Life in Ancient Japan
From the Series Peoples of the Ancient World
This fascinating new book describes how Japan grew from rule by local chieftains to an emperor-led nation with many noble families competing for prominence. Beautiful spreads and full-color photographs unveil Japan's rich history and the people who struggled to make it their own.
Topics include
• wet rice cultivation
• trade with other cultures, their influence,and isolation in the 17th century
• from early pit dwellings to the development of castle towns
• nature worship, the rise of Shinto, and Buddhism and Confucianism
• life as a samurai warrior
• sword making and pottery
• herbal medicine
Teacher's guide available.
Format | Your Price | Add |
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978-0-7787-2071-3
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$9.95 |
Interest Level | Grade 3 - Grade 6 |
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Reading Level | Grade 4 |
Age Range | 8 - 11 |
Dewey | 952 |
Lexile | IG1010L |
ATOS Reading Level | |
Guided Reading Level | S |
Subjects | History, Social Studies |
Genres | Nonfiction |
Publisher | Crabtree Publishing |
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Imprint | Crabtree Classics |
Copyright | 2005 |
Number of Pages | 32 |
Dimensions | 8.5 x 11 |
Graphics | |
BISACS | JNF025020, JNF038020, JNF025030 |
Rights Included | WORLD |
Language | English |