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Find-A-Word Ancient China

For Students 6th - 7th
In this social studies instructional activity, students locate words relating to Ancient China in a word search. They may self correct their work by selecting the link at the bottom of the page.
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China's Ancient Tomb Culture

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students research and discuss Chinese history through the examination of ancient tomb artifacts. Emphasis is placed on the creation of student posters displaying "what they would put in a tomb".
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Ancient History

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Young scholars 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...
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Ancient Chinese Tomb Building

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students compare and contrast the monuments erected for George Washington, the first president of the United States, and Qin Shi Huangdi (r. 221- 210 BCE), the first emperor of China. This lesson plan also includes a creative project.
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Ancient Greece: Inquiring Minds Want to Know

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders explore world history by writing newspaper articles. In this Greek history lesson plan, 2nd graders investigate the geography and society of Ancient Greece by utilizing the Internet as a research tool. Students collaborate...
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Geometry, Pi, and Ancient Civilizations

For Teachers 8th - 9th
By working together, pairs of learners will complete a Pi webquest. Using the internet, they examine the ways people in the Ancient Civilizations of Egypt, Babylonia and Greece used Pi. To end the lesson, they review the concepts of...
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Ancient Civilizations: China

For Teachers 4th - 8th
Young scholars read about the daily life, history, dynasties, and ancient celebration of ancient China.
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Ancient Chinese Philosophies of Government

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders use the four philosophies of Ancient China to investigate persceptive and resolution of a problem.
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Architecture of the Ancient World

For Teachers 5th - 8th
You can introduce your students to the amazing world of ancient architecture with these lesson plans.
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The History of Writing

For Teachers 5th - 8th
The history of written communication can be an interesting addition to history lessons.
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The Mongol Empire

For Teachers 7th
Scholars review eight sources to learn about the impact of the Mongol Empire and their leaders, such as Genghis Khan. Academics learn how the Mongols destroyed states but also increased connections with the rest of the world. To finish,...
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Sports in China: What And Why They Play?

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Young scholars study several different types of Chinese sports played throughout history in China. They examine the historical perspective of the importance of sports in Chinese culture and create a final project using information about...
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Traveling the Silk Road: A Multimedia Approach

For Teachers 2nd - 4th
Students transfer what they have learned about China into an electronic project. In this collaborative project, students take what they have learned from their textbooks and synthesize the information in order to create an electronic...
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The Ancient Mediterranean: Trade, Contact, and Cultural Diffusion

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders begin the lesson by being introduced to the basic terms of economics. In groups, they discover how they are affected by trade because of the clothes they wear and foods they eat. Using primary sources, they examine the...
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Silk Road Assessment

For Students 6th - 8th
In this ancient trade routes worksheet, students respond to 10 multiple choice questions and 1 essay question about the Silk Road and its significance.
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Monsoon Winds to the "Land of Gold"

For Teachers 6th - 7th
Students recognize environmental factors that influenced maritime trade routes and the establishment of major trading centers in classical times. They evaluate perceptions of the ancient world through ancient maps and primary source...
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Welcome to The Immortal Emperor

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students watch a flim while collecting information about China in the third Century BC and about its First Emperor, Qin Shihuangdi. They examine the tools use by archeologist and investigate the human quest for immortality in this series...
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Chinese Inventions

For Teachers 4th - 7th
Learners identify inventions as coming from China. In this Chinese inventions lesson, students are given a list of common items such as cast iron, a wheelbarrow, and the decimal system, then conduct research to identify where they were...
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Rome: Republic to Empire

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders discuss the rise of Rome from a republic to a dictatorship. In small groups, they role-play as congress people debating whether or not to give the president more powers. In another activity, 6th graders produce television...
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Passport to Ancient Civilizations

For Teachers 4th - 7th
Learners complete a project about Ancient civilizations. In this ancient civilizations lesson plan, students explore the contributions made by ancient civilizations and research the scientific and technological achievements of ancient...
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Chapter 9: A Surprising Day and A Little Bit About China

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders complete activities with Chapter 9 of the book The Fastest Pig in the West by Randi Hacker. In this literature lesson, 5th graders discuss the concept of saving face and how it affects the main character's decisions....
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What Is the History of the Consumption of Rice?

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders research the history of rice consumption. In this rice consumption lesson, 6th graders read a study guide and answer comprehension questions about two rice dishes and rice cultivation.
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Exploring China: One Educator's Experience

For Teachers 3rd - 9th
Visiting new places can inspire a wide range of teaching activities.
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Bronze Bells

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Learners explore an amazing technological advancement in ancient China, zhong bells, as an example of the use of natural resources and human ingenuity to meet a need and to add value to the quality of life in an ancient time.

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