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Chinese Idioms Calligraphy Page

joakman2016-05-16T22:45:29-04:00

Chinese Idioms Calligraphy Page

This is just something I cooked up quickly during our group's China unit several years ago.  I can't find the original digital file so I just scanned a copy of the paper I had handed out in class.  If I can find the digital file I'll...

By joakmanAncient China, History/Social Studies
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Chinese Paper Lantern Project

joakman2016-05-11T10:31:38-04:00

Chinese Paper Lantern Project

Purpose of activity:

To appreciate one of the traditional crafts of China

Target age group:

Any age

Description of activity:

Make a better-than-average Chinese lantern.  (I looked at lots helpful suggestions online for making paper lanterns with kids, declared them all wimpy, then made my own design.)  Hopefully the finished product...

By joakmanAncient China, History/Social Studies
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China Map Project

joakman2016-05-11T10:24:34-04:00

China Map Project

Purpose of activity:

An introduction to the geography of China

Target age group:

Ages 9-13, but can be used with younger if they have help.

Description of activity:

There are two layers.  The bottom is a colored map with cities and geographical site labeled.  The top layer is a clear transparency...

By joakmanAncient China, Geography & Maps, History/Social Studies
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Ancient Chinese History Song

joakman2019-11-04T10:19:46-05:00

Ancient Chinese History Song

Click here for the sound track. Click here for a "karaoke" version of the sound track (no vocals)

Chorus:

China, O China, dragons guard your ancient cities, Middle Kingdom ruled by emperors and dynasties. ----------------------------------------------------- At the time of Abraham, Xia people...

By joakmanAncient China, History/Social Studies
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