Japanese American History Part II
By Sun Kyu Bae |
Published April 10, 2009 |
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Let’s get in some Origami!
This lesson falls under our homeschool curriculum on Asian American History. We recommend that this lesson be taught after the lesson on Japanese Americans I.
Summary Description
This is the eighth in a series of twelve lessons that introduces the student to Asian American history.
Learning Objectives
To learn a few facts about Japanese history and culture; origami, the art of making things with paper.
Approximate Time for Lesson
30 minutes
Suggested Maturity Level for Instruction
Kids ages 6-8
Student should be able to read simple words and perform simple addition and subtraction. Also, student should be able to sit still and engage in one-on-one conversation.
References
Materials Needed
Internet Access – Pull up the following:
2 regular sheets of white paper (i.e., printing paper) – one for Teacher and one for Student
Crayons
Preparation
Make sure you have materials open, printed and/or available prior to beginning the lesson.
Script
Introduction (5 minutes)
Teacher: Last lesson we learned about Asian Americans called the Japanese Americans. Today, we going to learn “origami” [if you need help on how to pronounce this word, click here - Click the red speaker symbol to hear how the word is pronounced].
Teacher: Origami is actually a Japanese word and it means the art of folding paper into shapes like animals, toys, and things we use everyday. The Japanese invented this art very long ago (note: Japanese started engaging in paper folding, which became known as origami, in the 6th century). Long ago, paper was very expensive and was used by the Japanese royalty to fold into simple but neat things that came with a gift, kind of like a bow comes with a gift today.
Teacher: As more people than just kings, queens, princes and princesses in Japan were able to buy paper, the art of paper folding became a hobby known as origami.
Teacher: OK. Enough history about origami, are you ready to make a boat? [Get Student’s positive response and begin lesson].
Lesson (25 minutes)
[Refer to the video on how to make a boat (access the YouTube link above) or click on video below. Make sure the Teacher is making the boat and guiding the Student along with her boat].
Teacher: Great job! That’s an awesome looking boat. But we’re not finished yet. Name and color your boat. You can color your boat using crayons.
Wrap Up (5 minutes)
Teacher: [Clapping] You did GREAT! Wonderful job! Are there any questions that you have regarding Origami or the Japanese Americans? [Engage in conversation with the Student and resolve further questions by researching the Internet].
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