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Japan: Land of Contrasts
6-pack
ISBN: 9780790307855
Copyright Date: 2004
Grade Level:
4
Reading Level:
S
Strategy/Skill:
Comparing and contrasting, Using graphic sources
Genre:
Report
Theme/Topic:
Different Lands, Geography
Classification:
Nonfiction
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Book Summary
This text reviews the history, resources, culture, and people of Japan by exploring some of its contrasts.
Features of the Book
- Cultural and generational comparisons
- Chart with complex captions
- Aerial, historical, and action photographs
- Maps requiring interpretation
Purpose
Japan: Land of Contrasts can be used to introduce and reinforce the following skills and understandings:
- comparing and contrasting
- determining importance
- analyzing cause and effect
- exploring how people create places that reflect their culture
For more information please see our Lesson Plan
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