JANM

I thoroughly enjoyed our far-too-brief visit to this museum. To be lead through the museum by someone who lived part of that history was a powerful experience. I was moved by the personal stories our docent wove throughout his introduction. I would love to have been able to stay for much longer and really absorb the information, stories, images, and experience. Unfortunately, I am one of the out-of-towners, so I am unlikely to have an opportunity to return any time soon, much less get students in for a field trip. I am not sure yet exactly how I can work this kind of content into my Mandarin curriculum, except to take time for a bigger look at what was happening all over the world as we look at the Sino-Japanese war and aftermath.