China

China
ISBN-10
0590769871
ISBN-13
9780590769877
Series
China
Category
China
Pages
96
Language
English
Published
1999
Publisher
Scholastic Inc.
Authors
Stanlee Brimberg, Diana Granat, Diana Seglin Granat

Description

A complete resource filled with background Information, primary sources, hands-on activities, art projects, maps, reproducibles, and much more, this comprehensive curriculum unit, written by teachers from the acclaimed Bank Street School for Children, is packed with activities that cover Chinese history, geography, philosophy, language, religion, and art. Projects include Designing a Dynasty Chart, Exploring China by Sampan Boat, and Painting Scroll Landscapes. Grades 4-8.

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