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Asian studies activities for Microsoft Word
Ancient China Unit: PPT, Test, Readings, Activities, Projects: Print & Digital
This is my complete unit on Ancient China from the Yellow River Civilization through the fall of the Han Dynasty. It covers the geography of China, the Yellow River Civilization, the Xia, Shang, Zhou, Qin, and Han Dynasties. It also covers Confucianism, Legalism, and Daoism, the Great Wall the Terracotta Army, and the main rulers. There are more materials in this bundle than you will most likely be able to use based on time. So pick what you need! Everything can be edited as they are all Wo
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8th - 12th
The Inventions of Ancient China: Making Inferences: Reading Passages + Activity
In this lesson students are introduced to the numerous inventions to originate in ancient China (including gunpowder, the wheelbarrow, the calendar, and many others). Students will make their own inferences to determine the importance of these inventions (then and now) and will be expected to relate it to our current modern era, and how these technologies have made life easier throughout history.--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle?
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6th - 12th
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Also included in: Ancient China Unit: Bundle of 24 Lessons: Reading Passages + Activities
Fill in the blank China map
Fill in the blank China map that has students locate and fill in ten geographic features from ancient China. This assignment correlates with TN 6th grade social studies standards. This is made in Microsoft word and is fully editable, there is an answer key provided along with a modified version where students only have to fill in five of the features. I also have another map of China where the features are already labeled students just have to identify them, I use that map for some of my differe
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6th
Virtual Field Trip to Southwest Asia and North Africa
Send your students on a virtual field trip to some of the most interesting places in SW Asia and N. Africa using Google Earth! I use these at the beginning of my social studies units to help generate interest in the area we will be studying. I usually upload the assignment into Google Classroom, then let them start exploring. Most of the info is right there in Google Earth, but occasionally, they may need to use additional internet resources to learn more. Happy exploring!
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5th - 6th
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Ancient India: The Caste System Activity
Have your students learn about the Caste System in India from a historical and MODERN DAY perspective!This lesson combines history with REAL WORLD learning to show students that HISTORY MATTERS! Have your students do an introductory image paired reading that explains what the caste system is and how it began. Then move on to a GROUP WORK activity where students read a FASCINATING NONFICTION ARTICLE that shows how the caste system still affects India today! Your students will be STUNNED and INT
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7th - 12th
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Japan/Samurai/Feudal System History Mystery Lesson with Worksheet
DO SOMETHING DIFFERENT IN CLASS TODAY! How about teaching content AND solve a crime? A murder has been committed. As students sift through the clues they are going to role play within the content you are teaching. This murder mystery is set in Japan and Lord Hu has been killed! Samurai's, Emperor's, Shogun's and Peasants were involved. Use it to teach the Feudal System and other aspects of Asian culture. Can be used for World History, Geography or Government. Check out the preview to get an
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9th - 12th
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Asia Mapping Activity
This product is a mapping activity on the continent of Asia; including the regions of Monsoon Asia, Southwest/Central Asia and Middle East. Students will label and color 42 different Asian Nations as well as draw and label major physical features. When students have completed the map they will then answer 13 questions based on their map.This product also contains two blackline political maps of Asia. I typically make the map a 11x17 making it easier for students to label countries and physical f
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6th - 12th
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Also included in: Geography Mapping Activities BUNDLE
East Asia Map
A map activity where students label important physical features and urban centers of East Asia. There is also a chart and 4 questions focused on the importance and effects of East Asian geography.
Students label the following:
China
Great Wall of China
Yellow Sea
Tibetan Plateau
Chang Jiang River
North China Plain
Himalaya Mountains
Huang He River
Gobi Desert
Hong Kong
Beijing
Kunlun Mountains
Japan
Tokyo
Sea of Japan
Kanto Plain
No. Korea
So. Korea
Seoul
Taiwan
Taipei
Nepal
Mt. Everest
India
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6th - 9th
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The Silk Road Reading and Questions
Once you've taught the Qin Dynasty you need to teach the Han, and you can't teach the Han without discussing the Silk Road, the trade route that stretched from China to the Mediterranean.
The exit card comes with a discussion question which has students analyze the differences between the economic systems of the Qin and the Han.
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5th - 9th
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Mulan Movie Worksheet
This product is based on the Disney Animated Film Mulan.Includes20 Multiple-Choice QuestionsAnswer Key Included
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2nd - 12th
Global 1: The Ming Dynasty
Packet includes comprehensive yet compact paragraphs summarizing key data. Worksheet includes space for students to write their answers right on the page. Each worksheet is complete with images for visual learners and multiple reading comprehension questions.
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9th - 10th
Also included in: Global 1: Complete Curriculum
Islamic Empire Achievements
Introduce students to the rise of the Islamic empire with an overview of the spread of Islam, religious tolerance, and the golden age. For the activity, students travel to different stations to learn about the achievements of the Islamic Empire. The stations include architecture, medicine, art, and math/science.Finally, students use the information from the documents to have a discussion about what achievement they think was the most significant to global history and the world.
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9th
Buddhism Art Activity for Students
Students engage in the Buddhist Prayer Flags Art Activity to help learn and remember important facts about Buddhism. This activity adds an interesting element to learning about a new religion. The complexity of the material can be adjusted to meet a broad cross section of student grade levels.
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6th - 12th
Shinto & Buddhism in Japan
The assignment contains 28 questions about the beliefs of Shintoism and Japanese Buddhism (Zen Buddhism). Students will answer the questions using kid-friendly websites and video clips. The two video clips are 4 minutes and 3 minutes, respectively. I have included an answer key. Please message me if you have any questions. ⭐ Engaging!⭐ No textbook required⭐ Editable Word Document⭐ The document can be uploaded to your website or Google Drive; please make sure, however, that it is password protect
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6th - 10th
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Mongols/Silk Road Lesson Activity - Map of Marco Polo's Travels with Analysis
This lesson activity connects analysis of the Silk Road with the travels of Marco Polo during the rule of the Mongols over Asia.
Students receive a map of Marco Polo's travels, a map of the Mongol Empire, and questions for analysis.
This activity provides a springboard for a discussion of the Pax Mongolica (Mongol Peace) and the benefits of trade during this era.
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6th - 12th
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WWII Mapping Activity: Pacific Theaters
The WWII Map Activity Worksheet includes just the Pacific Theater. This WWII Map Activity includes explicit instructions on how to complete the maps as well as questions based on the map along with knowledge based questions about WWII.Students will label and color different aspects of WWII such as; cities, seas, major battles, shade areas for the Axis and Allies. This mapping activity includes 9 questions that test's students' map and critical thinking skills. There is also primary sources askin
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6th - 12th
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Also included in: Historical Mapping Activities BUNDLE
Text Features of Informational Articles About Modern Day India: Reading Passages
This lesson is a contains several short informational articles about India today. The articles are all high interest (monsoons, worlds hottest chili pepper, UFO spotted in India). Using these articles and the accompanied graphic organizers, students will identify and analyze the different text features of these articles and the purpose end effectiveness to which they have been used.--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!$$
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6th - 12th
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Also included in: Ancient India Unit: Bundle of 25 Lessons: Reading Passages + Activities
Monsoon Asia Interactive Mapping Activity
This product is a set of 40 questions that has the students answer questions about South, East and Southeast Asia. The students will answer questions over political, physical, climate, population and land use/resource maps. The students will also have to use multiple maps to answers several questions. This product can be used as an individual assignment, partner/group work or in stations.Check out the preview to see the product.Thanks for stopping by.Other Mapping Activities you may like: Phy
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6th - 12th
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Also included in: Geography Mapping Activities BUNDLE
Iranian Revolution DBQ
Introduce students to Iran with the impact of the Shah and how it upset the conservative clergy, including Ayatollah Khomeini, and ultimately led to the Iran Revolution. Students also read about the power of Iran as a member of OPEC. For the DBQ, Students read a variety of documents to learn about the Shah and impact of Khomeini after the revolution. The documents include two secondary sources, two political cartoons, a quote from the Quran, and a quote from Kohmeini. Students use the documents
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10th
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The Spread of Buddhism: Beliefs of India & China: Reading Passages + Activities
In this lesson, students will be able to identify how the teachings of Buddha spread throughout the world and its impact. Included in the lesson are a map and images, as well as primary and secondary sources for students to respond in writing to.--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!$$ Money-Saving BundlesAncient India Unit - Bundle of 25 LessonsAncient India and Ancient China Units - Bundle of 48 LessonsAncient India Min
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6th - 10th
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Also included in: Ancient India Unit: Bundle of 25 Lessons: Reading Passages + Activities
Mongol Empire Research Project
This resource features a list of many of the key aspects of the Mongols & their Empire. Task: Students will build a PowerPoint/ Google Slides presentation based off of the listed topics which follows the rubric attached. Requirements: internet access or a computer lab for research purposes. Many of my student loved this and found it to be a fun and exciting thing to do to take ownership of their education.
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7th - 12th
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Samurai Medieval Japan
The assignment contains 32 questions about the role of the samurai in Japanese society. Students will use a kid-friendly website to answer 27 questions and a 3-minute video clip to answer 5 questions. I have included an answer key. Please message me if you have any questions. ⭐ Engaging!⭐ No textbook required⭐ Editable Word Document⭐ The document can be uploaded to your website or Google Drive; please make sure, however, that it is password protected.Topics/Key Vocabulary: Samurai swords Becomin
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6th - 10th
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Life in China Today: Reading Passages + Comprehension Activities
In this lesson, students will explore what life in China. This includes certain customs, the language that is spoken, a typical day in the life of a student, geography and fast facts about China. This lesson includes a writing prompt, graphic organizers, multiple choice and room for student written responses.--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!$$ Money-Saving BundlesAncient China Mini-Unit: Inventions, Pictographs, Marc
Grades:
6th - 12th
Also included in: Ancient China Unit: Bundle of 24 Lessons: Reading Passages + Activities
Vietnam War Research Project
This resource features a list of many of the key aspects of the Vietnam War. Task: Students will build a PowerPoint/ Google Slides presentation based off of the listed topics which follows the rubric attached. Requirements: internet access or a computer lab for research purposes. Many of my student loved this and found it to be a fun and exciting thing to do to take ownership of their education.
Grades:
7th - 12th
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