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Study the Tokugawa Period in Japanese history by reading The Perfect Sword with your students. This printable will help children learn about Japanese culture, symbolism, and bushido – the samurai code of honor portrayed in the book.

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The Perfect Sword
The Perfect Sword
By Scott Goto

Rich, symbolic art in The Perfect Sword captures the Tokugawa period in ancient Japan. The book includes an author's note about the history of Japanese samurai swords and a glossary of Japanese terms.

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