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Lesson 1 (from Section 1: Chapters 1-6)

Objective

In this Daily Lesson students will explore background information on the Japanese imperial family.

Since this story takes place mainly in Tokyo, as Izzy adjusts to being the newest part of an ancient dynasty, students will be well-served to have a basic understanding of the Japanese imperial family. This lesson introduces the real-life imperial family and its history. It also offers students some context for understanding the role of a monarchy in the modern world.

Lesson

Viewing Activity: Show students the videos "Tokyo Imperial Palace - Residence of the Emperor of Japan" by Clear Shore and "A visit to the State Guest House - Akasaka Palace in Tokyo!" (Both available online). Explain that in the book they are about to read, the term "Tōgū Palace" is used for an important location, but that this term simply means any residence of the current Crown Prince; the...

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