Country Studies US
Country Studies: China
Very detailed look at the country of China. Find information ranging from the ancient dynasties to present day.
Encyclopedia Britannica
Encyclopedia Britannica: Mongolian Plateau
This site from Britannica.com provides a good description of the Mongolian Plateau.
New York Times
New York Times: Crossword Puzzle: China
Here is an interactive & printable crossword puzzle developed by the New York Times Learning Network. The theme of this puzzle is China.
Globe Tracks
Travel for Kids: Singapore
"Discover the cultural heritage of Straits Chinese, Indians, Malays and British as you wander through colorful neighborhoods. The island also has large nature reserves, brilliant tropical vegetation, and excellent wildlife parks." Use...
Central Intelligence Agency
Cia: World Factbook: China
This resource presents extensive information about China. See a map of China and surrounding countries, and learn about the country's geography, people, government, military, communications, and transnational issues.
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: China
Provides an overview of the culture of China. Gives basic information on topics such as geography, ethnic makeup, languages, symbolism, economy, food, customs, social stratification, family life, education, religion, politics, etc....
Annenberg Foundation
Annenberg Learner: China Through Mapping
In this instructional activity, Mimi Norton integrates world geography with the study of Chinese culture and history by engaging her young students in a variety of activities to locate natural and human-made landmarks on maps of China....
Encyclopedia Britannica
Encyclopedia Britannica: Nan Mountains
This site, which is from the Encyclopedia Britannica, provides a description of the Nan Mountains.
Encyclopedia Britannica
Encyclopedia Britannica: North China Plain
This Encyclopedia Britannica site provides information on the North China Plain.
Encyclopedia Britannica
Encyclopedia Britannica: Loess Plateu
This site from Britannica.com describes the Loess Plateau in China. Check out this great resource.
Ducksters
Ducksters: China History and Timeline Overview
Investigate the Chinese dynasties, emperors, wars, the Republican era, and the communist revolution on this site. Site includes some history and a timeline of the country of China.
University of Washington
University of Washington: China's Geographic Endowment [Pdf]
This unit provides basic background on China's geographic endowment and raises the issue of Chinese ethnicity and the presence of minority groups in China.
Enchanted Learning
Enchanted Learning: Zoom School: China
Learn about the fourth-largest country in the world at this site from Zoom School. Explore China's Great Wall, its people, animals, and more, and find maps and basic information about its geography, flag, government, and so on.
ClassFlow
Class Flow: China
[Free Registration/Login Required] This flipchart takes a closer look at the Chinese culture, climate, and geography.
ClassFlow
Class Flow: China
[Free Registration/Login Required] Trace the effects of China's geography on the development of civilization. Examine China's philosophies that shaped Chinese culture.
ClassFlow
Class Flow: China Pretest
[Free Registration/Login Required] This flipchart is a pretest that contains Activote questions about China's history, culture, geography, and climate.
ClassFlow
Class Flow: China Test
[Free Registration/Login Required] This flipchart-based test contains Activote questions about China's history, culture, geography, and climate.
Encyclopedia Britannica
Encyclopedia Britannica: Mount T'ai
This site from Britannica.com provides a brief description of Mount T'ai in China.
Encyclopedia Britannica
Encyclopedia Britannica: Ch'iang T'ang
This site from Britannica.com provides a short description of the Ch'iang-t'ang plains in China. The article is only available in full through a subscription.
Washington State University
Washington State University: Columbia River Basin Ethnic History Project
A collection of primary documents dealing with the ethnic groups found in the Columbia River Basin.
PBS
Pbs Teachers: China u.s. Quiz: Test Your China Iq
Test your knowledge of Chinese and U.S. geography, government, and economics with this 13-question interactive quiz. Discover which country outdoes the other in military strength, consumer health and spending, and other similar categories.
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Multicultural America: Ecuadoran Americans
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of Ecuadoran Americans. (Note: Content is not the most current.)
Enchanted Learning
Enchanted Learning: Crafts for Kids
Choose from dozens of simple crafts including activities for the holidays, animal crafts and much more.
Read Works
Read Works: World Wonders
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about six famous landmarks: Mount Rushmore, Machu Picchu, the Great Sphinx, the Leaning Tower of Pisa, the Great Wall of China, and the Sydney Opera House. A question sheet is...