Ancient Japan for Kids: A Captivating Guide to Ancient Japanese History from Prehistory to the Heian Period

History for Children, Book 5

By: Captivating History

Narrated by: Jay Herbert

Have you ever wondered what Japan was like long ago? The Japanese people have had a long and interesting history, filled with warrior queens, emperors, and discoveries that have changed the world. Both parents and children will enjoy learning about Ancient Japan in this fun, up-to-date history of the Japanese people. To hear more, pay attention...

Did you know that the Japanese were the first people to create pottery? That might not sound important, but there were no plates, bowls, jars, or pots before the ancient people in Japan invented all of that!

Japan had to do all its growing, inventing, and war plans from a small set of islands just off the northeast tip of China; not a lot of room! But as you’ll see, this culture believed in excellence going after big dreams - and they accomplished it all. However, there were battles, political struggles, and many secrets throughout their long history. Ready to hear about those? You will discover:

• How people roamed these islands over 500,000 years ago!
• How pottery started the Jōmon period
• How a train ride in 1877 led to an important discovery
• How rice was introduced to Japan
• 100 Clans in 100 CE
• The Yayoi people and what they meant to today’s Japan
• The Old Tomb period: Kofun (yes, like “coffin”!)
• How the Yamato Clan united all the clans
• Why the Japanese adopted Chinese writing styles
• Buddhism arrives!
• Empress Genmei builds a city
• The Pillow Book - it’s not for sleeping!
• Some famous characters
• Culture and Society in Japan - surprising and inspiring!

There’s so much to learn about this tiny - but strong - little nation. Jump into this audiobook and see just how powerful a small country can be.

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Excellent

This is an excellent audio book about Ancient Japan for Kids. Very comprehensive yet informative title. Learned a lot listening to this audio book.

a bit fascinating

so while I didn't find this as interesting as Ancient China for kids, it was much better than the Mayan one. was surprising to learn that Japan had invented something vital, before the Chinese. I really thought they were the 1st at everything.

Jay Herbert wasn't horrible, but needed a bit of work here. I have decided that his reading style is definitely best suited for the kids books.

I was only slightly annoyed with the quizzes at the end of every single chapter, coz well, kids book. it's definitely challenging when you're listening and can't write anything down. 😉

ancient japan for kids

another great book by captivating history. I have a long commute to work and I love to listen to these books on my commute, they are easy reading easy listening with lots of interesting information. I had no idea the Japanese had invented so many things that we take for granted.

A great book for children and adults.

I love how engaging all of the books in this ”for Kids” series of books are. The language is age appropriate, and the details are logically laid out. This book puts the people and events of ancient Japan in a story kids can enjoy.