Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Africa Review

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders trace the major events in African history. In this social studies lesson plan students, create a flowchart depicting the things they learned during this lesson plan. Students understand the chronology of major events that...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Ancient China

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students research different dynasties that existed in China around different themes. They chart each dynasty for written assessment. Each chart has details that chronicles the gathered information.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Chinese Dynasties

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Young scholars explore several Chinese dynasties and research various topics including papermaking, calligraphy, and Lu Hou. They also demonstrate how to use an abacus and create several math problems to solve with it. Choosing a...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Exploring China

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders explore the geography, holidays, important teachers, and inventions from China in the nine lessons of this unit. The results of their inquiries are expressed through a variety of products, writings, and presentations.
Lesson Plan
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Writing & Language

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students examine Chinese and East Asian writing characters. They discuss how their writing systems differ from others found in the world. They practice reading and pronouncing Chinese and Japanese names and words.
Handout
Stephen Byrne

History for Kids: Ancient Chinese Art

For Students 2nd - 6th
Reference page written for kids teaches about the art of ancient China, including performance art as well puppet art, calligraphy, folk toys and painting.
Article
Archaeological Institute of America

Shang City Uncovered

For Students 9th - 10th
This article describes the early excavation successes of the American-Chinese archaeological partnership, the Anyang Project.