China

Why this unit?

Today, China is one of the most powerful and fastest-growing countries in the world. It is also one of the most important countries that the United States must deal with in world affairs, and our relationship with them is often strained. Understanding China is essential to understanding the modern world. China boasts one of the oldest continuous cultures in the world, stretching back thousands of years. Their influence on the development of Asia, and the world, has been enormous.

 

Useful Links

Ancient Chinese Inventions

The China Experience

Chinese Calendar

Chronology of Important Events in Chinese History

China Today

Chinese Embassy to the United States

China - A country study

Yahooligans! - China

Chinese Mythology

Six Paths to China -- a collection of webquests

AskAsia Lessons Plans 

Physical and Political Characteristics of Asia -- postage stamp/Powerpoint project

The Land of Genghis Khan (national geographic interactive)

The Three Doctrines & Legalism (lesson plan, Donn)

China Teaching Workbook 

Chinese Historical and Cultural Project

Ancient China Lesson Plans & Curriculum Guide

Three Gorges Dam (lesson plan, webquest)

Chinese New Year & Other Festivals (Donn)

Your name in Chinese!

Daily Life in 4 Dynasties (Donn)

Virtual China

The China Experience China Culture Index (ChinaVista.com)

My China a Subject Sampler

China Virtual Tours