <strong>of</strong> Taiwan $54.95 - Secondary to Community College<br />
This curriculum unit examines the key issue <strong>of</strong> sovereignty and provides an in-depth look at the unique<br />
status <strong>of</strong> Taiwan among nations <strong>of</strong> the world. While Taiwan has control over its internal affairs (domestic<br />
sovereignty), the island does not have international legal sovereignty, which would confirm its status as<br />
an independent country. Despite this lack, Taiwan has evolved into an economic powerhouse and has<br />
successfully developed and maintained international relations with many independent countries.<br />
Taiwan's success in international relations raises the unit's key question: Does Taiwan need international<br />
legal sovereignty to successfully exist? Includes lectures on videotape. 2004.<br />
10,000 Shovels: China’s Urbanization and Economic Development $29.95 - Upper Secondary to<br />
Community College<br />
Since the late 1970s, China has experienced unparalleled economic growth. For many people, this is an<br />
exciting time, but not everyone is happy. Problems such as the income gap, lax environmental practices<br />
and <strong>for</strong>ced relocation are just some <strong>of</strong> the economic problems that have appeared. This unit examines<br />
the causes and effects <strong>of</strong> China’s development boom and encourages students to evaluate and<br />
appreciate its benefits and costs. The unit is split into two lessons. The first lesson introduces students to<br />
modern China via a short documentary film that illustrates rapid urbanization <strong>of</strong> the Pearl River Delta. The<br />
second lesson consists <strong>of</strong> a collection <strong>of</strong> short interdisciplinary activities that are designed to engage<br />
students in the analysis <strong>of</strong> the documentary film and encourages students to consider the importance <strong>of</strong><br />
urbanization in their own lives. This unit is accompanied by a DVD, Ten Thousand Shovels. 2006.<br />
China and the World in 2010: An Introduction to Future Studies $39.95 - Secondary to Community<br />
College<br />
This unit on “future studies” uses China as a case study to familiarize students with several research tools<br />
that futurists use to make educated guesses about the future. Each lesson includes an activity in which<br />
students are introduced to selected futurist tools, including: historic analogies, cross-impact matrices,<br />
statistical models, brainstorming, and simulations. Topics covered include historical events in China’s<br />
history, population growth, and economic and environmental issues in China. Appropriate <strong>for</strong> high school<br />
students. Included in this publication is an individual lesson plan entitled “The Decision-Maker’s<br />
Flowchart,” described as a study <strong>of</strong> the regions <strong>of</strong> China that introduces students to China’s geographic<br />
and economic diversity. 1998.<br />
China's Cultural Revolution $59.95 - Secondary to Community College<br />
This unit teaches students about the social, cultural, political, and economic changes that occurred in<br />
China from 1966-1976 during the Great Proletarian Cultural Revolution and the impact they had on<br />
individual lives, the country, and the world. Lesson One provides students with an overview <strong>of</strong> the 20 th<br />
century China be<strong>for</strong>e the revolution. Lesson Two teaches students about the major events <strong>of</strong> the<br />
revolution and <strong>of</strong>fers primary sources to examine. Lesson Three teaches students about propaganda art.<br />
Lesson Four is used in conjunction with Red Scarf Girl, a memoir <strong>of</strong> a Chinese girl. Lastly, in Lesson Five,<br />
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students examine the treatment <strong>of</strong> the revolution in several textbooks from Taiwan, the U.S., and China.<br />
2005.<br />
Chinese Dynasties: Part One: The Shang Dynasty through the Tang Dynasty (1600 BCE- 907 CE)<br />
$59.95 – Middle <strong>School</strong> to Secondary<br />
This unit introduces students to the first 2,500 years <strong>of</strong> Chinese history and <strong>of</strong>fers students an in-depth<br />
view <strong>of</strong> Chinese civilization. This unit has six lessons exploring in-depth the six different dynasties:<br />
Shang, Zhou, Qin, Han, Sui, and Tang. Accompanying this unit is a CD <strong>of</strong> 47 images. 2006.<br />
Chinese Dynasties: Part Two: The Song Dynasty through the Qing Dynasty (960 to 1911 CE)<br />
$59.95 – Secondary<br />
This unit introduces students to the Song Dynasty (960-1279 CE), Yuan Dynasty (1279-1368 CE), Ming<br />
Dynasty (1368-1644 CE) and the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911 CE). This unit <strong>of</strong>fers students an in-depth<br />
view <strong>of</strong> Chinese civilization from the golden age <strong>of</strong> the Song dynasty to the fall <strong>of</strong> the Qing Dynasty and<br />
the end <strong>of</strong> the dynastic system. Also includes a CD with 39 images and 4 transparencies. 2007.<br />
The Concept <strong>of</strong> Order in Ancient China $34.95 - Middle <strong>School</strong> to Secondary<br />
A goal <strong>of</strong> most world history classes is to introduce students to the many ways humans have tried to<br />
create social order over time. In this unit, students learn about the Han Dynasty <strong>of</strong> China, which<br />
successfully united China <strong>for</strong> over 400 years (202 BCE until 220 CE). Small group activities requiring the<br />
use <strong>of</strong> multiple intelligences explore how the Chinese created unity through music, philosophy, politics,<br />
agriculture, and language. Includes audiotape. 1995.<br />
Demystifying the Chinese Language $34.95 – Middle <strong>School</strong> to Secondary<br />
A multi-lesson unit that provides activities <strong>for</strong> writing and decoding Chinese characters, while leading<br />
students to explore and draw broader conclusions about the origins and use <strong>of</strong> human language. Grades<br />
3-9. 1980, rev. 1995.<br />
Ethnic Minority Groups in China $49.95 - Secondary<br />
Students explore issues such as identity, ethnogenesis, sovereignty, ecology, and stereotyping through<br />
studying the experiences <strong>of</strong> four ethnic minority groups in China: the Hui, Tibetans, Mongols, and the<br />
Miao (related to the Hmong <strong>of</strong> Southeast Asia). Students are encouraged to compare and contrast the<br />
situation <strong>of</strong> each Chinese minority group to those <strong>of</strong> societies outside <strong>of</strong> China. 2003.<br />
Hong Kong in Transition: A Look at Economic Interdependence $36.95 - Secondary<br />
This unit examines the issues surrounding Hong Kong’s return to China. Beginning with the historical<br />
background, especially the economic ties between England and China in the 19 th century, the unit<br />
continues into the modern era. Students are exposed to economic cause and effect through the<br />
perspective <strong>of</strong> the tourist industry. What would you do if you were a Japanese tourist in Hong Kong and<br />
the value <strong>of</strong> the yen plummeted, causing your hotel room to essentially triple in price? Students will be<br />
asked to consider that and more when they participate as virtual tourists on a simulated business trip to<br />
Hong Kong. They will then analyze the implications <strong>for</strong> business, acting as tourism <strong>of</strong>ficials in the midst <strong>of</strong><br />
an economic crisis. In the final lesson, a readers’ theater recreates elements <strong>of</strong> the 1997 handover from<br />
British to Chinese rule. This 77-page unit includes 29 slides, a videotape, and five maps. 1999.<br />
Rabbit in the Moon: Folktales from China and Japan $44.95 - Elementary<br />
This teaching unit consists <strong>of</strong> eight folktales from China and Japan, skill-development exercises, and<br />
follow-up activities. It is easily adaptable to a large range <strong>of</strong> age levels and abilities. It can be used in<br />
several curriculum areas, including social studies, multicultural studies, and language arts and literature.<br />
Chinese and Japanese folktales illustrate the similarities and differences in the human experience over<br />
time and space. Students will explore timeless values and understand how those values are expressed<br />
through culture. Includes 51 slides. 1995.<br />
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Religions and Philosophies in China: Confucianism, Daoism, and Buddhism $59.95 – Middle<br />
<strong>School</strong> to Secondary<br />
The study <strong>of</strong> China is not complete without exploration <strong>of</strong> the historical roots and practice <strong>of</strong> its three main<br />
religions and philosophies: Confucianism, Daoism, and Buddhism. This award-winning curriculum unit<br />
uses a variety <strong>of</strong> activities and resources to learn about these world religions and philosophies in a<br />
Chinese context. Throughout each lesson, students are encouraged to compare and contrast each<br />
religion and philosophy as well as to think critically about the universality and modern-day applicability <strong>of</strong><br />
their tenets. Includes 37 slides. 2002.<br />
Traditional Chinese Celebrations: Continuity and Change in Taiwan $29.95 – Elementary to Middle<br />
<strong>School</strong><br />
Four lessons, one on each <strong>of</strong> four major Chinese festivals, introduce Chinese culture at an elementary<br />
school level. Each lesson includes four slides. Festivals covered are: The Lantern Festival (which<br />
concludes the Lunar New Year Festival,) Tomb Sweeping (or Qing Ming), Dragon Boat Festival, and the<br />
Moon (or Mid-Autumn) Festival. Student activities and discussion questions lead students to identify the<br />
similarities and differences between Chinese and U.S. cultural traditions. (Note: Pictures were taken in<br />
Taiwan, but can be used to illustrate the culture <strong>of</strong> mainland China as well.) 1985.<br />
Japan:<br />
An Introduction to Japanese Buddhist Art $39.95 - Middle <strong>School</strong> to Secondary<br />
This unit introduces students to expressions <strong>of</strong> Buddhism in art in the Japanese context. Lessons on art<br />
history, Buddhism, religious institutions, and curatorial practices encourage students to see art in more<br />
ways than one. Students also learn about Buddhism's basic tenets and practices, and develop an<br />
appreciation <strong>for</strong> Buddhist cultural achievements by studying images <strong>of</strong> Buddhism. Features art <strong>of</strong> the<br />
Ruth and Sherman Lee Institute <strong>of</strong> Japanese Art at the Clark Center, Han<strong>for</strong>d, CA. Includes CD-ROM<br />
and daruma doll. 2004.<br />
Castle Towns: An Introduction to Tokugawa Japan $44.95 - Middle <strong>School</strong> to Secondary<br />
This unit is a slide-based introduction to life in Japan during the late feudal period (16 th -19 th centuries).<br />
The slides focus on architecture and defense features <strong>of</strong> the castle, the rise <strong>of</strong> castle towns as nascent<br />
urban centers, and on those who lived in the castle towns. A castle town maze, an activity designed <strong>for</strong> 7 th<br />
to 9 th grade students, adds a first-hand sense <strong>of</strong> how towns were established to protect the castle from<br />
opposing <strong>for</strong>ces. Supplementary materials <strong>for</strong> both students and teachers can be used to extend the unit.<br />
1981.<br />
Civil Rights and Japanese-American Internment $179.95 – Secondary to Community College<br />
This six-lesson curriculum module <strong>of</strong>fers students the opportunity to consider civil right issues in the<br />
context <strong>of</strong> the Japanese-American experience during the immigration years and during World War II.<br />
Videos, books, and photographs. 2001.<br />
Cooperation in Japan, Elementary Literature Series: Part I $42.95 – Elementary<br />
Utilizes primary source material and 32 slides to introduce themes <strong>of</strong> cooperation, working as a team, and<br />
sacrifice <strong>for</strong> the common good in Japanese culture. The story “Fly, Big Carp Streamer” uses a story about<br />
the custom <strong>of</strong> flying fish-shaped banners on Children’s Day (May 5) as an entry point <strong>for</strong> explorations <strong>of</strong><br />
cultural themes. Children can help make a carp-shaped banner <strong>for</strong> the class. Another lesson focuses on<br />
the Japanese custom <strong>of</strong> <strong>School</strong> Sports Day. 1990.<br />
Diamonds in the Rough: Baseball and Japanese-American Internment $64.95 – Middle <strong>School</strong> to<br />
Secondary<br />
The purpose <strong>of</strong> this curricular guide is not only to introduce Japanese-American internment through the<br />
prism <strong>of</strong> baseball but also to encourage students to consider civil liberties during times <strong>of</strong> crisis. This<br />
guide (with accompanying book and documentary DVD) can be used as a supplement to SPICE’s<br />
comprehensive curriculum unit, Civil Rights and Japanese-American Internment. 2004.<br />
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Discovery Box: Exploring Culture Through Artifacts $19.95 – Middle <strong>School</strong> to Secondary<br />
Most students have a natural interest in objects that are not familiar to them. This unit helps capture this<br />
interest and use it to develop object literacy while teaching about another culture. Students learn to look<br />
at objects with the eye <strong>of</strong> an anthropologist or an artist, improving their skills <strong>of</strong> both observation and<br />
inquiry, while drawing tentative conclusions about the culture they are studying. Includes lessons using<br />
Japan as an example, but can be adapted <strong>for</strong> any culture. 1985, revised 1995.<br />
Episodes in the History <strong>of</strong> U.S.-Japan Relations: Case Studies <strong>of</strong> Conflict, Conflict Management<br />
and Resolution $49.95 – Secondary to Community College<br />
This unit examines conflicts between the U.S. and Japan and cultural responses to those conflicts.<br />
Lesson One, “Early Interactions,” sets the stage <strong>for</strong> Lesson Two, “Japanese Immigration to the United<br />
States.” Lesson Three, “Pearl Harbor,” and Lesson Four, “Hiroshima,” focus on the two most infamous<br />
episodes <strong>of</strong> conflict between the two nations. Lesson Five, “The Occupation,” and Lesson Six, “The 50 th<br />
Anniversary <strong>of</strong> Pearl Harbor,” deal with the aftermath <strong>of</strong> those WWII conflicts. 1993.<br />
Haiku Moment: Seeing the World in a Grain <strong>of</strong> Sand, Elementary $31.95 – Elementary<br />
Writing activities accompanied by slides and an audiotape <strong>of</strong> haiku and Japanese music introduce<br />
students to the world <strong>of</strong> Japanese aesthetics and poetry. Includes 12 slides and an audiotape. 1995.<br />
Haiku Moment: Seeing the World in a Grain <strong>of</strong> Sand, Secondary $34.95 – Secondary<br />
An essential tool <strong>for</strong> introducing the world <strong>of</strong> haiku, this unit will allow students to explore Japanese<br />
aesthetics and poetry through activities enhanced by slides and poetry readings. They will come away<br />
with a sense <strong>of</strong> the culture that created this centuries old poetic <strong>for</strong>m and will experience the satisfaction<br />
that comes from creating poetry <strong>of</strong> their own. Includes 22 slides and an audiotape. 1995.<br />
Hiroshima: Perspectives on the Atomic Bombing $39.95 – Secondary<br />
Through this unit, students are encouraged to examine the use <strong>of</strong> the atomic bomb on Japan in its<br />
historical context. Small-group and whole-class activities allow students to learn and appreciate the<br />
multiple perspectives people have on the atomic bombing. The activities utilize primary sources to further<br />
enrich the varying perspectives presented in the unit. Unit with CD-ROM. 2000.<br />
Japan Meets the West: A Case Study <strong>of</strong> Perceptions $44.95 – Middle <strong>School</strong> to Secondary<br />
This five-lesson unit focuses on encounters between Europeans, Americans, and the Japanese in the<br />
mid-1800s. Historic images from woodblock prints and paintings, journal entries, and other primary<br />
sources bring these interactions to life <strong>for</strong> students as they think about issues such as perceptions and<br />
stereotypes. Includes 30 slides. 1994.<br />
Japanese Art in the Edo Period $39.95 – Middle <strong>School</strong> to Secondary<br />
This unit will introduce students to a variety <strong>of</strong> schools <strong>of</strong> painting that flourished in the relatively peaceful<br />
society that existed during the Edo period. Throughout the unit, students will view and work with images<br />
<strong>of</strong> the Edo period art. They will learn how new <strong>for</strong>ms <strong>of</strong> travel encouraged the development <strong>of</strong> new art<br />
<strong>for</strong>ms, and how the government's encouragement <strong>of</strong> some kinds <strong>of</strong> art and the restrictions on other types<br />
<strong>of</strong> art, created <strong>of</strong>ficial and un<strong>of</strong>ficial realms <strong>of</strong> art. Students will also examine the effects <strong>of</strong> the arts on<br />
Japan's isolation from the outside world and how influences from China and the West continued to be an<br />
important part <strong>of</strong> Japanese art. 2005<br />
Japanese Migration & the Americas: An Introduction to the Study <strong>of</strong> Migration $29.95 – Secondary<br />
This curriculum module introduces students to the study <strong>of</strong> migration, including a brief overview <strong>of</strong> some<br />
categories <strong>of</strong> migration and reasons why people migrate. In this introductory study, the Japanese<br />
migration experience in the Americas is used as a case study. Students will be introduced to categories <strong>of</strong><br />
migrations such as rural-urban migration, urban-urban migration, cyclical migration, <strong>for</strong>ced migration,<br />
return migration, remigration, and U-turn migration. Case studies <strong>of</strong> migration will be drawn from the<br />
Japanese experience in the United States, Canada, Peru, Brazil, Mexico, Bolivia, and Argentina. 2000.<br />
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Japanese Radio Exercises $19.95 – Middle <strong>School</strong> to Secondary<br />
In post-war Japan, exercise programs broadcast on the radio became a popular way to boost public<br />
morale. This unit will allow your students to participate in real Japanese Radio Exercises, learning useful<br />
in<strong>for</strong>mation about the Japanese language and culture in the process. 1996.<br />
Rabbit in the Moon: Folktales from China and Japan $44.95 – Elementary<br />
This teaching unit consists <strong>of</strong> eight folktales from China and Japan, skill-development exercises, and<br />
follow-up activities. It is easily adaptable to a large range <strong>of</strong> age levels and abilities. It can be used in<br />
several curriculum areas, including social studies, multicultural studies, and language arts and literature.<br />
Chinese and Japanese folktales illustrate the similarities and differences in the human experience over<br />
time and space. Students will explore timeless values and understand how those values are expressed<br />
through culture. Includes 51 slides. 1995.<br />
Religion in Japan and a Look at Cultural Transmission $39.95 – Middle <strong>School</strong> to Secondary<br />
A study <strong>of</strong> world history and culture is not complete without a study <strong>of</strong> the historic roots and practice <strong>of</strong><br />
Buddhism and an exploration <strong>of</strong> belief systems such as Shinto. This curriculum unit uses individual and<br />
small group activities to teach students about these world religions in a Japanese context. Students will<br />
think about the concept <strong>of</strong> "sacred" and see how different cultures transmit its meanings over time.<br />
Includes 34 slides. 1990.<br />
The Social Fabric <strong>of</strong> Japan: Case Studies <strong>of</strong> Selected Minority Groups $29.95 – Secondary to<br />
Community College<br />
How and why does ethnic diversity exist? How has it molded the individual and collective identities <strong>of</strong><br />
minority groups in Japan? How are issues <strong>of</strong> identity in Japan similar to or different from those in the<br />
United States? This unit presents case studies <strong>of</strong> the Burakumin, Ainu, Okinawan, and Korean minority<br />
groups. By engaging in different activities, students will explore and evaluate the social fabric <strong>of</strong> Japan.<br />
2000.<br />
The Media in U.S.-Japan Relations: A Look at Stereotypes $54.95 – Middle <strong>School</strong> to Community<br />
College<br />
How do the U.S. and Japan portray each other in the media? How did the children's story Little Black<br />
Sambo affect perceptions when it traveled to Japan during the U.S. occupation following WWII? How do<br />
words and images in films contribute to the <strong>for</strong>mation <strong>of</strong> stereotypes? Engaging activities using both<br />
historic and contemporary images explore the role <strong>of</strong> bias and stereotyping in shaping relations between<br />
two countries, such as the U.S. and Japan. Includes videotape. 1994.<br />
Korea:<br />
Understanding the Korean Peninsula in the 21 st Century: Political, Economic, and Security Issues<br />
in the Asia / Pacific Region $49.95 – Secondary<br />
What opportunities and challenges does the 21 st century hold <strong>for</strong> the Korean Peninsula? Activities on the<br />
Japanese colonization <strong>of</strong> the Korean Peninsula and the Korean War set the historical context <strong>for</strong> an<br />
examination <strong>of</strong> this question. Seven lessons engage students in a news conference on the Korean<br />
Peninsula’s current political situation; a role-play that introduces the Korean Peninsula’s economic<br />
situation; a peace conference; an examination <strong>of</strong> civil rights and Korean residents in Japan; and a<br />
consideration <strong>of</strong> scenarios <strong>for</strong> Korean reunification.1999.<br />
General Asia:<br />
Along the Silk Road: People, Interaction and Cultural Exchange $54.95 – Middle <strong>School</strong> to<br />
Secondary<br />
Designed especially <strong>for</strong> world history, geography, and world culture classes, this unit presents the rich<br />
and colorful history <strong>of</strong> the Silk Road through people like Marco Polo and Xuan Zang who lived and<br />
traveled along its trade routes. This publication uses many primary source materials and encourages<br />
active student participation through drama, reader's theater, art activities, and games. An adaptation <strong>of</strong><br />
the popular cross-cultural simulation “Heelotia” is included, as is a videotape. 1993.<br />
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Along the Silk Road $74.95 – Middle <strong>School</strong> to Secondary<br />
This unit was adapted from two previous units, SPICE’s Along the Silk Road (1993) and Silk Road<br />
Encounters (2001) published by the Silk Road Project and the Asia Society. The “Silk Road” refers to a<br />
series <strong>of</strong> routes that crisscrossed Eurasia from the first millennium BCE through the middle <strong>of</strong> the second<br />
millennium CE. Each lesson focuses on a specific aspect <strong>of</strong> the Silk Road, from language to art to music.<br />
While a lesson can be taught in isolation, it is suggested that lessons be taught in the order they appear,<br />
as later lessons build on earlier ones. There are eight lessons. Lesson One introduces students to the<br />
geography <strong>of</strong> the Silk Road. Lesson Two examines the history <strong>of</strong> the Silk Road. Lesson Three focuses on<br />
the different languages and the communication challenges <strong>of</strong> traders and travelers. Lesson Four<br />
introduces the dynamics <strong>of</strong> trade. Lesson Five introduces the major belief systems (religions and<br />
philosophies) and their tenets. Lessons Six and Seven look at art and music. Lesson Eight investigates<br />
the topic <strong>of</strong> migration over three time periods. This unit includes a CD <strong>of</strong> audio files, images, maps,<br />
transparencies, and video files. 2006.<br />
Choices in International Conflict: With a Focus on Security Issues in Asia $31.95 – Secondary to<br />
Community College<br />
This curriculum unit spans a large part <strong>of</strong> Asia with its lessons relating to military buildup, political policy,<br />
and security issues. Relevant to the study <strong>of</strong> China is Lesson Three, “The 1996 Taiwan Strait Crisis.”<br />
This lesson alone includes nine handouts, four editorials, four political cartoons, a transparency, and<br />
materials to prepare the teacher <strong>for</strong> the lesson. Relevant to the study <strong>of</strong> Japan is Lesson One, “The U.S.-<br />
Japan Security Alliance,” Lesson Two, “U.S. Military Bases in Okinawa,” and Lesson Six, “The Russo-<br />
Japanese “Northern Territories” Dispute.” One lesson focuses on the Korean peninsula, and there is one<br />
lesson on Cambodia. Each lesson incorporates handouts, transparencies, political cartoons, reprints <strong>of</strong><br />
editorials, and materials <strong>for</strong> the teacher. 1998.<br />
Contagion in the East: A Look at the 1997-98 Asian Financial Crisis $25.95 – Upper Secondary to<br />
Community College<br />
This three-lesson unit will introduce students to a handful <strong>of</strong> economic basics and help them understand<br />
East Asian emerging economies and the IMF. How do economic fluctuations in Asia affect us all? 2000.<br />
Feeding a Hungry World: Focus on Rice in Asia and the Pacific $64.95 – Middle <strong>School</strong> to<br />
Community College<br />
This comprehensive curriculum unit explores the cultural, economic, environmental, and political aspects<br />
<strong>of</strong> rice production in Asia. While no lesson focuses specifically on China, China is well-represented in<br />
almost every lesson. Lessons include “Biodiversity in Rice Production,” “Rice Policy and the Stages <strong>of</strong><br />
Agricultural Development,” and “Population Growth and Rice.” Incorporates a wealth <strong>of</strong> handouts and<br />
resources. 1995.<br />
Geography and the Human Experience $44.95 – Middle <strong>School</strong> to Secondary<br />
This unit introduces students to a broad range <strong>of</strong> topics and activities that are essential to the study <strong>of</strong><br />
geography. These issues include map analysis and comparison, migration and perceptions <strong>of</strong> region,<br />
interactions between humans and the environment and their implications, urban growth and energy<br />
consumption, political divisions <strong>of</strong> the earth, and economic interdependence around the world.<br />
Throughout this unit, students refer to and use a mapmaking tool on the Internet that allows them to<br />
select myriad geographical in<strong>for</strong>mation to create their own maps. Students also learn about geographical<br />
issues around the world through case studies from 12 countries including several on East Asia. 2004.<br />
Mapping Asia $21.95 – Middle <strong>School</strong> to Secondary<br />
This curriculum unit has been designed to serve two major functions: to teach about the basic physical<br />
and political geography <strong>of</strong> Asia, and to review fundamental geographical concepts and vocabulary in an<br />
Asian context. Includes handouts, worksheets with answer keys, pages which are suitable <strong>for</strong> making<br />
transparencies, teaching guides, and appendices. Lessons include “About Climate,” “What is Asia,” and<br />
Learning the Physiographic Features <strong>of</strong> Asia.” 1994.<br />
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Megacities in the Asia/Pacific Region: Focusing on Their Environmental Impact $49.95 –<br />
Secondary to Community College<br />
This curriculum unit examines the impact <strong>of</strong> “megacities” (cities with populations <strong>of</strong> 10 million people or<br />
more) on the Asian cultural and environmental landscape. Students will examine the reasons <strong>for</strong> the<br />
proliferation <strong>of</strong> megacities, understand their energy and resource needs, consider possible ways to<br />
reduce environmental degradation, and evaluate policy issues. Lessons include “Megacities and Air<br />
Pollution,” “Bangkok and the Scope <strong>of</strong> Water Pollution,” “Waste Management in Tokyo,” and<br />
“Sustainability <strong>of</strong> Megacities.” Includes numerous handouts, worksheets, activities, and transparencies.<br />
1997.<br />
The San Francisco Peace Treaty: The Cold War and the Peace Process $29.95 – Secondary to<br />
Community College<br />
This three-lesson unit provides students with historical knowledge <strong>of</strong> the San Francisco Peace Treaty and<br />
the global issues that influenced its signatories in 1951. Through role-playing activities, analysis <strong>of</strong><br />
primary sources, and writing assignments, students develop a solid understanding <strong>of</strong> the early Cold War<br />
era. Students also learn about the treaty’s long-term implications through a discussion on contemporary<br />
reparations issues. 2001.<br />
Individual Lesson Plans:<br />
The Allied Occupation <strong>of</strong> Japan $7.50 – Secondary to Community College<br />
This lesson introduces students to the Allied Occupation <strong>of</strong> Japan, 1945-1952. Using speeches made by<br />
U.S. President Harry Truman and Japanese Emperor Hirohito (as well as other primary sources),<br />
students learn about some <strong>of</strong> the changes that occurred in Japan during the Occupation. From the full<br />
unit titled Episodes in the History <strong>of</strong> U.S.-Japan Relations: Case Studies <strong>of</strong> Conflict, Conflict Management<br />
and Resolution. 1993.<br />
Analyzing the Media: Case Studies in U.S.-Japan Relations $10.00 – Middle <strong>School</strong> to Community<br />
College<br />
This individual lesson plan provides eight different small group activities using resources such as political<br />
cartoons, advertisements, movie reviews, letters to the editor, and opinion polls to help students<br />
recognize bias and stereotyping and identify key issues when analyzing in<strong>for</strong>mation in the media. From<br />
the full unit titled The Media in U.S.-Japan Relations: A Look at Stereotypes. 1994.<br />
The Decision Maker’s Flowchart $7.50 – Secondary to Community College<br />
A study <strong>of</strong> the regions <strong>of</strong> China introduces students to China's geographic and economic diversity.<br />
Students then break into small groups and use flowcharts to make decisions about the economic future <strong>of</strong><br />
the nation's 32 provinces, municipalities, and autonomous regions. From the full unit titled China and the<br />
World in 2010: An Introduction to Futures Studies. 1998.<br />
The Historical and Cultural Importance <strong>of</strong> Rice $7.50 – Middle <strong>School</strong> to Community College<br />
This individual lesson plan engages students in a variety <strong>of</strong> activities based on readings carefully selected<br />
to reflect the historical and cultural importance <strong>of</strong> rice in six Asian countries. Readings include a literature<br />
excerpt from Thailand, a folktale and poetry from China, a short story from Indonesia, a personal narrative<br />
from Bangladesh, a legend from the Phillippines, and a folktale from Japan. From the full unit titled<br />
Feeding a Hungry World: Focus on Rice in Asia and the Pacific. 1995.<br />
Sharing Beliefs and Ideas $7.50 – Middle <strong>School</strong> to Secondary<br />
This lesson allows students to examine how cultural ideas and thoughts were exchanged as travelers and<br />
traders such as Xuan Zang and Marco Polo met, interacted, and traded with different people and cultures<br />
along the Silk Road. From the full unit titled Along the Silk Road. 1988.<br />
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Literature<br />
The following titles can all be ordered online from Amazon.com at http://www.amazon.com.<br />
You are also welcome to purchase them from other online booksellers and/or at a local bookstore.<br />
China:<br />
Born Red: A Chronicle <strong>of</strong> the Cultural Revolution $27.95<br />
An autobiographical account <strong>of</strong> a young man from a provincial town in North China who was caught up in<br />
the excitement and struggles <strong>of</strong> the Cultural Revolution. As a teenager boarding at the top local high<br />
school, Gao found himself pulled in opposite directions.<br />
Chinese Fairy Tales and Fantasies $16.00 – Ages 9-12<br />
A collection <strong>of</strong> Chinese fairy tales.<br />
Chinese Mother Goose Rhymes $7.99 – Elementary<br />
A collection <strong>of</strong> nursery rhymes translated from Chinese; including rhymes on lady bugs, kites, and bumps<br />
on the head. In both English and Chinese.<br />
Count Your Way Through China $5.95 – Elementary<br />
Uses the teaching <strong>of</strong> the Chinese numbers one to ten to introduce diverse aspects <strong>of</strong> Chinese culture.<br />
Dragon <strong>of</strong> the Lost Sea $6.99 – Elementary<br />
Written by Lawrence Yep. A story about a dragon princess and a boy, both homeless and alone in the<br />
world. The Chinese princess has a mission to recover a magic pebble and the boy wants to help her. An<br />
ALA Notable book.<br />
Dragon’s Village, The $13.95<br />
By Yuan-Tsung Chen. An autobiography <strong>of</strong> a city girl who took part in land re<strong>for</strong>m in a remote mountain<br />
village as a teenager. The protagonist chooses to remain in China after the Communists assume power in<br />
1949, while her family and fiancé flee <strong>for</strong> Hong Kong. Her patriotism and dedication to the ideals <strong>of</strong> the<br />
revolution are tested as she finds herself a young urban woman alone in a remote village.<br />
Family $8.95 – Middle <strong>School</strong> to Secondary<br />
Written by Ba Jin (Pa Chin). This classic 1931 Chinese novel is the first part <strong>of</strong> Ba Jin’s autobiographical<br />
trilogy, Turbulent Stream, and deals with the May 4th movement. It was extremely influential in China,<br />
where many young people, dissatisfied with the injustices <strong>of</strong> their society, saw this book as an expression<br />
<strong>of</strong> their rejection <strong>of</strong> old “feudal” ways. This translation reads smoothly, yet keeps the Chinese flavor <strong>of</strong> the<br />
original. Centered around the struggle <strong>of</strong> the young protagonists to create a new type <strong>of</strong> life <strong>for</strong><br />
themselves, the book imparts a vast amount <strong>of</strong> in<strong>for</strong>mation about this time <strong>of</strong> great cultural change, while<br />
keeping the interest <strong>of</strong> the reader.<br />
Homesick: My Own Story $6.99 – Ages 9-12<br />
Written by Jean Fritz, an American who was born and spent her first 12 years in China. This<br />
autobiographical story is full <strong>of</strong> rich descriptions <strong>of</strong> life in pre-communist China and the cultural conflicts <strong>of</strong><br />
a girl caught between two cultures.<br />
I Once Was a Monkey – Stories Buddha Told $17.00 – Elementary<br />
Retold and illustrated by Jeanne M. Lee. A young monkey, caught in a storm, runs into other animals<br />
hiding in a cave. A statue <strong>of</strong> Buddha tells them six stories called Jatakas, or birth stories, that illustrate<br />
Buddha’s teachings, such as compassion, tolerance, honesty, and endurance.<br />
Legend <strong>of</strong> Mu Lan: A Heroine <strong>of</strong> Ancient China $7.95 – Elementary<br />
Written and illustrated by Wei Jiang and Cheng A. Jiang.<br />
Lon Po Po: A Red Riding Hood Story from China $6.99 – Lower Elementary<br />
Illustrated and translated by Ed Young. Three sisters staying home alone are endangered by a hungry<br />
wolf disguised as their grandmother. A Caldecott Award winner.<br />
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Look What Came from China $6.95 – Lower Elementary<br />
By Miles Harvey. A look at the amazing things that originated in China, such as the compass, fireworks,<br />
kites, dominoes, calligraphy, silk, sunglasses, and pasta.<br />
Mei-Mei Loves the Morning $15.95 – Lower Elementary<br />
Written by Margaret Holloway Tsubakiyama and illustrated by Cornelius Van Wright and Ying-Hwa Hu.<br />
The story <strong>of</strong> a little girl and her grandfather on a bright morning in urban China. Together they go to the<br />
park, look at birdcages, play games, practice taiqi (tai-ch’i), and drink tea with friends.<br />
Monkey: A Journey to the West [ABRIDGED] $14.95 – High <strong>School</strong><br />
Retold by David Kherdian. This popular Asian folk novel is part spiritual journey and part historical epic.<br />
Originally written in the 16 th century, it is the story <strong>of</strong> the trickster Monkey as he travels to India in search<br />
<strong>of</strong> sacred scriptures and the characters he meets on the journey. The tale is described as an allegory <strong>of</strong><br />
the struggle that must occur be<strong>for</strong>e spiritual trans<strong>for</strong>mation is possible.<br />
The Moon Lady $7.99 – Lower Elementary<br />
By Amy Tan. The story <strong>of</strong> seven-year-old Ying Yang’s adventures at the Moon Festival.<br />
Mr. China’s Son: A Village Life $35.00 – Upper Secondary<br />
He Liyi's story is set mainly in a remote area <strong>of</strong> northwestern Yunnan, but it shows how changes in the<br />
world's largest country filtered through the life <strong>of</strong> one village and <strong>of</strong> an observant but never bitter patriot.<br />
Son <strong>of</strong> a Kuomintang policeman who was executed, he endured five years <strong>of</strong> socialist reeducation in a<br />
labor camp be<strong>for</strong>e returning home in 1962. Trying to create a new life, he accepts his lot as a peasant<br />
and marries a virtuous local woman who does not fear poverty.<br />
Son <strong>of</strong> the Revolution $15.00<br />
By Liang Heng and Judith Shapiro. This is the biography <strong>of</strong> a young man growing up in the turbulence <strong>of</strong><br />
China from the late 1950s through the 1970s.<br />
Sunflower Splendor: Three Thousand Years <strong>of</strong> Chinese Poetry $23.95 – High school<br />
By Wu-Chi Liu, Irving Yucheng Lo (editor). An anthology <strong>of</strong> over one thousand Chinese poems in<br />
translation.<br />
Tales <strong>of</strong> a Chinese Grandmother $13.95 – Ages 9-12<br />
Written by Frances Carpenter. Stories <strong>of</strong> Chinese folklore told by an aged grandmother to her<br />
grandchildren. Reading level grade six and up, but can be read to younger students.<br />
Ties That Bind, Ties That Break $6.50 – Ages 11-14<br />
Written by Lensey Namioka. In 1911, China is experiencing dramatic cultural and political changes. And<br />
in the home <strong>of</strong> young Ailin, a quieter but equally impacting revolution is taking place--a war against<br />
tradition. Ailin enjoys a privileged childhood, but as a girl, she is denied what she wants most: a voice in<br />
her future. Women are expected to be seen and not heard, skilled in domestic arts rather than educated,<br />
and to bind their feet--all to ensure a good marriage. Ailin rebels, but freedom comes with a price.<br />
To the Storm: The Odyssey <strong>of</strong> a Revolutionary Chinese Woman $22.95<br />
By Yue Daiyun and Carolyn Wakeman. The autobiography <strong>of</strong> a young woman intellectual, Yue Daiyun,<br />
who lived through the Maoist years. Covers a range <strong>of</strong> political movements over a period <strong>of</strong> twenty years.<br />
At the center <strong>of</strong> the account is the negative effects <strong>of</strong> these events on her family.<br />
Waiting $13.95<br />
By Ha Jin. Every summer Lin Kong returned to Goose Village to divorce his wife. Like a fairy tale, Ha<br />
Jin's masterful novel <strong>of</strong> love and politics begins with a <strong>for</strong>mula--and like a fairy tale, Waiting uses its slight,<br />
deceptively simple framework to encompass a wide range <strong>of</strong> truths about the human heart. Lin Kong is a<br />
Chinese army doctor trapped in an arranged marriage that embarrasses and repels him. Nevertheless,<br />
he's content with his tidy military life, at least until he falls in love with Manna, a nurse at his hospital.<br />
Regulations <strong>for</strong>bid an army <strong>of</strong>ficer to divorce without his wife's consent--until 18 years have passed, that<br />
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is, after which he is free to marry again. So, year after year Lin asks his wife <strong>for</strong> his freedom, and year<br />
after year he returns from the provincial courthouse: still married, still unable to consummate his<br />
relationship with Manna. Ha Jin himself served in the People's Liberation Army, and in fact left his native<br />
country <strong>for</strong> the U.S. only in 1985.<br />
Wild Swans: Three Daughters <strong>of</strong> China $16.00<br />
A memoir which takes the reader from the author’s grandmother, who became a concubine to a local<br />
warlord at the age <strong>of</strong> 15, to the author’s mother and her revolutionary marriage to an incorruptible<br />
Communist <strong>of</strong>ficial, to the author herself and her struggle to escape China.<br />
Yeh-Shen: A Cinderella Story from China $6.99 – Ages 9-12<br />
Retold by Ai Ling and illustrated by Ed Young. In the Tang Dynasty, a young girl overcomes the<br />
wickedness <strong>of</strong> her stepsister and stepmother to become the bride <strong>of</strong> a prince.<br />
Japan:<br />
Anthology <strong>of</strong> Japanese Literature (Keene) $14.50<br />
Edited by Donald Keene. Japanese literature from the earliest era to the mid-19 th century. The companion<br />
volume to Modern Japanese Literature (see below).<br />
Cool Melons – Turn to Frogs! The Life and Poems <strong>of</strong> Issa $7.95 – Lower Elementary<br />
A biography and introduction to the work <strong>of</strong> the Japanese haiku poet, Kobayashi Issa (1763-1827), whose<br />
love <strong>for</strong> nature finds expression in the more than thirty poems included in this book. Issa grew up lonely<br />
and abandoned by his family and faced with enormous sadness as an adult. His kindhearted nature is<br />
expressed in his poetry.<br />
Crane Wife, The $7.00 – Lower Elementary<br />
Retold by Odds Bodkins and illustrated by Gennady Spirin. The retelling <strong>of</strong> a well-known Japanese<br />
folktale about a poor sail maker who marries a beautiful and mysterious stranger with magical weaving<br />
abilities. When he discovers that his wife is really a crane he once saved, she turns back into a crane and<br />
flies away. The illustrations contain some inaccuracies like the wearing <strong>of</strong> shoes in the house.<br />
Crow Boy $5.99 – Lower Elementary<br />
Written by Taro Yashima. Afraid <strong>of</strong> teachers, teased by his classmates <strong>for</strong> being different, unable to make<br />
friends, Chibi spends most <strong>of</strong> his time alone in school. But a friendly new teacher, Mr. Isobe, discovers a<br />
remarkable talent <strong>of</strong> Chibi’s and encourages him to share it with his classmates.<br />
Funny Little Woman, The $5.99 – Lower Elementary<br />
Retold by Arlene Mosel and illustrated by Blair Lent. An adaptation <strong>of</strong> a Japanese folktale about a funny<br />
little woman who falls into a hole while chasing a dumpling. She is captured by oni (demons) who <strong>for</strong>ced<br />
to make dumplings <strong>for</strong> them using a magic paddle. She escapes by making the demons laugh. Laughter<br />
not violence leads to triumph.<br />
Girl from the Snow Country $7.95 – Lower Elementary<br />
Written by Masako Hidaka. A little girl, Mi-chan, who lives in northern Japan, makes bunnies out <strong>of</strong> snow<br />
but she needs something to use <strong>for</strong> their eyes. With the help <strong>of</strong> a friendly deity and a lady at the market,<br />
Mi-chan finds berries that she uses <strong>for</strong> their eyes.<br />
Grass Sandals: The Life <strong>of</strong> Basho $18.99 – Lower Elementary<br />
Written by Darlene Spivak. A simple retelling <strong>of</strong> the travels <strong>of</strong> 17 th century Japanese poet, Matsuo Basho<br />
(1644-94), across his island homeland. Includes some <strong>of</strong> the haiku verses he composed.<br />
Haiku Picturebook <strong>for</strong> Children $14.95 – Lower Elementary<br />
Edited by Keisuke Nishimoto and illustrated by Kozo Shimizu. A collection <strong>of</strong> haiku written by some <strong>of</strong><br />
Japan’s most famous poets, such as Yosano Buson and Matsuo Basho. The works are arranged in a<br />
seasonal pattern along with the original versions in Japanese.<br />
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Japanese Children’s Favorite Stories $21.95 – Lower Elementary<br />
Edited by Frances Sakade. Illustrated by Yoshisuke Kurosaki. A collection <strong>of</strong> well-loved Japanese<br />
folktales. The selection includes 20 famous stories such as “Peach Boy,” “The Magic Teakettle,” and “The<br />
Grateful Statues.”<br />
Kokoro $14.95 – Secondary<br />
Nasume Soseki is perhaps the greatest Japanese novelist <strong>of</strong> the Meiji period and is still widely read in<br />
Japan today. Kokoro is usually translated as “heart” or “feelings” and in this novel, Soseki explores<br />
friendship, family relationships and loneliness.<br />
The Master Puppeteer $5.99 – Middle <strong>School</strong><br />
By Katherine Patterson. A poor thirteen-year-old boy in 18 th century Osaka begins to work <strong>for</strong> the Bunraku<br />
puppeteers. An introduction to a theater <strong>for</strong>m that continues to be important in contemporary Japan and<br />
to an exciting period <strong>of</strong> Japanese history.<br />
Modern Japanese Literature $15.95<br />
Edited by Donald Keene. Japanese literature from 1868. This volume is the companion to Anthology <strong>of</strong><br />
Japanese Literature: from the Earliest Era to the Mid-Nineteenth Century (see above). The book includes<br />
introductions to the writers as well as a historical introduction by Keene.<br />
Noguchi the Samurai $14.95 – Elementary<br />
Written by Burt Konzak and illustrated by Johnny Wales. Noguchi, the samurai, believing he is the<br />
strongest samurai, terrorizes his fellow passengers on a ferry. When he accidentally drops his pipe into<br />
the sea, his fierce attitude intensifies and terrifies the passengers. Then, an old samurai steps in to show<br />
him how one can win a battle without a sword. This is not an original Japanese tale, but it is set in<br />
Tokugawa Japan and is in the style <strong>of</strong> stories used to teach the ethics and philosophy <strong>of</strong> martial arts.<br />
Of Nightingales That Weep $6.99 – Ages 9-12<br />
Written by Katherine Patterson. In 12 th century Japan, Takiko’s father dies in battle and her mother<br />
remarries an ugly potter living in the country. Takiko longs to escape to a place befitting her birth. When a<br />
traveling merchant hears her play koto, Takiko has the opportunity to join the imperial court life. Highlights<br />
the struggle between the Genji and Heike clans.<br />
The Paper Crane $6.99 – Lower Elementary<br />
Adapted and illustrated by Molly Bang. An old man repays a generous restaurant owner <strong>for</strong> the gift <strong>of</strong> a<br />
free meal by giving him a magical paper crane. When the crane comes alive and dances, more and more<br />
people come to the restaurant and business thrives. A good introduction to origami or paper folding.<br />
The Sound <strong>of</strong> Waves $12.95 – Secondary<br />
Written by Yukio Mishima. A tale <strong>of</strong> first love between a young fisherman and the daughter <strong>of</strong> a wealthy<br />
man.<br />
The Tale <strong>of</strong> Genji [abridged] $14.95<br />
By Lady Murasaki and translated by Edward Seidensticker. Abridged translation <strong>of</strong> Lady Murasaki's<br />
account <strong>of</strong> court life in Heian Japan. Widely recognized as the world's first novel.<br />
Note: Participants may also purchase the translation by Arthur Waley <strong>for</strong> $2.50, if preferred.<br />
Under the Cherry Blossom Tree $15.00 – Lower Elementary<br />
Retold and illustrated by Allen Say. A funny story <strong>for</strong> young readers. One day in spring, when all the<br />
people in the village are enjoying the abundant cherry blossoms, a wicked landlord accidentally swallows<br />
a cherry pit that begins to grow into a tree from the top <strong>of</strong> his head. This incident causes him a great deal<br />
<strong>of</strong> trouble, but the poor villagers are led into a happy and wondrous world because <strong>of</strong> it.<br />
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Korea:<br />
A Single Shard $6.99 – Ages 10 & Up<br />
This winner <strong>of</strong> the Newbery Medal tells the story <strong>of</strong> an orphan boy in 12 th century Korea who wants to<br />
become a potter. According to the author, the three threads <strong>of</strong> the story are family, pottery, and an<br />
adventurous journey.<br />
Count Your Way through Korea $5.95 – Ages 4-8<br />
Presents the numbers one to ten in Korean, using each number to introduce concepts about Korea and<br />
its culture.<br />
East to America: Korean American Life Stories $16.95<br />
A collection <strong>of</strong> 50 engrossing interviews with a cross section <strong>of</strong> the Korean American community.<br />
Echoes <strong>of</strong> the White Giraffe $16.00 – Ages 10 & Up<br />
In the sequel to Year <strong>of</strong> Impossible Goodbyes, fifteen-year-old Sookan is living in a refugee camp in<br />
Pusan, a city in southern Korea, where she struggles to rebuild a normal life and to make decisions about<br />
her own life.<br />
In the Absence <strong>of</strong> the Sun $19.00<br />
When her grandmother became ill, the author became determined to reunite her with her elder son, who<br />
was lost decades be<strong>for</strong>e in the family’s escape from North Korea. By Helie Lee, the author <strong>of</strong> Still Life<br />
with Rice.<br />
Lost Names: Scenes from a Korean Boyhood $16.95<br />
Richard Kim paints seven vivid scenes from a boyhood and early adolescence in Korea at the height <strong>of</strong><br />
the Japanese occupation, 1932 to 1945. The book follows one Korean family through the Japanese<br />
occupation to the surrender <strong>of</strong> the Japanese empire.<br />
Still Life with Rice $15.00<br />
Writing in her grandmother’s voice, Helie Lee tells <strong>of</strong> a woman’s life in Korea through the Japanese<br />
occupation and Korean War.<br />
When My Name was Keoko: A Novel <strong>of</strong> Korea in WWII $6.50 – Ages 10-14<br />
Newbery Medal-winning author Linda Sue Park chronicles the compelling story <strong>of</strong> two siblings, 10-yearold<br />
Sun-hee and 13-year-old Tae-yul, and their battle to maintain their identity and dignity during the<br />
Japanese occupation in the year’s preceding WWII.<br />
Year <strong>of</strong> Impossible Goodbyes $5.99 – Ages 10 & Up<br />
Winner <strong>of</strong> the ALA Best Book <strong>for</strong> Young Adults, this book tells the story <strong>of</strong> ten-year-old Sookan and her<br />
family in Japanese occupied Korea <strong>of</strong> 1945. When the war ends, Russian troops take control <strong>of</strong> North<br />
Korea. The family makes a dangerous escape to the south.<br />
Reference Books<br />
China:<br />
The British Museum Book <strong>of</strong> Chinese Art $27.50<br />
The book opens with a very good but brief introduction to Chinese history and then surveys the various<br />
art <strong>for</strong>ms. The British Museum collection is featured, obviously, but the individual pieces are occasions <strong>for</strong><br />
very clear and interesting discussions <strong>of</strong> the type <strong>of</strong> work each represents; the book in this respect is very<br />
much more than a catalog <strong>of</strong> one collection. Recommended by the Seattle Art Museum as a good<br />
introduction to Chinese art.<br />
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China: A Global Studies Handbook. $55.00<br />
This new volume <strong>of</strong>fers readers a concise, single-stop introduction to Chinese history, culture, economics,<br />
politics, and social issues. Learn how China has changed—and not changed—from early to modern<br />
times, and what life throughout China is like today. Written by Robert Andre LaFleur. Part <strong>of</strong> the ABC<br />
CLIO Global Studies series.<br />
Global Studies: China (student textbook) $32.19<br />
This edition includes country reports and current statistics <strong>for</strong> the People's Republic <strong>of</strong> China, Taiwan,<br />
and Hong Kong, with essays discussing the region as a whole. A wide selection <strong>of</strong> articles from the world<br />
press and an annotated list <strong>of</strong> World Wide Web sites are also featured in this volume.<br />
Sources <strong>of</strong> Chinese Tradition, Volume One $31.00<br />
Compiled by Theodore Debary and Irene Bloom.<br />
An introduction to Chinese civilization through basic writings and historical documents. Volume One<br />
covers the period from ancient times to 1600.<br />
Sources <strong>of</strong> Chinese Tradition, Volume Two $30.00<br />
Compiled by Theodore Debary and Irene Bloom.<br />
An introduction to Chinese civilization through basic writings and historical documents. Volume Two<br />
covers the period from 1600 through the 20 th century.<br />
Japan:<br />
Global Studies: Japan and the Pacific Rim (student textbook) $32.19<br />
This edition includes country reports, current statistics, and background essays on the Pacific Rim, the<br />
Pacific Islands, and Japan. It also features a wide selection <strong>of</strong> carefully selected articles from newspapers<br />
and magazines from around the world and an annotated list <strong>of</strong> World Wide Web sites guides students to<br />
additional resources.<br />
Japan: A Global Studies Handbook. $55.00<br />
This resource includes a narrative history and a general reference section on Japan. The author is<br />
Lucien Ellington, editor <strong>of</strong> the journal Education About Asia. The book was written <strong>for</strong> the widest possible<br />
audience including businesspeople, educators, high school and university students, school teachers, and<br />
tourists.<br />
Korea:<br />
The Koreans: Who They Are, What They Want, Where Their Future Lies $16.95<br />
British journalist Michael Breen gives an overview <strong>of</strong> the nature and values <strong>of</strong> the Korean people as a<br />
background to the history <strong>of</strong> Korea, especially the division between the Communist north and the Pro-<br />
Western south.<br />
Feature Films – DVD Format only<br />
The following feature films may be purchased online at http://www.amazon.com. Alternatively, they may<br />
be available <strong>for</strong> purchase at your local video store.<br />
China:<br />
The Road Home (2000) $29.95<br />
Shower (1999) $29.95<br />
Japan:<br />
After Life (2000) $29.95<br />
My Neighbor Totoro (2006) $29.99<br />
Korea:<br />
The Way Home (2002) $19.99<br />
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Joint Security Area (2000) $24.99<br />
A State <strong>of</strong> Mind (2003) $29.95<br />
Koto World – Ages 4‐40<br />
Elizabeth Falconer’s award‐winning CDs <strong>of</strong> Japanese folktales set to koto music.<br />
See http://www.kotoworld.com <strong>for</strong> details about the CDs. Order online at Koto World or Amazon.com.<br />
Hana and the Dragon and other tales from Japan $14.99<br />
Little Pink Fish $14.99<br />
Once Upon a Lilypad $14.99<br />
Plum Boy! And Other Tales from Japan $14.99<br />
Asia <strong>for</strong> <strong>Kids</strong><br />
http://www.afk.com<br />
China: A Century <strong>of</strong> Revolution DVD $39.99<br />
Never-be<strong>for</strong>e-seen footage allows you to witness some <strong>of</strong> the most dramatic events that took place in<br />
China including the Northern expedition <strong>of</strong> Chiang Kai-Shek, the Long March, and the "Gang <strong>of</strong> Four"<br />
trial. You will also see impressive footage <strong>of</strong> interviews <strong>of</strong> soldiers, judges, leaders, revolutionaries,<br />
warlords, and ordinary citizens who have lived through these tumultuous times - and have held their<br />
secrets <strong>for</strong> decades. The first video in the three-part series covers the period from the 1911 Revolution to<br />
World War II while the second covers the Communist victory to the death <strong>of</strong> Mao. The last video begins<br />
with the current liberalization, the Tiananmen Square Incident and follows into early 1997. Approx. six<br />
hours. Documentary.<br />
Families in China VHS or DVD $29.95 – Elementary to Secondary<br />
Families in Korea VHS or DVD $29.95<br />
Families in Japan DVD $29.95<br />
In the Families videos, viewers get a peek at the everyday lives <strong>of</strong> two families - usually an urban and a<br />
rural family. We are introduced to a child who helps narrate his or her activities. The footage is intimate<br />
but not intrusive. Lots <strong>of</strong> interesting facts about the country are presented from a realistic viewpoint which<br />
brings other cultures into your classroom or home. 30 min.<br />
Art Institute <strong>of</strong> Chicago<br />
http://www.artic.edu/aic/education/trc/purchase<br />
What do you see? A teaching Video $15.00 – Upper Elementary to Secondary<br />
This video is an essential teaching tool <strong>for</strong> educators who want to incorporate art into the curriculum.<br />
Renowned art educator Philip Yenawine demonstrates a mode <strong>of</strong> inquiry designed to help students<br />
observe, analyze, and interpret art, emphasizing observation and critical thinking.<br />
Los Angeles County Museum <strong>of</strong> Art<br />
http://www.lacma.org/programs/teachers<strong>School</strong>sResources.aspx<br />
The Art <strong>of</strong> Korea: Selections from the Permanent Collection $10.00<br />
This curriculum highlights six objects from the L.A. County Museum <strong>of</strong> Art: a lacquer box inlaid with<br />
mother-<strong>of</strong>-pearl, a bronze sculpture <strong>of</strong> a seated priest, an altar attendant made <strong>of</strong> wood, a porcelain jar<br />
with dragon and clouds, an expressive wooden mask, and the fine portrait painting <strong>of</strong> a revered Korean<br />
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scholar. These objects date from the Choson dynasty (1392–1910) and represent the rich culture and<br />
age-old traditions <strong>of</strong> Korea.<br />
Chinese Art $10.00<br />
This unit includes six slides <strong>of</strong> a bronze vessel, a lacquer cosmetic box, a funerary sculpture <strong>of</strong> a chimera,<br />
a Bodhisattva, a porcelain vase, and a handscroll <strong>of</strong> ink and paper. These objects <strong>of</strong> Chinese art can be<br />
used to highlight key moments in Chinese history.<br />
Flora and Fauna: Nature in Japanese Art $10.00<br />
This packet uses four nature-inspired Japanese pieces in the Museum’s collection. The packet includes<br />
transparencies <strong>of</strong> the different pieces: a wooden Shinto sculpture in the shape <strong>of</strong> a seated fox, a ceramic<br />
hanging flower vase in the <strong>for</strong>m <strong>of</strong> a quiver, two folding screens titled Puppies Among Bamboo in the<br />
Snow and Landscape in Snow, and Hokusai’s famous woodblock print The Great Wave <strong>of</strong> Kanagawa,<br />
from his series Thirty-Six Views <strong>of</strong> Mt. Fuji.<br />
Golden Robes and Demon Masks: The Arts <strong>of</strong> Japan’s Noh and Kyogen Theater $10.00<br />
Discover two <strong>of</strong> the most ancient and influential <strong>for</strong>ms <strong>of</strong> Japanese theater, Noh and Kyogen, through<br />
evocative carved wood masks, woven silk and gold costumes, painted screens, and lacquered<br />
instruments. Noh, a <strong>for</strong>m <strong>of</strong> musical dance-drama originating in the 14 th century, is Japan's oldest<br />
continuing pr<strong>of</strong>essional theater. Lighthearted comic plays called kyogen are per<strong>for</strong>med in between noh<br />
plays as a counterpart to the solemn elegance <strong>of</strong> noh. Four color transparencies included.<br />
Images <strong>of</strong> Compassion: Buddhist Art and Practice $10.00<br />
Throughout Asia there are striking similarities among Buddhist images and what they mean, but also<br />
significant differences that illustrate the ways Buddhism changed as it spread. These curriculum materials<br />
explore the symbols and gestures found in Buddhist art and the role <strong>of</strong> visual images in meditation. Color<br />
transparencies include Buddhist sculptures from Tibet, China, and Pakistan, and a Japanese painted<br />
scroll by Hakuin Ekaku.<br />
Korean Arts <strong>of</strong> the 18 th Century $10.00<br />
In the 18 th century a uniquely Korean identity emerged in the arts. This packet explores some <strong>of</strong> the new<br />
<strong>for</strong>ms that arose during this period as well as the general political and cultural influences from which they<br />
grew. This unit was created <strong>for</strong> the special exhibition Korean Arts <strong>of</strong> the 18 th Century: Splendor and<br />
Simplicity.<br />
Japanese Art (set <strong>of</strong> slides) $18.00<br />
Includes various slides <strong>of</strong> Japanese arts from the museum permanent collection.<br />
Japanese Prints <strong>of</strong> the 19 th and Early 20 th Centuries $10.00<br />
This packet focuses on 19 th -century ukiyo-e and 20 th -century shin-hanga woodblock prints. It addresses<br />
the themes, techniques, and artistic styles <strong>of</strong> the two types and describes how the prints were a reflection<br />
<strong>of</strong> the Japanese political and social climate <strong>of</strong> the time. Images represented in the slide set include<br />
landscapes, cityscapes, and portraits.<br />
Japonism in Art and Fashion $10.00<br />
This packet was created in conjunction with the exhibition Japonism in Fashion: The Influence <strong>of</strong> Japan<br />
on Western Dress. Using the works in the exhibition, this packet examines that trend <strong>of</strong> American and<br />
European artists and designers in the 19 th and 20 th centuries who were influenced by the arts <strong>of</strong> Japan.<br />
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Asian Art Museum <strong>of</strong> San Francisco<br />
http://www.asianart.org/educatorresources.htm<br />
Ancient China (Slide packet) $25.00<br />
This introductory packet highlights ancient Chinese jades, bronzes, and ceramics from the museum’s<br />
permanent collection. Includes background summaries <strong>of</strong> the main historical dynasties; brief sections on<br />
jade, ceramic, and bronze production; and activities <strong>for</strong> the classroom.<br />
Arts <strong>of</strong> Edo Japan (Slide Packet) $20<br />
This packet <strong>of</strong>fers a more in-depth examination <strong>of</strong> Edo period (1615–1868) Japan, focusing on the<br />
flourishing arts <strong>of</strong> the period, which are richly represented in the Asian Art Museum collection. Includes<br />
ceramics as well as paintings on screens, fans, handscrolls, and hanging scrolls. Art activities include<br />
creating a 3-D model <strong>of</strong> a teahouse and creating a pilgrimage book and seals.<br />
Golden Age <strong>of</strong> Chinese Archaeology (Slide Packet) $25.00<br />
Use this packet <strong>for</strong> a basic introduction to Chinese archaeology. Includes highlights from The Golden Age<br />
<strong>of</strong> Chinese Archaeology, a blockbuster special exhibition featuring recent archaeological finds that have<br />
changed historical theories about the development <strong>of</strong> China. This special-edition slide packet was<br />
produced in conjunction with the National Gallery <strong>of</strong> Art, Washington, D.C.<br />
Goryeo Dynasty: Korea’s Age <strong>of</strong> Enlightenment (11 slides) $20.00<br />
This introduction to the arts <strong>of</strong> the Goryeo Dynasty includes rare celadon ceramics, Buddhist paintings<br />
and sculptures, illustrated sacred manuscripts (sutras), and ritual implements.<br />
Freer and Sackler Galleries<br />
http://www.freersacklershop.com/edma.html<br />
The Art and Archeology <strong>of</strong> Ancient China $20.00 – Upper Elementary to Secondary<br />
This unit introduces important aspects <strong>of</strong> ancient Chinese art and society. This four-lesson unit includes<br />
background in<strong>for</strong>mation, a music resource section, in<strong>for</strong>mation on the contemporary practice <strong>of</strong> ancestor<br />
worship, local and national resources, 8" x 10" color reproductions and the CD-ROM Chi's Adventure in<br />
Ancient China.<br />
The Arts <strong>of</strong> Japan $20.00 – Upper Elementary to Secondary<br />
This curriculum unit is designed <strong>for</strong> educators who would like an introduction to the diverse artistic<br />
traditions <strong>of</strong> Japan. The four lesson plans revolve around three central themes: Place, Seasons, and<br />
Materials, and serve as a meaningful starting point <strong>for</strong> learning about the world <strong>of</strong> Japanese art.<br />
Chi’s Adventures in Ancient China $9.99 – Elementary<br />
This CD-ROM explores ancient China using objects from the Freer and Sackler collections. "Chi," the<br />
Chinese winged chimera, acts as a guide to introduce children to the clothing, writing, food preparation,<br />
industry, and transportation <strong>of</strong> ancient China. This CD-ROM is included in the Art and Archaeology <strong>of</strong><br />
Ancient China.<br />
The Silk Road $12.00<br />
This resource packet includes background in<strong>for</strong>mation, six full-color art cards featuring objects from Silk<br />
Road cultures, a color poster with a map <strong>of</strong> the Silk Road marked by additional objects from Smithsonian<br />
museums, classroom activities developed by educators, resources, vocabulary, and an audio CD <strong>of</strong><br />
stories told by Freer and Sackler volunteers with ties to countries along the ancient Silk Road.<br />
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The Silk Road Stories CD $10.00<br />
Listen to stories from countries along the ancient Silk Road on this audio CD. Contains traditional and<br />
family stories told by Freer and Sackler volunteers with cultural ties to Japan, China, Tibet, Bangladesh,<br />
Pakistan, and Turkey. This CD is included in the resource packet The Silk Road.<br />
The Metropolitan Museum <strong>of</strong> Art<br />
http://www.metmuseum.org/store/index.asp<br />
The Arts <strong>of</strong> Korea $79.95<br />
This resource guide introduces a general understanding <strong>of</strong> Korean culture through Korean art. There are<br />
sections including key themes in Korean culture and art, a timeline focusing on art styles and influences,<br />
an overview <strong>of</strong> Korean art, and classroom applications.<br />
Nature within Walls: The Chinese Garden Court $29.95<br />
This unit introduces fundamental Chinese cultural ideas as represented in one <strong>of</strong> the most popular<br />
destinations <strong>for</strong> visitors to the Museum—the Ming-dynasty Chinese Garden Court. This resource includes<br />
a booklet containing background in<strong>for</strong>mation, references to related works <strong>of</strong> art in the Museum's<br />
collection, classroom activities and projects, topics <strong>for</strong> discussion, a glossary, and more.<br />
Philadelphia Museum <strong>of</strong> Art<br />
http://www.philamuseum.org/<br />
Learning from Asian Art: China $39.95<br />
This kit features ten different works from the collection <strong>of</strong> Chinese art. The chosen works <strong>of</strong> art represent<br />
a variety <strong>of</strong> mediums and eras from a 4500-year-old ceramic Banshan Jar to an embroidered robe <strong>for</strong> a<br />
Daoist priest made at the end <strong>of</strong> the 19 th century.<br />
Learning from Asian Art: Japan $39.95<br />
This kit features 10 objects from the Japanese collection. The chosen works <strong>of</strong> art represent a variety <strong>of</strong><br />
mediums and eras from a 4000-year-old ceramic Jōmon Jar to a 19 th -century woodblock print by<br />
Katsushika Hokusai.<br />
Learning from Asian Art: Korea $39.95<br />
This kit features 10 different works from the collection <strong>of</strong> Korean Art. The chosen works <strong>of</strong> arts represent<br />
a variety <strong>of</strong> mediums and eras from an 8 th -century bronze Buddha to eight hanging calligraphic scrolls by<br />
a contemporary Korean artist.<br />
Lee & Lee Communications<br />
http://www.culturalcafe.com/shop_main.htm<br />
Masterworks <strong>of</strong> Japanese Painting $59.95<br />
Through this CD, you will take a tour the ethereal world <strong>of</strong> Japan's Edo period. Over 350 paintings<br />
created between 1600 and 1860 are featured in this tour. Scholar-collectors Etsuko and Joe Price<br />
comment on this rare array <strong>of</strong> screens, scrolls, woodblocks, and paintings.<br />
The National Palace Museum $49.95<br />
The National Palace Museum in Taipei, Taiwan was established in 1925, the year after Emperor Puyi left<br />
the Forbidden City in Beijing. The treasures in the <strong>for</strong>mer palace had been chosen over the centuries to<br />
delight the exacting taste <strong>of</strong> successive emperors. The Museum houses a total <strong>of</strong> 700,000 national<br />
treasures. These masterpieces are part <strong>of</strong> the whole world's cultural heritage. This CD-ROM presents 136<br />
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selected antiquities and works <strong>of</strong> art in 12 categories. Each exhibit is described by a narrator <strong>for</strong> easy<br />
listening, while zoom and revolve functions allow full appreciation <strong>of</strong> every detail.<br />
A City <strong>of</strong> Cathay $49.95<br />
Painted <strong>for</strong> the young Qianlong Emperor in 1736, A City <strong>of</strong> Cathay is an 11-meter handscroll by artists <strong>of</strong><br />
the Qing court. It depicts a captivating vision <strong>of</strong> urban life centuries earlier in the Northern Song capital<br />
(modern Kaifeng), on the day <strong>of</strong> the springtime Qingming festival. Here you will find a wedding procession<br />
with colorful banners and musicians; a lively outdoor opera; per<strong>for</strong>ming monkeys, acrobats and a tightrope<br />
walker; and more. Its energy, accessibility, and meticulous detail rank this among the greatest <strong>of</strong><br />
Chinese paintings. Enter medieval China's age <strong>of</strong> wealth and witness the rich texture <strong>of</strong> Chinese life in<br />
imperial times.<br />
Glory <strong>of</strong> Chinese Calligraphy $49.95<br />
This CD-ROM will take you on a journey through Chinese calligraphy, starting with the evolution and<br />
history and finishing with the beauty and variety <strong>of</strong> scripts. You will also follow the footsteps <strong>of</strong> the great<br />
calligraphers and the risks they took to perfect their art.<br />
The National Palace Museum Experience (Tour) $49.95<br />
The National Palace Museum in Taipei is a world-famous museum <strong>of</strong> Chinese art and culture.<br />
Accumulated using all the resources available to Chinese emperors over the centuries, its collection<br />
enshrines the finest accomplishments <strong>of</strong> imperial China's artists, craftsmen, and scholars. Now <strong>for</strong> the<br />
first time ever, this CD-ROM guides you on a virtual tour through the Museum's many fascinating galleries<br />
and <strong>of</strong>fers you a relaxing environment in which to luxuriate in the beauty <strong>of</strong> Chinese art.<br />
Treasures <strong>of</strong> Imperial China $89.98<br />
This CD-ROM collection features six complete collections in one set. Each CD-ROM examines the<br />
breathtaking collection <strong>of</strong> ancient Chinese art from the National Palace Museum: painting, jade, bronze,<br />
porcelain, auspicious objects and ruyi scepters, and imperial writing implements.<br />
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