Kubo and the Two Strings: Film Guide

Kubo and the Two Strings
Kubo and the Two Strings

Ages

7–11

Duration

Short (1-4 activities)

A film guide that looks at Kubo and the Two Strings (2016), a stunning animation in which young boy named Kubo must find his samurai father's magical suit of armour in order to overcome the unforgiving spirits of the past.

This guide is useful for exploring topics including English and Art & Design in addition to highlighting themes surrounding music, family, growing up, historical periods, and mythology.

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This Resource Supports

  • Art and Design
  • English
  • Film Studies

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