Many students are becoming invested in Japanese stories: Pokémon, Naruto, and My Hero Academia are three immensely popular anime among American youth. This lesson, aimed towards grades four through eight, walks students through how to read manga (Japanese graphic novels, on which many of these anime are based) and the lively cultural exchange between the United States and Japan.
Ideal for grades 4-8
Did you know that Harry Potter has been translated into 88 languages and is loved by students (and teachers) worldwide? When books are brought to a new culture, certain aspects are often adjusted to make them feel more familiar to their new audience. This lesson looks at Harry Potter covers from around the world as a way to introduce students to new cultures.
Ideal for grades 1-5
