Curated OER
Lesson: From the Horse's Mouth
Kids turn a critical eye on a wooden horse that was carved in ancient China. They analyze the horse as far as its purpose, historical significance, and artistic style, then write a story from the horse's perspective.
Curated OER
China Overview: A Brief History of Chinese Dynasties
Sometimes all you need is a quick reminder and a brief outline to help put information in order. Present your class with an outline of the major accomplishments, individuals, and culture that marked each of China's ten Dynasties. This is...
Curated OER
Han Emperors in China
History can be so dramatic! Expose your class to the rise and fall of the Han Dynasty in China. The 400 year span of this Dynasty is covered in an easy to follow format, great for promoting food. Note test taking skills. Students will...
Curated OER
Imperial China: Qin to Ming Dynasties
Looking for a way to supplement a unit on ancient China or world cultures? Look no further than this presentation, which combines rich information with entertaining pictures of Chinese artifacts. China's glorious dynasties provide a...
Curated OER
The Han Emperors and the Silk Road
In this online interactive history worksheet, students respond to 10 multiple choice questions regarding the Han Dynasty of China and the Silk Road. Students may check their answers immediately.
University of California
Uc Berkeley Art Museum's Online Guide for Kids
This student-friendly tour of the UC Berkeley Art Museum features fun online activities and a tutorial on how to read a museum label.
Other
Silicon Valley Art Museum: China's Han Dynasty Artifacts
See treasures from a Han dynasty tomb (206 BC to AD 24) exhibited at the Silicon Valley Art Museum. Delightful reproductions of ceramic and bronze vessels and figurines pepper the site. Informative notes discuss both the technology used...
Metropolitan Museum of Art
Metropolitan Museum of Art: Han Dynasty (206 b.c. 220 a.d.)
The Metropolitan Museum of Art provides this informative page on the art of the Han dynasty from 206 B.C. to 220 A.D. With information and pictures this in a nice resource for study.
Stanford University
Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy: Confucius
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.
The Field Museum
Field Museum: Exhibits: Splendors of China's Forbidden City: Emperor Qianlong
Artifacts reveal much about the Forbidden City, buried deep inside Beijing, and the life and reign of Chinese Emperor Qianlong, born in the Forbidden City and ruler from the mid- to late-eighteenth century. An online companion to a past...
Other
Silk Road Foundation: Silk Road Chronology
This site contains a timeline of the silk road. Links are provided for the more important events that occurred.
Then Again
Then Again: Web Chron: Emperor Wu Ti
An account of the emperor Wu-ti of the Han Dynasty. Includes his military campaigns, bureaucracy, and Confucian thought.
Other
Logoi.com: Chinese Bronzes
This site from Logoi.com contains information on the ancient Chinese Bronzes. This site focuses on the meaning and the explanation behind the ritual bronzes, and it also provides pictures. Definitely a site worthy of checking out.
Minneapolis Institute of Arts
Mia: History and Maps: Han Dynasty
This site shows a map of the land the Han Dynasty controlled. The capital cities are indicated as is the Great Wall.
Schools of California Online Resources for Education
Score: Ca Online Resources for Education: In Celebration of the Silk Road
A WebQuest that explores the Silk Road and its history.
Other
Ken Farshtey: Change From River Valleys to Classic Civilizations [Pdf]
This slide presentation provides an in-depth look at the Indian, Chinese and Mediterranean world's development from river valleys into classic civilizations. Early river valleys and classic civilizations are described on a broad spectrum...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Funeral Banner of Lady Dai (Xin Zhui)
The elite men and women of the Han dynasty enjoyed an opulent lifestyle that could stretch into the afterlife. Today, the well-furnished tombs of the elite give us a glimpse of the luxurious goods they treasured and enjoyed. Take a look...
University of Maryland
University of Maryland: First Imperial Period
A brief description of the Qin and Han Dynasties, the Silk Road, and the fall of the Han Dynasty.
Other
Jefferson County Schools: Fall of the Han Dynasty
Read here about the social, political, intellectual, economic and scientific developments that led to the fall of China's Han Dynasty.
Other
An Eye on China's Past
Many images and artifacts from the Han Dynasty can be found on this site. Each image is accompanied by a short description.
Other
Noobtrucker99's Blog: The Causes of the Collapse of the Mighty Han Dynasty
Read here about the decline and fall of China's mighty Han Dynasty.
City University of New York
Brooklyn College: Ban Zhao
Article provides a brief description of China's first female historian and her writings and her life. Provides informations about her teachings and philosophies.
Exploring Ancient World Cultures
Exploring Ancient World Cultures: China Chronology
The site from the University of Evansville lists all time periods in ancient Chinese history and gives a brief description and link to that time period.
Other
Totally History: End of the Han Dynasty
The Han Dynasty contributed a great deal to making China what it is today. For over 200 years the Hans ruled, creating a certain culture and civilization. Read here about the reasons for the fall of this mighty Dynasty.