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Contents and Containers

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There is no better way to understand a different culture than to participate in its traditional or ceremonies. This lesson kicks off with a discussion about a tea container made during the Edo period in Japan. After examining the vessel and viewing some video footage of an actual tea ceremony, little ones sit down to a nice cup of tea, to experience the ceremony and symbolism found in drinking tea.

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Pros
  • Tea parties are fantastic for fostering social discourse and promoting good manners
  • Images, video links, and historical information are provided
Cons
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