“Shinkansen” explained in 4 pictures
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Young children understand that the Shinkansen is a fast train that runs on tracks, that people get on and off at stations, and that it can take them to faraway towns
💬 What kind of vehicle is the Shinkansen?
The Shinkansen is a train that runs very fast. It zooms smoothly to faraway towns. It has a long body and many windows.
🤔 How do you think the Shinkansen is different from an ordinary train?
💬 The Shinkansen runs on tracks
The Shinkansen runs on tracks. The tracks connect many different towns. The Shinkansen goes straight along its special path.
💬 People get on and off at stations
The Shinkansen stops at stations. At the station, people get on and off. On the platform, we wait together with an adult.
🤔 Where is a safe place to stand when waiting at the station?
💬 What is it like inside the Shinkansen?
Inside the Shinkansen, there are seats to sit on. You can sit in your seat and look at the scenery outside. People sometimes use it for trips to faraway places.
🤔 If you rode the Shinkansen, what would you like to see from the window?