The Culture and Mythology of India in Pokémon
Lauren James
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There are many fan theories about Pokémon possibly being inspired by Indian culture and mythology. In this flex course, we'll examine the merits (and drawbacks) of these theories, while learning a bit of the history of India.
Class experience
US Grade 2 - 5
This course explores more than 20 Pokémon and their possible connections to the mythology and culture of India. We will examine popular fan theories about the origins of these Pokémon, and weigh the merits (or lack thereof) in these ideas. Students will learn about cultural traditions that may have inspired Pokémon, and also several Indian myths and legends that could have been the basis for many popular Pokémon. While the focus of this class is the culture/mythology of India, it is through...
4 lessons//4 Weeks
Week 1Lesson 1Gods and Goddesses, Part 1Pokemon covered in this lesson: Machamp, Torterra, Goldeen, SeakingWeek 2Lesson 2Gods and Goddesses, Part 2Pokemon covered in this lesson: Meditite, Medicham, Enamorus, YamaskWeek 3Lesson 3Magical CreaturesPokemon covered in this lesson: Naganadel, Ponyta, Rapidash, Hitmonlee, Monferno, InfernapeWeek 4Lesson 4Other ReferencesPokemon covered in this lesson: Cufant, Copperajah, Alakazam, Galarian Darmanitan, Abomasnow
I have taught mythology class on Outschool since 2017. I was a certified middle school teacher in science, English, and social studies from 2005 to 2021. I now specialize in educational outreach at the University of Arizona, including giving planetarium shows that feature the mythology and astronomy of cultures throughout the world.
All Weeks - India, A History : From the Earliest Civilisations to the Boom of the Twenty-first Century by Keay, John, 2010 - India, Tradition, Culture, and Daily Life by Centore, Michael, 2016 - India: A Cultural Voyage by Udai Narain Tewari, 2021 Week 1: - On Hinduism by Gajjar, Irina N., 2013 - Historical Dictionary of Hinduism by Long, Jeffery D., 2020 - Understanding Indian Myths, by Hynson, Colin 2013 - Hindu Gods and Goddesses Paperback by Swami Harshananda, 2012 - Shiva: The Wild God of Power, by Wolf-Dieter Storl Ph.D. 2004 - https://www.khanacademy.org/humanities/art-asia/beginners-guide-asian-culture/hindu-art-culture/a/roots-of-hinduism - https://www.khanacademy.org/humanities/art-asia/beginners-guide-asian-culture/hindu-art-culture/v/shiva - https://www.khanacademy.org/humanities/art-asia/beginners-guide-asian-culture/hindu-art-culture/a/hindu-deity-vishnu Week 2: - The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Hinduism, A Comprehensive Guide to Hindu History and Philosophy, Its Traditions and Practices, Rituals and Beliefs by Rasamandala Das, 2012 - Understanding Indian Myths, by Hynson, Colin 2013 - Krishna and the Later Avatars of Vishnu: plus Mahabharata Demystified by Swami Achuthananda, 2002 - Who Is Your Favorite? Book of Hindu Gods and Goddesses: For Kids Vyas Chari, 2022 - https://www.khanacademy.org/humanities/art-asia/beginners-guide-asian-culture/hindu-art-culture/a/hindu-deities - https://historycooperative.org/ancient-gods-of-death/ Week 3: - Historical Dictionary of India by Mansingh, Surjit, 2006 - Understanding Indian Myths, by Hynson, Colin 2013 - The Little Book of Hindu Deities: From the Goddess of Wealth to the Sacred Cow, Sanjay Patel, 2006 - https://kathakids.com/ - https://www.khanacademy.org/humanities/art-asia/beginners-guide-asian-culture/hindu-art-culture/a/principal-texts-of-hinduism - The Illustrated Ramayana: The Timeless Epic of Duty, Love, and Redemption by DK and Bibek Debroy, 2021 - The Rāmāyaṇa of Vālmīki: The Complete English Translation by Robert P. Goldman 2002 - https://www.worldhistory.org/The_Ramayana/ Week 4: - India, A Story Through 100 Objects by Dehejia, Vidya, 2021 - India, The Essential Guide to Customs & Culture by Stephen, Becky, 2021 - A History of British India by Bellenoit, H. J. A., 2016 - History of the Tantric Religion: An Historical, Ritualistic and Philosophy Study by N.N. Bhattacharyya, 2007 - https://www.nationalgeographic.com/animals/mammals/facts/asian-elephant - https://www.khanacademy.org/humanities/art-asia/beginners-guide-asian-culture/hindu-art-culture/v/ganesha-deity - Curry: A Tale of Cooks and Conquerors by Lizzie Collingham, 2007
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