TED-Ed
The Incredible History of China's Terracotta Warriors
What does the discovery of 8,000 life-sized clay soldiers and the tomb of Emperor Qin Shi Huang reveal about ancient Chinese culture? A great deal! Take a look at this fascinating archaeological find and explore ancient Chinese...
Crash Course
Yu the Engineer and Flood Stories from China: Crash Course World Mythology #17
Ancient China is flooded with myths about deluges. Scholars explore Chinese flood myths using the 17th video from the Crash Course World Mythology series. Learners meet an emperor named Yu the Engineer, who worked tirelessly to end...
Crash Course
Mythical Mountains: Crash Course World Mythology #33
Ain't no mountain high enough to keep scholars from watching the 33rd installment in the 41-part Crash Course World Mythology series. Viewers consider stories and myths about mountains and their meanings. In particular, they learn about...
Crash Course
Medieval China: Crash Course History of Science #8
Medieval Chinese scientists were the masters of invention! Explore the wonders of the Far East through the eighth installment in a 15-part History of Science series. The resource covers contributions to science and technology by dynasty,...
TED-Ed
What Makes the Great Wall of China So Extraordinary
Imagine a structure that took centuries to build and is thousands of miles long. Introduce your classes to the Great Wall of China with this short video.
History of Our World
Podcast History of Our World: 57 the Xia Dynasty
Informative podcast relates the story of the first dynasty in Chinese history, the Xia Dynasty, and its ruler, Yu the Great. [13:24]
History of Our World
Podcast History of Our World: 56 the Origins of China
Podcast 56 explores the origins of Ancient China starting with Pangu and delving into its history and geography. [14:32]
History of Our World
Podcast History of Our World: 58 the Shang Dynasty
Podcast tells the story of the second dynasty of China, the Shang Dynasty, in 1600 BC. [17:12]
History of Our World
Podcast History of Our World: 59 the Zhou Dynasty
Chapter 59 explores the Zhou Dynasty which lasted longer than any other dynasty in Chinese history. Also, discusses the reign of the first king, King Wu. [14 min]
History of Our World
Podcast History of Our World: 62 the Fortunes of Qin
Podcast 62 describes the people of the Qin Dynasty. [13:57]
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Prosperity in Song China (960 1279)
The video lesson from Khan Academy is intended for students who are taking a high school or college level world history course. This section gives an overview of innovations and causes of prosperity and stability during the Song Dynasty...