Podcasts
The following series of podcasts were created by a group of talented 8th graders at Lake Shore Middle School, Mequon, under the direction of their teacher, Mrs. Ethel Stern, and computer specialist, Mr. Dick Diener. The project details Miss Kasumi Tsukuba’s journeys between the United States and Japan.
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Messenger of Friendship: The Adventures of Miss Kasumi Tsukuba - 1 (2:59)
How did I come to be me?
In this episode you will meet Miss Ibaraki, one of fifty-eight special dolls which were sent from Japan to the United States. She was a gift for the people of Wisconsin and presented to the Milwaukee Public Museum in 1927.
Download File (1.37 MB)
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Messenger of Friendship: The Adventures of Miss Kasumi Tsukuba - 2 (3:25)
What message did I bring from Japan to the United States and why is it important today?
During the 1920s, relations between Japan and the United States were strained. Inspired by the leadership of Dr. Sidney Gulick, the children of these countries exchanged dolls as a gesture of friendship.
Download File (1.56 MB)
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Messenger of Friendship: The Adventures of Miss Kasumi Tsukuba - 3 (4:47)
What have I learned about Milwaukee in the past 78 years?
Use your imagination for this episode and pretend that Miss Ibaraki learned about Milwaukee, the state of Wisconsin and the world as she wandered throughout the museum while listening to conversations of the staff and visitors.
Download File (2.19 MB)
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Messenger of Friendship: The Adventures of Miss Kasumi Tsukuba - 4 (5:14)
Where are some of my sisters today?
In 1927, fifty-eight dolls made the journey from Japan to the United States. Today, only forty-four remain. In this episode, you will learn about four other Japanese Friendship Dolls—friends of Miss Ibaraki.
Download File (2.39 MB)
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Messenger of Friendship: The Adventures of Miss Kasumi Tsukuba - 5 (3:51)
On October 22, 2006, I returned to Japan. Would you like to know why?
Miss Ibaraki has returned to her homeland for restoration by talented doll makers in Japan. Learn about the plans for her visit to Japan as well as her return to the museum.
Download File (1.76 MB)
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