Lesson Plan
University of Washington

University of Washington: China's Geographic Endowment [Pdf]

For Teachers 9th - 10th
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.
Handout
Encyclopedia Britannica

Encyclopedia Britannica: Nan Mountains

For Students 9th - 10th
This site, which is from the Encyclopedia Britannica, provides a description of the Nan Mountains.
Website
Ducksters

Ducksters: Geography for Kids: China

For Students 1st - 9th
The history, capital, flag, climate, terrain, people, economy, and population of China is described on this site.
Handout
Other

Regent China Tours: Yangtze River in a Glance

For Students 9th - 10th
This travel site gives brief information and pictures about the Yangtze River, its surrounding areas, and things to do if you visit.
Website
Other

Canal Kids: Mundo (Natural & Historical World Wonders)

For Students 3rd - 5th
The "Mundo" area of Canal Kids highlights forty of the world's natural and historical wonders. Pick a location from the drop-down menu and get background information on the Parthenon, Mount Fuji, the Grand Canyon, the Great Wall of...
Activity
Read Works

Read Works: China Today: China's Population

For Teachers 3rd
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about the population grown in China. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
Handout
Encyclopedia Britannica

Encyclopedia Britannica: Ch'ang Pai Mountains

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from Britannica.com provides information on the Ch'ang-pai Mountains in China.
Handout
Encyclopedia of Earth

Encyclopedia of Earth: Macau (China)

For Students 9th - 10th
The Encyclopedia of Earth provides an overview of Macau (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.
Activity
Read Works

Read Works: Celebrations Around the World

For Teachers 2nd
[Free Registration/Login Required] Students read about festivals and celebrations from different countries around the world. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in classifying and categorizing.
Graphic
University of Washington

Visual Sourcebook for Chinese Civilization: Map of Song Dynasty

For Students 9th - 10th
A map of the Song Dynasty showing elevation of the area and cities.
Graphic
PBS

Pbs Teachers:china's Top Water Issues

For Students 9th - 10th
Investigate some of the most pressing water-related issues in China with this interactive map. Discover various viewpoints on topics such as dam construction, river flooding, sewage treatment and industrial pollution.
Website
PBS

Pbs Teachers: China's Three Gorges Dam [Pdf]

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Investigate and report on one aspect of the Three Gorges Dam project to determine if the project will provide great opportunities for China or do more harm than good. Compare different interest groups' viewpoints about the project....
Activity
Other

The Silk Road Yesterday and Today: Map Assignment

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Assignment from virtual learning module in which students label a map of the Silk Road route with physical features, then take a virtual tour to research goods, artifacts and ideas traded along the way. Students also complete a graphic...
Interactive
New York Times

New York Times: Crossword Puzzle: China

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Here is an interactive & printable crossword puzzle developed by the New York Times Learning Network. The theme of this puzzle is China.
Whiteboard
ClassFlow

Class Flow: China

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
[Free Registration/Login Required] This flipchart takes a closer look at the Chinese culture, climate, and geography.
Website
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...
Handout
Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Han

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of the Han who live mainly in China and Taiwan. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes,...
Handout
Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Miao

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of the Miao who live mainly in China. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes, societal...
Online Course
City University of New York

Brooklyn College Core 9: Chinese Culture Page

For Students 9th - 10th
An online course regarding Chinese culture. Links and information concerning the nature of culture, Tiananmen, geography, language and early history, Chinese religions, gender and the World Wars.
Handout
Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Chinese

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of the Chinese. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes, societal challenges, etc. (Note:...
Activity
Read Works

Read Works: World Wonders

For Teachers 2nd
[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...
Handout
Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Tibetans

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of Tibetans. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes, societal challenges, etc. (Note: Content...
Handout
Geographic

Photius Coutsoukis: China Geography

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from Photius Coutsoukis provides a geographical examination of the current geography of eastern China.
Handout
Central Intelligence Agency

Cia: World Factbook: Taiwan

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource from the CIA World Factbook provides a detailed fact sheet of Taiwan. The content covers the country's geography, people, government, economy, communications, transportation, military, and transnational issues. It includes...