“Human beings, by changing the inner attitudes of their minds, can change the outer aspects of their lives.”—William James. Black Tiger Academy’s martial arts lesson four of 20 introduces several other styles of martial arts and a little...

“The person who really wants to do something finds a way; the other person finds an excuse.”—Author Unknown. Black Tiger Academy’s martial arts lesson plan 16 of 20 begins talking about calories. The class takes a look at menus from...

In this Kung Fu worksheet, students learn about the Chinese martial art called Kung Fu. They then answer the 10 questions in the packet. The answers are on the last page.

What would your class like to learn about Japanese culture? Prepare them for a novel unit about Kyoko Mori's Shizuko's Daughter with a KWL chart. After listing what they already know about Japanese culture, they write questions...

Students study the history and culture of 17th century Japan by examining samurai. They review the format of haiku poetry and examine renga poetry. They examine Kamishibai, the Japanese storytelling form and apply it five facts they...

For this interactive grammar worksheet, students recognize similar words or homonyms. Students complete each of the twenty sentences with the proper word.

Students consider the implications of dogfighting. In this character education lesson, students examine propaganda in advertising and then create their own anti-dogfighting advertisements.

Students examine a variety of ways to exercise and keep their bodies strong. They make letters of the alphabet with their bodies and listen to the book Baseball Brothers. Students watch a video clip from the PBS show Teletubbies, and...

Students study several different types of Chinese sports played throughout history in China. They examine the historical perspective of the importance of sports in Chinese culture and create a final project using information about three...

Teaching the Aeneid this year? Read this quick article to develop some plans and strategies for teaching the epic poem to your advanced learners.

In this confused words activity, students fill in the blanks to sentences by choosing the correct confusing word. Students complete 20 sentences.

Dedicated to the instruction and advancement of kyudo, the way of the bow. Includes sections on history, philosophy, technique, equipment and resources.

This site describes seidokan aikido, a modification of the original Aikido style. It studies the fundamentals and philosophy of Aikido and teaches students to develop their own way.

Frederick II (The Great, 1740-1786). The young Frederick had been brought up in a rough school. His father's strict training and brutal ways made his life miserable. He could not gratify his waste for study, nor enjoy any liberty of...