: Discuss how Totoro serves as a comforting presence for the sisters as they deal with their mother's illness and the anxiety of moving to a new home.
: Fold the paper in half diagonally to create a triangle, then unfold. Fold the two side corners toward the center crease (kite fold). Tonari no Totoro
: Explain how only Satsuki and Mei can see Totoro, suggesting that childhood innocence is a prerequisite for connecting with nature's hidden spirits. : Discuss how Totoro serves as a comforting
: Use a white pen or paper scraps to add the eyes and the distinctive "crescents" on his chest. : Explain how only Satsuki and Mei can
: Analyze the role of the giant Camphor tree and the "Mori no Nushi" (Forest Master). Discuss how the film portrays nature as something to be respected rather than conquered.