There is no better way to understand a different culture than to participate in its traditional or ceremonies. This instructional activity kicks off with a discussion about a tea container made during the Edo period in Japan. After examining the vessel and viewing some video footage of an actual tea ceremony, little ones sit down to a nice cup of tea, to experience the ceremony and symbolism found in drinking tea.

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Pros

• Tea parties are fantastic for fostering social discourse and promoting good manners
• Images, video links, and historical information are provided

Cons

• None