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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Terracotta Warriors From Mausoleum of First Qin Emperor of China

For Students 9th - 10th
The underground terracotta army found in the burial complex of Qin Shihuang reveals much about an ancient way of life. We gain a window of insight to the First Emperor's worldview and enduring influence.
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Soft Schools

Soft Schools: Ancient Civilizations: China Quiz

For Students 3rd - 8th
Take this interactive, multiple choice quiz over ancient China, and then check your answers for review after answering the questions.
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CNN

Cnn: Visions of China

For Students 9th - 10th
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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University of Maryland

University of Maryland: China's Transition to Socialism

For Students 9th - 10th
A history of China's transition to Socialism and the first five year plan.
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University of Maryland

The People's Republic of China

For Students 9th - 10th
This site offers information about the People's Republic of China, which was established in 1949, after the victory of the Chinese Communist Party.
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National Geographic Kids

National Geographic Kids: China

For Students 3rd - 8th
Click-through facts-and-photo file about China's geography, nature, history, people, culture, and government. Includes a map of the country that pinpoints its Asian location and a video that explains the desertification of...
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Read Works

Read Works: China Under Attack

For Teachers 6th
[Free Registration/Login Required] Students read about a personal experience during the Japanese attach on China. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in author's purpose.
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Other

Ancient Mysteries: Gobi Desert Mysteries

For Students 9th - 10th
This site details information about the mysteries of the Gobi Desert, an area actually comprised more of mountains than desert. This site has a map of the Gobi area, photos of the Gobi, as well as links to information about ancient...
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Then Again

Then Again: Web Chron: Marco Polo Travels in China

For Students 9th - 10th
Good overview of Marco Polo and his travels in China.
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Encyclopedia of Earth

Encyclopedia of Earth: China

For Students 9th - 10th
The Encyclopedia of Earth provides an overview of China, including its geography, natural resources, history, government, economy, and much more. Maps and images are also included, along with sources used to create the entry.
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TED Talks

Ted: Ted Ed: Behind the Great Firewall of China

For Students 9th - 10th
Michael Anti (aka Jing Zhao) has been blogging from China for 12 years. Despite the control the central government has over the Internet "All the servers are in Beijing" he says that hundreds of millions of microbloggers are in fact...
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PBS

Pbs: Korea History

For Students 9th - 10th
Ancient history of Korea is explained here at this site from PBS. Country relationships between China and Japan and included.
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The History Cat

The History Cat: The Silk Road

For Students 9th - 10th
Discover detailed information about the Silk Road, a network of trade routes that connected the East and West from China to the Mediterranean Sea. Read stories of wealthy merchants, deadly bandits, fabulous cities, ghosts and genies, and...
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CommonLit

Common Lit: The Golden Lotus: A History of Foot Binding

For Students 7th - 8th
A learning module that begins with "The Golden Lotus: A History of Foot Binding" by Jessica McBirney, accompanied by guided reading questions, assessment questions, and discussion questions. The text can be printed as a PDF or assigned...
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Wikimedia

Wikipedia: Great Wall of China

For Students 9th - 10th
Wikipedia offers detailed information on the history, structure, and recognition of the Great Wall of China.
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Other

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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PBS

Pbs: Precious Children: Early Childhood Education in China

For Students 9th - 10th
An article from PBS by an early childhood teacher who spent seven months teaching in China in 1991. She visited a typical child care center while there.
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Stephen Byrne

History for Kids: Dynasties of Ancient China

For Students 2nd - 6th
History for Kids presents an overview of the 13 dynasties that ruled in ancient China for over 3000 years.
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University of Maryland

Republican China: Anti Japanese War

For Students 9th - 10th
History of China from 1937-1949.
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The British Museum

Ancient China

For Students 9th - 10th
The British Museum explores Ancient China by looking at different arts and crafts, geography, ancient tombs, and ancient writings. Students will be able to learn about these different topics and take challenges to see what they learned....
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Scholastic

Scholastic News: An Ancient Palace Uncovered

For Students 3rd - 8th
Archeologists in China discovered the ruins of an ancient palace build to honor China's first emperor. Learn more about this important structure, part of the massive burial complex of Emperor Qin Shihuangdi.
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Other

The History of China

For Students 9th - 10th
Presents the history of China starting in prehistory and going to the present. Maps and pictures give a solid background about Chinese history.
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Other

Music From China

For Students 9th - 10th
Site has the history of Chinese music. You can find examples of Chinese instruments, dates, developments, and descriptions.
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The British Museum

The British Museum: Ancient China: Tombs and Ancestors

For Students 9th - 10th
An engaging site that features ancient China's beliefs of afterlife. Students can explore an ancient tomb and learn about its important artifacts. There is also an ancient Chinese story and a game about the tomb.

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