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Yang Style Tai Chi: Neo Taoism

For Students 9th - 10th
Discusses the writings and people behind Neo-Taoism. A good site to receive a good introduction to Neo-Taoism and explore some of this religion's beliefs.
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Religious Taoism: Taoist Practices and Beliefs

For Students 9th - 10th
A good description of Taoist philosophy and way of life. Includes information on the major symbols associated with Taoism, a discussion on the "Taoists Sects," and a short explanation of its origins and evolution as a religion.
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The Tao Te Ching

For Students 9th - 10th
A translation of the Tao Te Ching by Lao Tzu, the major work of Taoism (Daoism).
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San Jose State University

San Jose State University: Sacrifices

For Students 9th - 10th
This virtual exhibition project discusses many aspects of ancient Chinese history, including ancestral worship, weaponry, sacrifice, the Shang Dynasty, gods, the Chou Dynasty, burials, Emperor Shihuangdi, Confucianism, Buddhism, and Taoism.
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City University of New York

Brooklyn College: Chinese Philosophy and Religion

For Students 9th - 10th
Article provides a compilation of material from Compton's living encyclopedia. General information about Chinese religion and philosophy.
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Other

Teaching About Religion: Worldview Sampler

For Students 9th - 10th
You can "compare" nine worldviews between such religions as Buddhism, Hinduism and other major world religions. You can also examine elements of a particular worldview of interest.
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Oswego City School District

Regents Exam Prep Center: World Belief Systems

For Students 9th - 10th
A teacher-compiled site for students taking the high school Regents Examination in New York. Site offers exam preparation materials for nine world religions--animism, Buddhism, Christianity, Confucianism, Hinduism, Islam, Judaism,...
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Art Institute of Chicago

Art Institute of Chicago: Taoism and the Arts of China

For Students 9th - 10th
Chinese art is often used to depict the religion of Taoism. In addition to many images, there are also lesson plans for all ages.
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Introduction to the Han Dynasty

For Students 9th - 10th
The Han Dynasty is one of the great dynasties in Chinese history, encompassing nearly four hundred years of expansion and consolidation which coincided with the period of the Roman republic and empire in the West. The period is usually...
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History Teacher

Historyteacher.net: Global Studies: China: The Age of the Philosophers Quiz (1)

For Students 9th - 10th
Quiz your knowledge on philosophers of China.
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Chuang Tzu: The Next Voice

For Students 9th - 10th
This site details the wisdom and philosophy of Chuang Tzu and describes his influence on Taoism.
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Chebucto Community Net: Taoism

For Students 9th - 10th
Website from the Chebucto Community Net dedicated to the Tao and the philosophy of Tai Chi Chuan.
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Chebucto Community Net: Lao Tzu Father of Taoism

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from Chebucto Community Net provides a biography of Lao-tzu and short description of Taoism. Contrasts Taoism and Confucianism as well. Some black and white pictures accompany information.
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Stephen Byrne

History for Kids: Ancient Chinese Religion

For Students 1st - 7th
Overview referencing the religion of ancient China, including notes on Taoism, Confucianism, and Buddhism.
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Lin and Don Donn

Lin and Don Donn: Chinese Festivals & Dragon Lore

For Students 3rd - 5th
Information on China's ancient past and the roots of modern-day Chinese culture. Includes information on Chinese festivals, religions, and philosophy.
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Article
Other

The World's Religions and Their Scriptures: Taoism

For Students 9th - 10th
Scroll down to the third paragraph of the section on Taoism. Discusses the sources of philosophical Taoism.
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The History Cat

The History Cat: Yin, Yang, and a Little Feng Shui

For Students 9th - 10th
Discusses the Three Ways, which are a blend of Taoist, Buddhist, and Confucianist schools of thought, and what each of these philosophies contributes to the Three Ways.
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Other

Life Matters: Relieve Stress With T'ai Chi

For Students 9th - 10th
Discusses the paradoxes and growth involved in T'ai Chi.
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Curated OER

Taoism Depot

For Students 9th - 10th
Detailed discussion defining Wu-Wei.