Monstrum: Pokémon
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Pokémon is an abbreviation for pocket monsters in Japanese and is centered around fictional creatures. Pokémon trainers are people who catch, train, care for, and battle with other Pokémon. This episode explores the beginnings of the Pokémon franchise and their connection between folklore and popular culture. Part of the "Monstrum" series.
Media Details
Runtime: 13 minutes 22 seconds
- Topic: Arts, Literature, Social Science
- Subtopic: Culture and Society, Folklore, Storytelling
- Grade/Interest Level: 9 - 12
- Standards:
- Release Year: 2023
- Producer/Distributor: PBS Digital Studios
- Series: Monstrum
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