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Secrets of the Samurai Sword
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The following resources from the companion Web site accompany this program:
The Stuff of Metal
Find out what metals are and why they can bend, learn the
difference between hardness and toughness in metal, and discover
the science of swordsmithing in this interview with materials
scientist and engineer Rick Vinci. (Grades 6-8, 9-12)
Way of the Warrior
Read some of the principles enshrined in the samurai warrior's
code of conduct, first published in the 18th century. (Flash
plug-in required; printable version available.)
(Grades 6-8, 9-12)
Making a Masterpiece
Follow the steps that a master Japanese swordsmith takes today to
craft a traditional katana sword. (Flash plug-in required;
printable version available.) (Grades 6-8, 9-12)
History of the Samurai
Learn about the origin and evolution of the samurai warrior from
the 8th to 20th centuries in this interactive time line. (Flash
plug-in required; printable version available.)
(Grades 6-8, 9-12)
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