To research and consider the effects and responses of a recent significant earthquake in Japan 2011. To become increasingly aware of local events that have wider reaching global impacts and consequences. To appreciate the catastrophic nature of Tsunamis and their secondary impacts. The use of ICT in mapping hazards and student research in producing a case study.

Drama Around the World – Japanese Theatre: Kabuki and Noh - 2025 Explore the rich traditions and artistry of Japanese theatre with this comprehensive drama resource for secondary school students. This engaging 34 slide lesson delves into the vibrant world of Kabuki and the meditative elegance of Noh, offering students a unique opportunity to understand and embody two of Japan’s most celebrated theatrical styles. Key Features? Discover Kabuki Theatre Learn a brief history of Kabuki, from its origins as popular entertainment to its status as a cultural treasure. See the key features such as elaborate costumes, kumadori makeup, exaggerated gestures, and dynamic stage mechanics like trapdoors and revolving platforms. Engage with activities like Kabuki Exaggeration Walks and Dynamic Storytelling, where students practice bold, expressive movements to communicate stories. Experience Noh Theatre Study the meditative world of Noh, including its spiritual themes, minimalist staging, and intricate wooden masks. Practice the precision of Noh’s slow, deliberate movements and subtle gestures through activities like Emotion in Stillness and The Masked Tableaux, where students interpret and embody characters. Interactive Warm-Ups and Scene Work Begin lessons with interactive exercises that build physical awareness and creativity. Guide students in crafting their own Kabuki-inspired stories or Noh tableaus, emphasizing clarity, cultural appreciation, and storytelling techniques. Reflection and Cultural Insights Reflect on the contrasts between Kabuki’s dramatic energy and Noh’s restrained elegance. Discuss the challenges and beauty of conveying emotion and meaning through exaggerated or minimalist performance styles. Why You’ll Love This Resource Provides an introduction to Kabuki and Noh theatre, including their cultural significance. Combines engaging theory with practical, hands-on activities. Encourages creativity, collaboration, and cultural appreciation. Includes clear instructions, making it accessible for teachers and students of all levels. This lesson is ideal for drama educators seeking to broaden students’ understanding of global theatre traditions while inspiring creativity and critical thinking. Find more resources like this at my store, Mr Mac’s Resource Packs! <3

LI: to learn about different aspects of japanese culture. discusses in depth different aspects of japanese culture - dress, food, festivals, currency etc. this can be used as a stand alone lesson or as part of a japanese topic (as I did)

The kimono is the national dress of Japan. Traditionally made of silk, it is a beautiful, long dress with wide sleeves. This resource enables children to design their own kimono using Japanese patterned paper and a collage technique. Children need to cut or tear the patterned papers and then glue them onto the kimono template.Once dry the kimono can be cut out and displayed. This is a fun and engaging activity that produces individual and creative results. This resource has been used with children aged 4 -7 but could be suitable for other age groups too. This resource includes: A kimono template 10 different Japanese pattern papers

a powerpoint to introduce Japanese to a Yr7 class. Starting with a short ‘what do you already know section?’, saying hello/goodbye & numbers 1 to 5 using a combination of romanji, hiragana é kanji characters.

An introduction to the Japanese language and culture that I made for my secondary school Japanese club. It covers introductory phrases, an outline of the three alphabets of Japanese (hiragana, katakana and kanji), simple questions and answers, numbers and a bit of calligraphy using hiragana. Contains a 58 slide PowerPoint and Hiragana/Katakana handouts.

A one-off Manga art lesson - for Year 7 - but could be used for year 6/8 - or adapt for younger/older pupils. Creating a Manga character.

50 Nonograms Japanese Puzzles Puzzle With Solution, Griddlers Logic Printable Puzzles. *Instant Download This 50 Nonograms Puzzle Pages With Solution is a fun way for teens or adults to sharpen their minds and test their logic. Including 50 Puzzles of medium to high difficulty to keep you entertained for hours. 50 Nonograms Puzzle With Solution Features: Loads of Puzzles: 50 Puzzles Large (30x30). Suitable for all Levels: Intermediate to Advanced. Size : 8.5" x 11". Solutions Can be Found at the “SOLUTION” Section.

A sheet to show children the vocabulary for saying the colours in Japanese.

This presentation was created to support pupils undertaking a KS3 Art project on globalisation. It investigates a range of information on manga and anime, including: - Popularity inside and outside Japan - Eyes in manga - Examples of manga's visual language, e.g. sweat drops and popping veins - The different types of manga (shonen, shojo, josei and kodomomuke) - The artwork of Akira Toriyama This was originally used alongside an Moodle-based self-marking quiz for assessment purposes. Unfortunately it is not possible to upload backup files of Moodle activities, but hopefully the presentation itself will be of use and interest.

Powerpoint includes different activities based around Japanese art: 1. Creating a name panel (with student examples) using website to translate into Japanese symbols 2. Origami tasks to make a collective origami wall 3. Drawing from origami 4. Koi Carp wind sock (I used rice paper to make) template included

Complete lesson - All resources required for lesson are attached in the PowerPoint. This includes YouTube links in the notes and worksheets. PowerPoint is self explanatory and lesson can be taught without adaptation. AFL and differentiation throughout.

This lesson was made by me when I realised there was A) no mention of this event in the textbook in my History Department and B) The Students had no idea - even vaguely- about this. I think this is too important to NOT teach - SO I made this resource. Enjoy!

This resource is aimed at KS2 / KS3 students. It includes a powerpoint with links to example videos as well as a match up worksheet and gap fill, both in word document format. Intended for delivery across 2 lessons.

Sino-Japanese War - WWII - InterWar Years - War in Asia. A full lesson focusing on the Sino-Japanese War. A great lesson for all KS3 / possibly KS4 students. Suitable for both British curriculum and the international curriculum. Attached is a great learning resource - very straight forward and easy to use. All resources are included for a full lesson. A great supplement to which ever textbook you are using and exam board studying. No specific exam board is mentioned or needed. Excellent for PGCE students / NQTs / non-specialists as all the work has been done for you. Thanks for stopping by! :) Key Stage 3 MYP Individuals and Societies History Sino - Japanese War China Japan Marco Polo Bridge incident Nanjing / Nanking Massacre

A lovely lesson to finish the Japanese Unit of Work. - differentiated objectives - a variety of learning activities - good scaffold resources - clear development for progression.

2 lessons on the causes, effects and responses to the 2011 Japanese Tsunami.

Stand alone lesson which explores Japan and specifically Japanese agriculture. Activates prior knowledge and then after teacher led instruction, students perform own research which they can feed back to the class.

This is an activity for GCSE students. They should arrange the events into chronological order - it can be done as a card sort, cut and stick or a numbering exercise. AS an extension they then have a series of questions to answer to explain and justify their thoughts on the Japanese invasion and the lack of adequate response of the League. This is an excellent resource to stimulate debate of the Japanese and the League.

This is a card sort or diamond 9 activity designed to allow students to categorise and prioritise the reasons that Japan invaded Manchuria. Students are then challenged to justify their decision on the most important of the reasons, and give their own reactions to the Japanese invasion of Manchuria, evaluating the key reason and thoughts on the League’s role. Categories could include, but not be limited to: Manchuria (unique location / problems) Japan’s strength League members’ weakness Others It can be done as a Venn diagram using the second sheet.