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Re-covering Imperial History
Students read about imperialism in Japan and China and write their own book based on the story they read.
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Barriers to Immigration: The Chinese Exclusion Act
Students study the Chinese Exclusion Act and its impact on the Chinese here in the US and abroad. They watch a video, then perform research which is guided by worksheets imbedded in this lesson plan.
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Cultural Effects of The Great Wall of China for the Chinese
Sixth graders write a three paragraph essay describing how three areas of their culture were affected by The Great Wall of China.
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Appreciating Our American Heritage
Eleventh graders learn about the Chinese culture and how important they feel their heritage and culture are, and to help the American students develop a pride in their own culture as well.
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Unrolling the Landscape
Students create a landscape painting using traditional Chinese techniques. They review Chinese landscape paintings, paint an original landscape and write a poem to go with their picture.
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China's Economy
Twelfth graders identify indicators for the U.S. and China in order to compare and contrast these two large economies. They explain ways in which economic differences between the U.S. and China impact the lives of American and Chinese...
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A Multicultural Study: Chinese New Year
Students study the customs and beliefs of the Chinese people as they experience Chinese New Year; students become aware that they live on one planet but their festivals and holidays vary.
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Where Is Xinjinag?
Students geographically recognize the territory of Xinjiang Province by identifying the physical landscape and important cities. They see how human rights issues have affected the global, political, and economic arena in Xinjiang.
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China: How to Put Some "Tang" in Your Medieval Dynasties
Fourth graders label the countries that border China and the physical features of Asia. They discuss the physical features of Asia and label them on the other map.
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Continents Lesson
Fourth graders write the correct name of the continent on each land mass. They locate Asia and outline the country of China and label it. They lightly color in the continents.
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Beijing: An Important City in China
Students investigate Beijing by reading an essay. In this Chinese Geography lesson, students read an essay written about Beijing and answer questions on a comprehension worksheet. Students may research Beijing further by...
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China Fact Card
For this China fact card worksheet, students use the notes and picture provided to create a note card for study purposes.
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China: Word Unscramble
In this language arts and geography worksheet, students analyze 10 scrambled words that pertain to China. Students unscramble the words. Students then write "some sentences" using the words.
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China Finals Word Search
In this social studies activity, students look for the words that are related to the theme of China in the word search. They also work on spelling skills.
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China's Geographical Features Word Search
In this China's Geographical Features word search, learners identify types of land formations located in China. A list of mountains, hills, rivers and uplands is provided. An answer key is available for the 20 items.
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Words In The News: Luxury Cars in China
Young scholars read and write about current events. They observe pictures of cars and order them from least expensive to most expensive. After discussing luxury cars, students read articles about luxury cars in China. From their...
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Chinese Calendar
Third graders listen to a Mak Kam's, "My Chinatown: One Year in Poems," before locating China on a map. They discuss the Chinese language and culture, comparing it to the American culture. They determine which animal sign they were born...
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Chinese Games
Students investigate the concepts related to the development of Chinese Games. They work with the teacher to point out important events in history that are related to their development and the influence of games upon the Chinese culture.
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Geography of Early China
Learners research and identify the primary geographic features of China. They investigate which features isolated China, and identify the significance of the Hwang River to Early Chinese civilizations. Finally, they research the Silk...
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Ancient History
Students investigate the concept of water usage and conservation. The differences between modern and ancient practices are considered. They conduct research into the economic and social characteristics of ancient civilizations like Egypt...
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United Nations General Assembly
Students study China and the Chinese occupation of Tibet. They read position summaries/notes of China, Tibet and various foreign nations. Then they roleplay members of United Nations General Assembly and discuss and debate the topic.
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Symbolism: Finding the Hidden Meaning In Chinese Art
Middle schoolers study and interpret Chinese art to find its symbolism, or the "hidden meanings" in this middle level lesson plan well suited for the Language Arts or Art classroom. An enrichment activity is included that allows each...
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Tomb Guardians
Students practice using compasses to find cardinal directions in this cross-curricular lesson about the Chinese art of tomb sculptures. The lesson also includes a creative lesson extension.