Japanese dolls

High school (ages 12+)
Art & Creativity

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/japanese-dolls

1. What is the country?
2. What is the japanese name?
3. What are Japanese dolls called and what do they represent?
4. Why do Japanese dolls have different styles like Kyo-ningyō and Hakata dolls?

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the country?Japan
2. What is the japanese name?Ningyō (人形)
3. What are Japanese dolls called and what do they represent?They are called ningyō, which means "human form." They show people like emperors, warriors, everyday folks, and even mythological characters.
4. Why do Japanese dolls have different styles like Kyo-ningyō and Hakata dolls?Each region made its own style using special techniques and materials. Dolls from Kyoto are delicate, while those from Fukuoka are sturdy.

Ningyō: The Japanese term for dolls, encompassing a wide array of figures representing human forms and cultural narratives.
Hinamatsuri: A traditional Japanese festival on March 3rd, dedicated to girls, characterized by the display of ornamental dolls representing the imperial court.
Kodomo no Hi: Children's Day in Japan, celebrated on May 5th, honoring children and often featuring symbolic dolls representing heroes and strength.
Edo Period: A historical era in Japan (1603-1868) known for significant developments in art, culture, and the popularization of various doll types.