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Famous People of Japan: Literature, Politics, Film, Television, Sports, and the Imperial Family Lesson PlanFamous People of Japan: Literature, Politics, Film, Television, Sports, and the Imperial Family Lesson Plan
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Middle schoolers research biographical information about a famous Japanese, investigating how this person has impacted Japanese and American culture. Students then create an oral report and technological presentation based on the research.

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6th - 8th
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English Language Arts
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