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National Endowment for the Humanities

Neh: Edsit Ement: Animals of the Chinese Zodiac

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
This site from EDSITEment provides a fun look at the Chinese culture by examining the animals of the Chinese Zodiac and the traits of the Chinese calendar.
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British Library

British Library: International Dunhuang Project: Chinese Astronomy Resource

For Students 9th - 10th
Using the early Dunhuang Star Atlas, an important historical and scientific document of the sky seen from China dating from before AD 700, learn about astronomical history from the perspective of China. Find resources and analysis that...
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British Library

British Library: Bodies of Knowledge

For Students 9th - 10th
Series of illustrated essays on the different ways that the human body has been represented in art and science across history considers medieval astrology, the ancient Chinese practice of acupuncture, Vitruvius's notion of body symmetry,...
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A Digital Artist: On the Road in China

For Students 9th - 10th
Vivid imagery of China is captured on this fascinating web site. Find photo journals, paintings, interactive movies, and more.

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