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PBS

Nova Online: Japan's Secret Garden

For Students 3rd - 8th
Explore a year in the life of the people and wildlife around Lake Biwa in Japan. Study hibernation, rice cultivation, and the metamorphosis of insects in the area.
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Handout
Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Japan

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides an overview of the culture of Japan. Gives basic information on topics such as geography, ethnic makeup, languages, symbolism, economy, food, customs, social stratification, family life, education, religion, politics, etc....
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Website
Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Web Japan: Exploring Japan: Nature and Climate

For Students 3rd - 5th
A great description of Japan's nature and typical climate. Beautiful pictures and graphs accompany the text.
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Website
Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Web Japan: Nature and Climate

For Students 3rd - 8th
Would you like to find out how Japan's climate compares to where you live? Read about the climate, topography, and natural disasters. There are many pictures and a quiz at the end.
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Website
Nations Online Project

Nations Online: Japan

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides a country profile and comprehensive travel guide to Japan, background details, and numerous links to key information on the nation's culture, history, geography, economy, environment, population, news, tourism, government, and...
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Website
Globe Tracks

Travel for Kids: Fun Things to Do in Japan

For Students 3rd - 5th
"Kids already know a little about Japan if they collect Pokemon cards or buy Hello Kitty. Japan may seem very "modern," but it has a long history of tradition deeply embedded in everyday life." This site explores the geography and...
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Article
Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Introduction to Japan

For Students 9th - 10th
Read a short essay on Japan's geography and how it affected the culture of Japan.
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Interactive
National Geographic Kids

National Geographic Kids: Asia: Japan

For Students 3rd - 8th
Welcome to Japan ! Follow this interactive overview of the country's history, geography, people, government, nature, and more. A map and video are included.
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Handout
Climate Zone

Climate Zone: Climate of Japan

For Students 9th - 10th
Tables for the different climate regions in Japan show the average temperature, rainfall and snowfall in this Asian country.
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Article
CNN

Cnn: Japan Fearful of Re Energized "Ring of Fire"

For Students 9th - 10th
Article describing Japan's reactions to the Ring of Fire heating up again. 10/1995
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Website
Ducksters

Ducksters: Geography for Kids: Japan

For Students 1st - 9th
Explore the history, capital, flag, climate, terrain, people, economy, and population of Japan on this site.
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Website
Lonely Planet

Lonely Planet: Japan

For Students 9th - 10th
Lonely Planet provides an overview of Japan's history. Also includes information about Japan's culture, geography, demographics, and more.
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Handout
Encyclopedia of Earth

Encyclopedia of Earth: Japan

For Students 9th - 10th
The Encyclopedia of Earth provides an overview of Japan, including its geography, natural resources, history, government, economy, and much more. Maps and images are also included, along with sources used to create the entry.
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Handout
Latimer Clarke Corporation

Atlapedia Online: Japan

For Students Pre-K - 1st
If you're doing a research paper on Japan, this is a great place to begin. Has information about the history, people, geography, climate, economy, and more. Click on the map image to get more details and an enlarged view.
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Website
Ducksters

Ducksters: Japan History and Timeline Overview

For Students 3rd - 8th
Kids learn about the history and timeline of the country of Japan including early civilizations, classical, medieval, the Edo period, shoguns, the empire of Japan, and democracy on this site.
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Graphic
Other

International Lake Environment Committee Foundation: Lake Biwa (Japan)

For Students 4th - 6th
See a map of Lake Biwa, and a brief description of the biggest lake in Japan.
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Whiteboard
ClassFlow

Class Flow: Japan Research Book

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
[Free Registration/Login Required] This flipchart teaches about Japan and life in Japan. Food, culture, sports and sites of interest are featured along with questions for Activotes.
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Handout
Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Ainu

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of the Ainu of Japan. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes, societal challenges, etc. (Note:...
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Website
Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Web Japan: Nipponia

For Students 9th - 10th
Nipponia is an online magazine, published quarterly, that introduces modern Japan to people all over the world. Browse articles on life and culture, travel and history, science and technology, art and entertainment, nature and geography,...
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Handout
The History Cat

The History Cat: Geography: People: Life in Tokyo

For Students 4th - 8th
Describes features of Tokyo that make it possible for its large population to live there.
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Handout
Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Japanese

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of the Japanese. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes, societal challenges, etc. (Note:...
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Activity
Read Works

Read Works:north America:comparing Data From Different Countries Around the World

For Teachers 5th
[Free Registration/Login Required] A chart with land and population data from Canada, the United States of America, the United Kingdom, and Japan. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
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Lesson Plan
PBS

Pbs Learning Media: Comparing Education Around the World

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students learn about Ken and Joab, two boys who are starting first grade. Ken attends school in Japan, while Joab lives in Kenya. Students compare and contrast the circumstances surrounding the two boys' experiences at school.
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Activity
Read Works

Read Works: Hong Kong's Bun Festival

For Teachers 5th
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about the Cheung Chau Bun Festival. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.

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