Count down to the Olympics with a virtual visit to Japan! Although today’s movie takes place in California, it celebrates a heritage that goes back to the Far East. Strive for harmony and balance! Learn about the inspiration for this classic martial-arts movie through exploring activities and Asian foods. Warm up with a few mind/body exercises, make your own Zen garden, and taste modern and traditional Japanese foods.
Today's movie: The Karate Kid
A handyman/martial arts master agrees to teach a bullied boy karate and shows him that there is more to the martial art than fighting.
Rated: PG; 126 minutes
For more information on this movie and its rating, please visit the
Common Sense Media website.