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William Shakespeare's Julius Caesar: Fate Versus Free Will
Pupils relate legends of lucky objects such as a rabbit's foot and principles of Feng Shui to fate and free will concepts that are expressed in Shakespeare's play, "Julius Casear". In small groups, they redesign the palace of Casear to...
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History of Hong Kong
Eighth graders explore the sites and attractions of Hong Kong. In this Geography lesson, 8th graders research the different forms of transportation and major landmarks. Students create a travel brochure for Hong Kong.
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Feng Shui for the Budding Interior Decorator
Students examine the uses and beliefs associated with the Chinese art of Feng Shui. The class reads about the traditional uses of Feng Shui. Individually, each student creates a room makeover using Feng Shui principles.
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Feng Shui Fun
Students examine the Chinese concept of Feng Shui through a PBS episode called Mal Suerte. They discuss ideas like conserving water, donating unwanted toys and clothes, and displaying family pictures. They place inspirational messages...
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Mystical Chinese
Students relate environmental influences to human situations through Feng Shui, describe various traditional Chinese medical practices, and explore the use of natural forces in Chinese medicine.