AP Theme: Environmental, Political, Social Challenges Unit Theme: Our Earth Essential Question: What can we do to protect the earth? By the end of this unit, you will be able to… Communicate Discuss types of waste Talk about ways to protect the earth Ask and give permission; prohibit an action Comprehend Interpret a conversation about …
AP Theme: Influence of Beauty and Art Unit Theme: Our Homes Essential Question: What customs do we see in our homes? By the end of this unit, you will be able to… Communicate Discuss the traditional sections and items in a Japanese home Discuss the customs of living in a Japanese home Use set phrases …
AP Theme: Unit Theme: Our Technology Essential Question: How has life changed due to technology? By the end of this unit, you will be able to… Communicate Discuss the functions and abilities of devices Compare different types of technology Comprehend Think about the advantages and disadvantages of digital textbooks Learn about robots and their abilities …
AP Theme: Unit Theme: Our Holidays Essential Question: By the end of this unit, you will be able to… Communicate Talk about activities you want to do Describe activities using casual speech Express an opinion Comprehend Interpret conversations about what friends did for holidays Read a comparison about holidays in Japan and the US Create …
AP Theme: Factors that Impact Quality of Life Unit Theme: Our School Essential Question: In what ways do Japanese schools build community? By the end of this unit, you will be able to… Communicate Talk about event held in certain locations Find out when an event starts and ends Find out how long an event …
AP Theme: Families in Different Societies Unit Theme: Our Town Essential Question: Do young people enjoy the same or different activities through the world? Why or why not? By the end of this unit, you will be able to… Communicate Speaking casually with friends about doing things together Discuss where stores are located & what is …
AP Theme: Environmental, Political, Social Challenges Unit Theme: My Friendships Essential Question: How do we build global understanding? By the end of this unit, you will be able to… Communicate Discuss nationalities and languages Learn more about international friends and their interests Comprehend Interpret a conversation between two international students Interpret a presentation about an …
AP Theme: Influence of Beauty & Art Unit Theme: My Style Essential Question: Where do images of ideal beauty come from? By the end of this unit, you will be able to… Communicate Talk about your own and modern Japanese fashion styles Describe the facial features of traditional Japanese beauties Comprehend Identify various fashion styles …
AP Theme: How Science and Technology Affects Our Lives Unit Theme: My Day Off Essential Question: How does technology affect travel in Japan? By the end of this unit, you will be able to… Communicate Discuss plans for going on a day trip Ask someone where something is located Purchase train tickets and other times …
AP Theme: Influence of Language and Culture on Identity Unit Theme: My Interests Essential Question: How is “individuality” defined in Japan? By the end of this unit, you will be able to… Communicate Discuss personal interests and skills Discuss things you like and do not like Comprehend Examine clubs and extracurricular activities at Japanese secondary …