Curated OER
What is Manga?
Students research graphic novels. In this manga activity, students work in small groups as the read graphic novels in literature circle format.
Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Tokyo: The Anime Capital of Japan
A short essay on the history of cartooning and animation in Japan. Discusses the importance of anime (also known as Japanimation) as an industry to Japan and its global reach. Nice samples of anime characters and styles frame the site.