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PPT
New York Times

New York Times: China's Great Divide

For Students 9th - 10th
Examines the growing gap between the rich and the poor in China. Most of the poor being rural farmers and the rich living in urban areas. The gap is not just in wealth but in education and other categories too.
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Lesson Plan
National Endowment for the Humanities

Neh: Edsit Ement: Animals of the Chinese New Year

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Intended for young students, this lesson on the symbolism, significance, and animals of Chinese New can be easily changed to fit the needs of older students. This website provides several links for further research on Chinese Dragons,...
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Handout
Encyclopedia of Earth

Encyclopedia of Earth: Hong Kong (China)

For Students 9th - 10th
The Encyclopedia of Earth provides an overview of Hong Kong (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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Lesson Plan
National Endowment for the Humanities

Neh: Edsit Ement: On the Road With Marco Polo: A Boy in 13th Century Venice

For Teachers 3rd - 6th
In this first lesson of an 8-lesson curriculum unit, students will learn about Marco Polo's experiences in Venice. The unit also includes worksheets and other student materials.
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Handout
The History Cat

The History Cat: The Silk Road

For Students 9th - 10th
Discover detailed information about the Silk Road, a network of trade routes that connected the East and West from China to the Mediterranean Sea. Read stories of wealthy merchants, deadly bandits, fabulous cities, ghosts and genies, and...
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Graphic
Princeton University

Princeton University Museum: Timeline and Map of China

For Students 9th - 10th
An interactive timeline and map demonstrating China's territorial boundaries from 4000 B.C. to the present.
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Website
Other

China Vista: The China Experience China Culture Index

For Students 9th - 10th
A comprehensive, bilingual website about various aspects of Chinese culture, including folk custom, arts and crafts, food and drinks, costumes, scripts and calligraphy, performing arts, ethnic groups, etc.
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Website
Other

Chinavista: The Great Wall, a Virtual Tour

For Students 9th - 10th
This sight provides historical information as well as pictures on the Great Wall of China in an online virtual tour.
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Website
Other

China Vista: Selected Chinese Myths and Fantasies

For Students 3rd - 8th
Because myths were not recorded, only fragments and short tales exist today. Here are a dozen or so of the most famous. You can also click to find out more about the history and features of Chinese mythology. (Click home to access...
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Handout
PBS

Pbs: Nature: Panda Bears

For Students Pre-K - 1st
What bear is considered China's national treasure? This site features a brief description of the life of a panda bear.
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Website
China State Council Information Office and the China International Publishing Group

Backgrounder: Nixon's 1972 "Ice Breaking" Visit to China

For Students 9th - 10th
This site discusses Nixon's 1972 visit to China and its lasting effects. There is a recent article reflecting on a significant historical event. Includes links to information about other presidents and their relationship with China.
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Article
Scientific American

Scientific American: China, the Olympics, and the Environment

For Students 9th - 10th
A collection of articles focusing on the environmental issues that existed in China before the 2008 Summer Olympics. Articles target in on air pollution, construction, and cultural issues.
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Handout
Then Again

Then Again: Web Chron: Marco Polo Travels in China

For Students 9th - 10th
Good overview of Marco Polo and his travels in China.
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Handout
Encyclopedia Britannica

Encyclopedia Britannica: Maoism

For Students 9th - 10th
An extremely brief discussion of Maoism from Britannica.com. It is considered an offshoot of Marxism, but nonetheless is a revolutionary method.
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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.
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Article
Other

Ifpri: Critical Choices for China's Agricultural Policy

For Students 9th - 10th
A short analysis published in May 1999 by International Food Policy Research Institute of China's agricultural policies since 1978 and what the future might hold for China in the area of farming and food supply.
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Lesson Plan
National Endowment for the Humanities

Neh: Edsit Ement: Animals of the Chinese New Year

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Intended for young students, this lesson plan on the symbolism, significance, and animals of Chinese New can be easily changed to fit the needs of older students. This website provides several links for further research on Chinese...
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Article
Khan Academy

Khan Academy: What Is Asia?

For Students 9th - 10th
"Asia" is a term invented by the Greeks and Romans, and developed by Western geographers to indicate the land mass east of the Ural Mountains and Ural River, together with offshore islands such as Japan and Java. Culturally, no "Asia"...
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Article
Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Terracotta Warriors From Mausoleum of First Qin Emperor of China

For Students 9th - 10th
The underground terracotta army found in the burial complex of Qin Shihuang reveals much about an ancient way of life. We gain a window of insight to the First Emperor's worldview and enduring influence.
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Handout
San Diego Zoo Global

San Diego Zoo: Kids: Giant Panda

For Students K - 1st
Colorful resource for learning fun facts about giant pandas with photographs as well as information regarding their physical characteristics, diet, and unique features.
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Focus on Cultural Interactions: Srivijaya Empire

For Students 9th - 10th
The resource from Khan Academy provides practice questions for world history, 600-1450 C.E. Students will learn about the cultural interactions that occurred in the Srivijaya Empire.
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Handout
Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Maonan

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the culture of the Maonan people of China. Explore topics such as their history, economy, past settlements, cultural values, religion, and sociopolitical organization.
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Handout
Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Tajik

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the culture of the Tajik people of China. Explore topics such as their history, economy, past settlements, cultural values, religion, and sociopolitical organization.
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Handout
Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Shui

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the culture of the Shui people of China. Explore topics such as their history, economy, past settlements, cultural values, religion, and sociopolitical organization.