Topics: History, to 1800: China >> 1000-300 BCE (Shang & Zhou Dynasties)

Early China and the Shang Dynasty
Introduction to Early China and the Shang Dynasty [Key Points]
Unit for teachers highlighting the key points for teaching about early China and the Shang Dynasty.

China's Bronze Age [Reading]
A reproduction of the teacher's guide and student's reading to an exhibit at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City that offers a good overview of the Bronze Age in China. Useful on its own or as an addition to a museum field trip.

The Chinese Language [Reading/Activity]
An overview of the Chinese language, both spoken and written. Unit includes the following:
~ an introductory reading for teachers
~ a pronunciation guide to Chinese
~ a reading about the history, pronunciation, and writing system of the Chinese language
~ a translation exercise

The Zhou Dynasty and the Age of Confucius
Introduction to the Zhou Dynasty and the Age of Confucius [Key Points]
Teacher's unit highlighting key points for teaching about the Zhou Dynasty and the age of Confucius.

Multimedia Files Confucian Teaching [Audio/Video/Text]
This video unit on Confucian teachings focuses on the three essential values on which Conficianism rests: filial piety, humaneness, and ritual. Featuring Columbia University professors Irene Bloom, Wm. Theodore de Bary, and Myron Cohen, and Asia Society President Emeritus Robert Oxnam.
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Multimedia FilesThe Confucian Tradition [Audio/Video/Text]
A video unit on Confucius and the influence of his teachings. Featuring Columbia University professors Irene Bloom and Wm. Theodore de Bary, and Asia Society President Emeritus Robert Oxnam.
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Primary SourcesConfucian Thought [Reading]
An overview of Confucian Thought. Unit includes the following:
~ introduction for teachers (covering the historical context of Confucian thought)
~ students' introduction to The Analects: "What Did Confucius Say?"
~ primary-source reading: •
~ discussion questions

 
for students includes teacher's note multimedia unit
primary source reading general reading includes art
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