Ducksters
Ducksters: Quiz: The Zhou Dynasty of Ancient China
History Questions: Zhou Dynasty Quiz, Test, and WebQuest
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Ducksters: Quiz: The Tang Dynasty of Ancient China
History Questions: Tang Dynasty Quiz, Test, and WebQuest
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Ducksters: Quiz: The Ming Dynasty for Kids
History Questions: Ming Dynasty Quiz, Test, and WebQuest
Metropolitan Museum of Art
Metropolitan Museum of Art: Chinese Works of Art 200 700 Ad
An exhibition of Chinese works of art from ancient Eastern Han to early Tang Dynasty. With simple, but clear introductions of historical and cultural background.
University of Washington
Visual Sourcebook for Chinese Civilization: Map of Yuan Dynasty
See this map of the Four Khanates of the Mongol Empire, of which the Great Khanate made up the territory of Yuan Dynasty.
University of Washington
Visual Sourcebook for Chinese Civilization: Map of Song Dynasty
A map of the Song Dynasty showing elevation of the area and cities.
Then Again
Then Again: Web Chron: Terra Cotta Warriors of the Qin Dynasty
Site describes the clay army the first Chinese emperor Qin Shihuangdi ordered to be made in order to protect him in the afterlife.
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Agate Travel: Tang Dynasty
This site provides an article that contains information on the history of the Tang Dynasty.
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Logoi.com: Chinese Bronzes
This site from Logoi.com contains information on the ancient Chinese Bronzes. This site focuses on the meaning and the explanation behind the ritual bronzes, and it also provides pictures. Definitely a site worthy of checking out.
Then Again
Then Again: Web Chron: The Tang Dynasty 618 907
This timeline traces the development of China's Tang Dynasty.
Princeton University
Princeton University Art Museum: Creating a Bronze Vessel
Wonderful photographs and animations explain how the Chinese of the Shang and Zhou dynasties (ca. 1600 B.C. to 256 B.C.) cast bronze. Excellent site for studying how the Chinese made bronze, one of the important technologies of ancient...
The History Cat
The History Cat: Chinese Bureaucrats
Describes the process men had to go through to obtain a government job during the Han dynasty. They were given positions based on merit, whereas in the previous system people were hired just by knowing someone important or being related...
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Totally History: Ming Dynasty Economy
This article provides a description of the Chinese Ming Dynasty's economy. It was during this period of time in history that China made large improvements in technology, agriculture, trade and manufacturing.
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British Museum: Imperial China
Visual and textual resources about imperial China, including chronology, primary sources, and maps.
Stephen Byrne
History for Kids: Ancient Chinese History
Brief overview outlines ancient Chinese history and the dynasties of ancient China. Students get a sense of progression of one of the oldest civilizations in history.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Ancient China for Kids: Ming Dynasty
On this site, study the history about the Ming Dynasty of Ancient China. Learn about the Emperors and accomplishments.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Ancient China for Kids: The Han Dynasty
Kids learn the history about the Han Dynasty of Ancient China on this site. Explore the Emperors and accomplishments.
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Gurupedia: History of China
Here's an article on the history of China, complete with information on prehistoric and ancient China, the Chinese Empire, the Mongols in China, the Ming and Qing dynasties, and the Republic of China.
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China Today: Arts & Entertainment
Offers a great history of Chinese music. You'll find lots of good information on opera, music, dance, and instruments. Good pictures and links to more info.
Columbia University
Columbia University: Asia for Educations: Recording the Grandeur of the Qing
Regular inspections of the Chinese empire were once recorded onto scrolls. Several of the scrolls are available to view on this site and include interactive activities.
Art Institute of Chicago
Art Institute of Chicago: Taoism and the Arts of China
Chinese art is often used to depict the religion of Taoism. In addition to many images, there are also lesson plans for all ages.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Funeral Banner of Lady Dai (Xin Zhui)
The elite men and women of the Han dynasty enjoyed an opulent lifestyle that could stretch into the afterlife. Today, the well-furnished tombs of the elite give us a glimpse of the luxurious goods they treasured and enjoyed. Take a look...
CNN
Cnn: Visions of China
CNN offers great links to information about China. Student can click on the Imperial icon to access information about ancient China: timelines, dynasties, maps, archaeological treasures and inventions.
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World Coin Catalog: Ancient Chinese Empire (C.3500 589 Ce)
At a site dedicated to coin collection, there is a great map of the ancient Chinese dynasties, about one sentence for the rise and fall of each dynasty, and links to ancient Chinese empire coin pages.
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