Website
University of Washington

Visual Sourcebook of Chinese Civilization: Clothing: Traditional Versus Modern

For Students 9th - 10th
An explanation of traditional forms of Chinese dress that also looks at how styles of clothing in China have changed, especially with the introduction of communism in the twentieth century.
Article
State of Florida

Florida Historical Resources: Musical Brocade: Ann Yao and Zheng Music

For Students 9th - 10th
An article on the history of the "Zheng," an ancient Chinese stringed musical instrument and how it is still used today in music performances.
Website
Columbia University

Chinese Cultural Studies: Modern Marriage in China

For Students 9th - 10th
This site is an article about the difference in the Chinese institution of marriage and the western view of marriage. It also reviews the communist reforms in traditional marriage.
Handout
Other

Christmas Around the World: Christmas in China

For Students Pre-K - 1st
A brief description of Chinese Christmas celebrations, as well as the celebration of the Chinese New Year or Spring Festival.