Online Course
Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Mit: Open Course Ware: Government and Politics of China

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Present an impressive overview of pre-Communist through present day China with an outlook towards the future by including some of these resources.
Online Course
Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Mit: Open Course Ware: Government and Politics of China

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Present an impressive overview of pre-Communist through present day China with an outlook towards the future by including some of these resources.
Unit Plan
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.
Handout
Globio

Glossopedia: China

For Students 3rd - 8th
China is the second largest country in Asia with the largest population in the world. This article discusses China's long history, many inventions, and basic cultural information. China's varied topography is introduced as well as...
Article
US Department of State

U.s. Dept. Of State: u.s. Relations With China

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides information about the relationship between the United States and China. Additional information about the country is available through the links at the bottom of the page.
Article
DOGO Media

Dogo News: Week of 2 10 14: China's Smog Problem

For Students 6th - 8th
Article reports on the problem of extreme smog in many cities in China and various innovations that are being developed to help deal with the problem. Includes video.
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BBC

Bbc: Country Profile: China

For Students 9th - 10th
Impressive compilation of news, media, audio, video, and more about China from the BBC.
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Other

The China Guide

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Travel to China and take a virtual tour of Beijing. Visit places of interest such as the Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, Jingshan Park and the Marco Polo Bridge. Learn how to say numbers, money and short sentences in Chinese.
Article
World Atlas

World Atlas: China

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides an overview of China with emphasis on history. Click on any of the tabs above the maps to learn about its geography, flags. symbols, and more.
Handout
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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Nations Online Project

Nations Online: Tibet

For Students 9th - 10th
Thorough reference directory for finding information on the Asian nation of Tibet which is part of the People's Republic of China. Content includes background details, a country profile, and numerous links to comprehensive information on...
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Other

People's Daily China

For Students 9th - 10th
The People's Daily is an excellent online news source based out of Beijing, China. Content includes top national and international headlines, business and economic coverage, sports, and various other robust sections.
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University of California

Uc San Diego: Anthropology: China Resources Page

For Students 9th - 10th
A collection of resources prepared for use in classes relating to China. Some are reference materials- maps, charts, or brief essays. Some are translations, ranging from a few lines to a whole book.
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BBC

Bbc: Cbbc News Round Special: China

For Students 3rd - 8th
This is a wonderful, image-packed introduction to China for younger students. Read short summaries about Chinese history, culture, and government, and then take a virtual tour of Chinese landmarks; learn about Chinese New Year, the signs...
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Other

Institute for Advanced Technology in the Humanities: Xiakou

For Students 9th - 10th
All features of the Xiakou village in the western Sichuan Province of China from the rich history, folklore, subsistence, etc. are found in this comprehensive project.
Handout
Michigan State University

Michigan State University: Global Edge: China: Introduction

For Students 9th - 10th
Discover statistics, history, economy, culture, politics, and demographics for the country of China in East Asia.
Handout
Central Intelligence Agency

Cia: World Factbook: China

For Students 9th - 10th
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.
Handout
World Health Organization

World Health Organization: China

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about health in China via the World Health Organization's profile page on the country, which includes demographic information about core health indicators as well as general information. The 'News and features' tab includes...
Primary
McGraw Hill

Final Declaration of Geneva Conference: u.s. Statement

For Students 9th - 10th
The text of the Final Declaration of the 1954 Geneva Conference includes official U.S. statement regarding the refusal to sign and comply with Final Resolution.
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Other

Yahoo World Factbook: China

For Students 9th - 10th
Click on any of the tabs for details on people, government, economy, communication, transportation, military, as well as national issues and geographic statistics.
Unit Plan
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...
Unit Plan
Enchanted Learning

Enchanted Learning: All About China

For Students Pre-K - 1st
At this site from Enchanted Learning, you can learn all about China, view a map, and try some of the activities provided. Activities include printing out China's map and coloring it and learning Chinese numbers from 1 to 10.
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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 Learning Media: The Power of Developers

For Students 9th - 10th
This Wide Angle video features a peasant family in China that is caught in a land rights dispute with no apparent solution in sight.