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Country Studies US

Country Studies: China

For Students 9th - 10th
Very detailed look at the country of China. Find information ranging from the ancient dynasties to present day.
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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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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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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.
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Other

Cnto: About China

For Students 9th - 10th
In-depth, interactive look into many aspects of China. China's geography, history, population, and more are covered.
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Other

The State Council: The People's Republic of China

For Students 9th - 10th
Welcome to the official government website of the Central People's Government of The People's Republic of China! This detailed and current site offers facts about a variety of topics including government structure and politics, business,...
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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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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.
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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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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.
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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...
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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...
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Website
Other

E Beijing

For Students 9th - 10th
At eBeijing, the official portal of the municipal government of Beijing, find information about city government, the history of Beijing, local cuisine, famous city landmarks, and similar topics. Also find the latest news from China's...
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Interactive
PBS

Pbs Learning Media: Where in China Is...?: The Story of China

For Students 9th - 10th
Play this mapping game with your students to test their knowledge of China. Players start this game with 5000 miles and lose 500 miles for every incorrect answer. The challenge is to get to Shanghai before running out of miles.
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Article
Scholastic

Scholastic News: China's New President

For Students 3rd - 8th
This article provides an introduction to China's political system, including how leaders are selected.
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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.
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Latimer Clarke Corporation

Atlapedia Online: China

For Students 9th - 10th
A great resource for facts about China. This site is organized into several sections including "Location & Geography," "Climate," "People," "Demographic/Vital Statistics," "Religions," "Languages," "Education," and "Modern History -...
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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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PBS

Pbs Teachers: China u.s. Quiz: Test Your China Iq

For Students 9th - 10th
Test your knowledge of Chinese and U.S. geography, government, and economics with this 13-question interactive quiz. Discover which country outdoes the other in military strength, consumer health and spending, and other similar categories.
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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.
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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...
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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.
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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.
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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.