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Kids learn about the history of Ancient China. Educational articles for teachers, students, and schools including the culture, art, religions, clothing, geography, empire, government, daily life, people, and dynasties of Ancient China.
Read ancient stories like Nian the Monster, Wang the Peddler, and Loawnu the Wise. Discover how paper was invented. Learn about Taoism and the Ugly Duckling. Walk the Great Wall of China. Travel and trade along the dangerous Silk Road! Meet magical creatures. Guess the meaning of two ancient Chinese fables.
- The People of Ancient China
- Creating The Silk Road
- The Mongols and The Great Wall of China
Ancient China was rich in art, culture, and religious beliefs. These played a big part in their way of life and their view of how things should be done. There were three major religions that affected their philosophies: Buddhism, Taoism, and Confucianism. The heart of many of their beliefs was the respect of nature as a living thing. They were enco...
Silk was a highly valued product that the Chinese had perfected. Many other countries were willing to travel long distances and pay a lot of money for the beautiful silk fabrics. Traders in the Middle East and Europe eventually created a network of routes used for trading that connected China with their countries. This was known as the “Silk Road” ...
The Mongols were the largest enemy of the Chinese people. They lived in the northern portion of the continent and were known for their exceptional horsemanship. These tribes would attack various Chinese villages, stealing everything in their invasion. There was a short period of Chinese history where the Mongols succeeded in taking over China and e...
Gain instant access to this beautifully designed Unit on Ancient China, where kids will learn all about The Chinese Dynasties, Ancient Chinese Society, Legacies of Ancient China, The Great Wall, and more. Access 3 different reading levels perfect for Grades 3-8. Written by subject experts, aligns with standards.
History >> Ancient China. The Ancient Chinese were famous for their inventions and technology. Many of their inventions had lasting impact on the entire world. Other inventions led to great feats of engineering like the Grand Canal and the Great Wall of China. Chinese Rocket by NASA.
Ancient China was built along the two main rivers—first the Yellow River (Huang He) in the north, and later the Yangtze in the south. China is one of the oldest civilizations. Records of the Grand Historian (ca. 100 BC) and Bamboo Annals emphasized the existence of Xia Dynasty before the Shang dynasty. The Xia dynasty:
Kids learn about the daily life in Ancient China including jobs, food, life in the city, family, and school.
