From China's physical geography and earliest beginnings of civilization to the Qin and Han dynasties, here is a nicely designed worksheet on ancient China, which includes a graphic organizer and timeline to summarize the reading...

What do BC and AD mean on a timeline? What is the difference between a decade and a century? Here is a nice handout that offers all the foundational knowledge your young historians will need on how to look at historical timelines.

Learn about the art of the ancient Chinese in this historical overview and image gallery of Chinese art with detailed descriptions, from the collection of the British Museum.

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.

Encyclopedia entry provides an overview of the historical development of ancient Chinese philosophy and its main schools of thought. Includes photos, links to related material and timeline of events.

History and definition of writing, plus extensive information on the types, families, and regions of written languages. For each language, you'll find information on when and where it was used, the people who used it, and what it looked...

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.

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.

Informative encyclopedia entry provides and overview of ancient China history beginning with pre-historical age and ending with the Tang and sung Dynasties. Site includes photos, links to related material and timeline of major events.

Links to dragons in Chinese architecture, paintings, and culture.

The site from the University of Evansville lists all time periods in ancient Chinese history and gives a brief description and link to that time period.

Take a tour with Sir Dig-a-Lot and learn about ancient China, its major dynasties, and some important inventions that originated in China.

History for Kids presents an overview of the 13 dynasties that ruled in ancient China for over 3000 years.

This site, which is provided for by Chinavista gives great information on the Chongyang Festival. The Chongyang Festival has been an important festival since ancient times. The story of Chongyang and how the customs were created are...

Scroll down this page to see the various topics addressed on this website. Learn a "brief history of the Western Calendar" as well as information about the ancient calendars of the world, including the Sumerian, Egyptian, and Greek...

History for Kids presents an overview of daily life in ancient China. Students get a sense of where people lived, what they ate, and what they did for a living.

Reference material gives us an overview of the architecture of ancient China, including the Great Wall, Forbidden City and religious temples.

History for Kids overview on the science and innovations of ancient China. Students learn about the significant impact China made on the world with contributions in the fields of astronomy, chemistry, physics, meteorology and seismology.

Discusses the different voyages of Zheng He and their significance in Chinese history. Includes good historical background and pictures.

Reference page written for kids teaches about the art of ancient China, including performance art as well puppet art, calligraphy, folk toys and painting.

Overview referencing the religion of ancient China, including notes on Taoism, Confucianism, and Buddhism.

This site provides an article on Xingtai in North China's Hebei Province, which was probably one of the capital cities of the Shang Dynasty.

Article references the literature of anceint China and provides a brief overview of

In depth description of the great bronze age of China. Also includes chronology.