Exploring Issun-Boshi's Message and Setting
A Journey Through the One Inch Boy's World Grade 2 English Language Arts
What Do You See?
Look at the cover of our story What clues tell us about this tale? Where do you think it happens?
Meet Issun-Boshi
A boy only one inch tall Born to loving parents in Japan Dreams of becoming a brave samurai Uses a needle as his sword
Picture Detective Activity
Look closely at the story pictures Find clues about WHERE the story happens Draw one setting you notice Share what you discovered
The Big Message
{"left":"Being small doesn't mean you can't be brave\nDreams can come true with hard work","right":"Size doesn't determine your worth\nCourage comes from your heart, not your body"}
Express Your Understanding
Draw your favorite part of the setting Write or tell about the story's big message Use details from the pictures Be ready to share with friends
Remember This
Stories teach us important lessons about life Pictures help us understand where and when stories happen Every person has something special to offer, no matter their size
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