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eBook
Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Mit: Internet Classics Archive: Works by Confucius

For Students 9th - 10th
This collection includes text of three of Confucius' most famous works: The Analects, The Doctrine of the Mean, and The Great Learning.
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Handout
Scholastic

Scholastic: Confucianism

For Students 9th - 10th
Peruse this general history of the philosophy of Confucianism.
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Activity
Constitutional Rights Foundation

Constitutional Rights Foundation: The Development of Confucianism in Ancient China

For Students 9th - 10th
Comprehensive learning activity on Confucianism in Ancient China. Students survey the work of Confucius as they examine ideas of other philosphers throughout the ages for comparison and analysis. Includes activity for individual and...
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Handout
Stanford University

Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy: Confucius

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This Stanford University encyclopedia entry discusses Confucius (551-479 BCE), who, according to Chinese tradition, was a thinker, political figure, educator, and founder of the Ru School of Chinese thought.
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Unit Plan
TED Talks

Ted: Ted Ed: Who Was Confucius?

For Students 9th - 10th
Most people recognize Confucius' name and know that he is famous for having said something. Bryan W. Van Norden reveals the man behind the mystery. [4:29]
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Lesson Plan
Alabama Learning Exchange

Alex: Confucius Changes China

For Teachers 6th - 8th
In this lesson students analyze Confucianism and its effect on conflicts in China. Students will evaluate an excerpt from The Analects of Confucius to realize the usefulness of Confucius' teachings and create an original cartoon using...
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Activity
Read Works

Read Works: China Today: Confucius

For Teachers 3rd
[Free Registration/Login Required] A biographical text about Confucius. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
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My Hero Project

My Hero: Philosopher Hero: Confucius

For Students 9th - 10th
A biography of the Chinese philosopher, Confucius.
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My Hero Project

My Hero: Confucius

For Students 3rd - 8th
Read about the father of Confucianism and learn some of his popular sayings. This article includes a picture of a Confucian Temple in Taiwan as well as related links to further information on Confucius and his teachings.