'Spirited Away': A Film by Hayao Miyazaki (Study Guide)

This study guide, which accompanies the Japanese anime film, 'Spirited Away', has been written for use with students aged ten to fourteen. It provides information and suggestions for learning activities across the Key Learning Areas of the Arts, English, SOSE, Science and Mathematics. The guide gives insight into anime and mangas and explores film elements such as design, setting, and characterization, and themes such as tradition and culture, ancient gods, symbolism and religious references.