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What is the story of "Omusubi Kororin"?

A tale that tells how honest deeds bring good fortune and greed makes one unhappy.

It is said that "Omusubi kororin" is a story that spread as one of the otogi-zoshi (fairy tales) in the Muromachi period (1336-1573).

The adventure begins when the omusubi rolls over, and it is a simple and heartwarming story about the contrast between honesty and greed.

In this story.It is a story that tells us that "honest actions bring good fortune, while greed makes you unhappy.It is.

the characters (in a play or novel)

Honest Grandpa
Greedy old man.
Rats

Story and Synopsis of "Omusubi Kororin

Once upon a time, there lived an honest old man near the mountains.

One day, Grandpa was working in the mountains and was about to eat a rice ball he had brought for lunch.

However, he inadvertently slipped and the omusubi rolled around and fell into a big hole.

When the grandfather looked into the hole, he heard a mysterious singing voice coming from inside the hole.

The grandfather went into the hole and found many rats living there.

The rats were overjoyed to receive their grandfather's omusubi, and in return, he gave them a small mallet.

When the grandfather shook the hammer, many gold and silver koban came out.

When the old man returns home and tells the story to the greedy old man, the greedy old man also wants the hammer.

So, you deliberately roll the diaper and go into the hole.

However, the greedy old man wanted only the hammer, so he was turned away by the rats and received nothing.

Let's play "Omusubi Kororin" in a play.

Let's play "Omusubi Kororin" play with children♪

Dramatic play is when a child takes on the role of a character and has fun with it.Enriching emotions and self-expression and developing children's creativity and language skillsYou can do that.

We encourage you to engage in dramatic play in your daily childcare and at recitals.

Ages for "Omusubi Kororin" play

Oumebi Kororinin no no.Ages 4 to 5 years old.It is!

It is a simple story that begins with an old man dropping a diaper, but concepts such as "honesty, greed
The reason is that they can understand it from the age of 4 to 5 years old.

Purpose of the play "Omusubi Kororin

Play-acting isThe most important thing is for children to enjoy themselves in their roles.It is.

However, through dramatic playChildren.It is also important to think about what you want to convey and how you want your students to grow.It is a thing of the past.

Here are two reasons for performing "Omusubi Kororin".

The Importance of Honesty

children through dramatic play.The importance of being honest and having a kind heartLet's tell the

Seeing the story of an honest grandfather that leads to positive results, children naturally understand that honesty is appreciated by others and leads to positive results.

By acting out characters who behave honestly in dramatic play, children are alsoConscious of trying to be honest and kindThe following is a list of the most important factors that will help you to make the most of your time in the future.

Meanness and greed will not get you anywhere.

children through dramatic play.Mean or greedy behavior, on the contrary, annoys me.Let's tell them that.

Through the scene where the greedy old man tries to get the treasure out of greed and is turned away by the rats, the children understand the lesson that greed and dishonest behavior can cause bad things to happen.

Through this play-acting,Realizing the importance of caring for others and restraining greedYou will be able to.

Autumn is the best season for "Omusubi Kororin" play.

To play a dramatic play of Omusubi Kororin.The best season is "autumn".Â

This is because autumn is the season for new rice, which makes the omusubi even more delicious!

Of course, this does not mean that dramatic play should only be done at that time of the year.

The growth of the child and the class.
Please try to engage in play-acting while watching.

Before we do the dramatic play "Omusubi Kororin" [Introduction

â- Before playing the Omusubi Kororin play, introduce it with a picture book, a panel theater, or a pepsert.â

By familiarizing themselves with the story, children will say, "I want to act in a play! "I want to say the lines! and "I want to say the lines!

Let's get to know the story through "picture books.

Let's introduce the story of Omusubi Kororin with a picture book.

Omusubi Kororin picture books have been written and published by various authors.

Choose stories and pictures that are easy to understand.
Please read it to your children.

Let's have fun with a "panel theater or a paper theater.

If you get tired of picture books, it is wonderful to enjoy a panel theater or a pepsert.

Easy-to-understand phrases such as "omusubi kororin suttonton" when the omusubi falls down are fun to say with children♪

You can work on it in a variety of ways.

Let's make omusubi (rice balls)" in production play

Let's make "Omusubi" in production play♪

It's easy to make, so please try making it with your kids!

What to prepare

way of making

Before performing the play "Omusubi Kororin" [Preparation].

劇遊びをする前にお面や小道具を用意してみましょう♪

The masks and props allow children to play the roles and have fun.

Masks, props and costumes

props	recommendation
mouse mask	Make masks out of drawing paper and have children draw their faces on them. and original masks are a nice touch♪
rice ball	Omusubi props made of soft materials (can also be made of white felt or sponge). Prepare something light and safe to act out the rolling scene!
hole	We recommend preparing a large hole (tunnel) made of cardboard or cloth, and having the grandpa roll the omusubi into it.
figurative magic wand	It is recommended to make it three-dimensionally with corrugated cardboard.

dress	recommendation
Honest Grandpa	The head is a hat. Clothing should be sewn into a vest shape with non-woven fabric Bright costume colors are recommended for an honest image!
Greedy old man	The head is a hat. Clothing should be sewn into a vest shape with non-woven fabric Dark colors are recommended for a greedy (mean) image!
mouse	I recommend sewing it into a poncho shape with gray non-woven fabric. It is also cute with a non-woven tail!

script

Here are some tips for creating a script.

use plain language
Choose simple words that are easy for children to understand.
It is best to avoid difficult expressions and phrases and use simple, short lines.

Emphasize character traits with simple movements and actions
The character and behavior of each character should be clearly defined.

Honest Grandpa: Expresses his kind and sincere character through his lines and actions. For example, emphasize his willingness to spare no expense in rolling a diaper.

Greedy old man: give him lines and actions that bring his greedy nature to the forefront and create conflict in the story.

Rats: More fun and charming movements and lines to make it easier for children to perform.

The play moves along at a brisk pace.
Children may have trouble concentrating for long periods of time, so keep the story moving at a brisk pace and be careful not to let the play linger for too long.
It is easier to keep children's attention if you break up each scene into short segments and change the atmosphere with movement and music.

The script below is for reference only.

Try to make a script that fits the children and the atmosphere of the class... ♪

Let's make a panel theater "Omusubi Kororin

Let's make a panel theater of Omusubi Kororin♪

Choki Peta Factory is for busy childcare workers,
We create and distribute a variety of materials that can be used in childcare settings!

Just download the materials and you can make it in about 10 minutes.

What to prepare

P Paper
Scissors

way of making

(1) Download material data and print on P-paper.

(2) Cut the printed P-paper with scissors and you are done.

Clip art of "omusubi kororin

Omusubi Kororin" play script and lines

narrator
Grandpa went to the mountain to pick up wood with the diapers that Grandma had made.
Just when the old man was about to take a short rest and eat a rice ball!
(Tries to eat a diaper at break, drops it)

narrator
Kororin korororin. The omusubi rolled and fell into a hole.

narrator
The old man was listening to the hole...
Roll, roll, roll. I rolled over and fell into a hole.

narrator
The grandfather went home and told his grandmother about what had happened today.
Then, I shook the hammer I was given.
(Shaking the gavel produces a large amount of koban)

narrator
The koban came out in large quantities.
And the grandfather and grandmother lived happily ever after.
The end.

Summary of "Omusubi Kororin

I introduced the play about Omusubi Kororin play.

This is a perfect subject for kindergarten and nursery school presentations, so please try working on it.

It is a simple story, so you can enjoy the play from the age of 4 to 5 years old.

Of course, you don't have to do play-acting at Chokipeta Factory.

Download the materials and create a "panel theater" or "pepsert",

It is also recommended to enjoy with children.