What is it about cherry trees, or sakura, that makes them so beloved? During this virtual field trip, students will explore hanami, the traditional Japanese custom of “flower viewing.” Through paintings, woodblock prints, and other art forms, students will discover Japanese symbols, values, and traditions associated with blooming cherry trees.
Point to Point: $0.00Point to Point Premium: $0.00
30-60 minutes
Education: Grade(s) Kindergarten, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, Homeschool/Family
10
Suggested max is 60. For larger groups please email asiatours@si.edu
Art, Culture, Fine Arts, Foreign & World Languages, International, Language Arts/English, Literacy, Problem Based Learning, Problem Solving, Social and Emotional Learning( SEL), Writing
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Please notify asiatours@si.edu about any cancellation at least two weeks before the program date.
Smithsonian's National Museum of Asian Art
Washington , DC United States
The National Museum of Asian Art is located on the National Mall in Washington, DC. With more than 46,000 objects dating from the Neolithic period to today, our collections' strengths range from the arts of China, Japan, Korea, South and Southeast Asia, the ancient Near East and the Islamic World to nineteenth century American art. The National Museum of Asian Art is committed to providing quality Pre-K-12 programs that deepen students understanding of Asian Arts and cultures, develop students' capacity for slow looking, and broaden students' perspective taking capacities.
Contact: Virtual Museum Educator asiatours@si.edu 202-633-5377
In this program students will use Project Zero thinking routines to look carefully and think critically about works of art. Participants will view works of art and engage in conversation (via chat) and activities such as writing and sketching.
Students will:1. Analyze and interpret various art forms depicting cherry trees and hanami, identifying and discussing the symbolic meanings and cultural values. 2. Investigate the role of hanami in Japanese society and culture, discussing how this tradition reflects broader societal values.3. Students will discuss their personal connections to the spring season.