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Asian studies Common Core RI.11-12.1 resources
Ancient India: Eightfold Path & Four Noble Truths: Buddhism Reading Activities
This lesson contains a skills guide on the Eightfold Path and the Four Noble Truths of Buddhism, from ancient India. It is a good opportunity for students to learn about the details of Buddhism, share their own opinions, and initiate a meaningful classroom discussion.Updated November 2023 to include a Power Point!--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!$$ Money-Saving BundlesAncient India Unit - Bundle of 25 LessonsAncient
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Grades:
6th - 12th
Also included in:Â Ancient India Unit: Bundle of 25 Lessons: Reading Passages + Activities
The Inventions of Ancient China: Making Inferences: Reading Passages + Activity
In this lesson students are introduced to the numerous inventions to originate in ancient China (including gunpowder, the wheelbarrow, the calendar, and many others). Students will make their own inferences to determine the importance of these inventions (then and now) and will be expected to relate it to our current modern era, and how these technologies have made life easier throughout history.--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle?
Grades:
6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Ancient China Unit: Bundle of 24 Lessons: Reading Passages + Activities
The Terra Cotta Warriors of Ancient China: Reading Passages + Comprehension
Students will be able to identify who the Terra Cotta Warriors of Ancient China, and why they were created by Emperor Qin to defend him in the afterlife. Students will be able to make predictions based on visuals, listen and take notes, and also determine the importance of the information they have heard.Updated November 2023 to include a Power Point!--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!$$ Money-Saving BundlesAncient Chi
Grades:
6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Ancient China Unit: Bundle of 24 Lessons: Reading Passages + Activities
Ancient India Test - Hinduism, Buddhism, Geography, Beliefs
This is a comprehensive test that includes material on Hinduism, Buddhism, the Caste System, Geography, the Taj Mahal, the Eightfold Path and one Hindu story with multiple choice questions.--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!$$ Money-Saving BundlesAncient India Unit - Bundle of 25 LessonsAncient India and Ancient China Units - Bundle of 48 LessonsAncient India Mini-Unit: Gandhi, Taj Mahal, Ganges River, Geography, Hanum
Grades:
6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Ancient India Unit: Bundle of 25 Lessons: Reading Passages + Activities
Kublai Khan & the Yuan Dynasty Reading - Ibn Battuta & Marco Polo Primary Docs
The first item is a one-page reading thatcovers the major information from the Yuan Dynasty and the life of Kublai Khan. It discusses the Mongol invasion, the collapse of the Song, theMongol administration, Pax Mongolica, Marco Polo, Ibn Battuta, and the failed invasions of Japan and Vietnam. There are 4 questions at the end and 6 vocabulary terms. It is a document, so you can make changes to fit your classroom needs. An answer key is provided.The second is a two page reading discussing Ibn
Grades:
7th - 12th
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Confucianism in Ancient China: Reading Passages + Comprehension Activities
In this lesson students will be able to identify the influence Confucius had on ancient China analyze what rules people had to follow under Confucianism. Also, students will respond to the text by reflecting on the set of beliefs they analyzed in class.Updated November 2023 to include a Power Point!--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!$$ Money-Saving BundlesAncient China Mini-Unit: Inventions, Pictographs, Marco Polo, Je
Grades:
6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Ancient China Unit: Bundle of 24 Lessons: Reading Passages + Activities
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!!$$
Grades:
6th - 12th
Types:
Also included in:Â Ancient India Unit: Bundle of 25 Lessons: Reading Passages + Activities
The Geography of Ancient China: Inner & Outer China: Reading Passages, Activity
In this lesson students will be able to identify where people in ancient China settled by looking at the map of ancient China and analyzing at the geographical conditions and determining if people could settle there. Students will also make connections to ancient India and its geography to introduce ancient China.Updated January 2024 to include a PDF version!Updated November 2023 to include a Power Point!--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving)
Grades:
6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Ancient China Unit: Bundle of 24 Lessons: Reading Passages + Activities
The Mughal Empire in Ancient India: Jahar & Babur: Reading Passages + Activities
Students will be able to analyze two emperors in ancient India who ruled under the Mughal Empire and compare and contrast them with each other. The students will also look at this reading and videos to determine why and how the Mughals took over India.--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!$$ Money-Saving BundlesAncient India Unit - Bundle of 25 LessonsAncient India and Ancient China Units - Bundle of 48 LessonsAncient Ind
Grades:
6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Ancient India Unit: Bundle of 25 Lessons: Reading Passages + Activities
Taoism in Ancient China: Reading Passages + Comprehension Activities
In this lesson students will be able to identify what are some Taoist beliefs and what they consists of. They will also be able to relate these beliefs to their own. Students will reflect by expressing their own opinions on this, and sharing their thoughts amongst their classmates.--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!$$ Money-Saving BundlesAncient China Mini-Unit: Inventions, Pictographs, Marco Polo, Jeopardy, etc.Ancie
Grades:
6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Ancient China Unit: Bundle of 24 Lessons: Reading Passages + Activities
Martial Arts in Ancient China: Reading Passages + Comprehension Activities
Students will explore the origins of the martial arts in ancient China. Students will read about the how martial arts (specifically Kung-Fu) were introduced in ancient China, and how they became an integral part of China's culture, as well as the predominant way to strengthen one's body and more importantly, their mind.Updated November 2023 to include a Power Point!--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!$$ Money-Saving Bun
Grades:
6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Ancient China Unit: Bundle of 24 Lessons: Reading Passages + Activities
Inventions of Ancient China: Reading Passages + Comprehension Activities
In this lesson students will be able to make view a series of pictures and make predictions for what each tool/invention was used for in ancient China. Students will also learned about the advancements made by the ancient Chinese in farming, medicine, communication, weapons and calculations. Students will then revisit the images from earlier and match them up with the proper category they fall under.Updated November 2023 to include a Power Point!--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units
Grades:
6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Ancient China Unit: Bundle of 24 Lessons: Reading Passages + Activities
Introduction to Sikhism in Ancient India: Reading Passages + Comprehension
Students will learn about the fundamental beliefs and principles behind Sikhism. The students will learn what the moral of a story is in each of the three Sikh stories and will provide evidence for why they think that is the main lesson of the story.--> 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
Grades:
6th - 12th
Also included in:Â Ancient India Unit: Bundle of 25 Lessons: Reading Passages + Activities
Sikh Traditional Stories Pack B, Sikhism Worksheets
Engage learners and foster a profound respect and understanding of Sikhism through this collection of four pivotal traditional Sikh stories, which illuminate the roots and core principles of the Sikh faith. Pack BIncluded in this Pack B are the following four traditional Sikh stories:1) "The Test of Humility: Guru Amar Das Chooses His Successor." It portrays the qualities of humility, hard work, and devotion demonstrated by Jetha, who later became Guru Ram Das, the fourth Sikh Guru.2) "The Birth
Grades:
6th - 11th
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Also included in:Â Sikhism Reading Worksheets BUNDLE
Ancient China Unit: Bundle of 24 Lessons: Reading Passages + Activities
This Ancient China Unit is a collection of 23 lessons, which are:1) Ancient China Anticipation Chart2) Ancient China Crossword Puzzle (with answer key)3) Chang Chien and His Journeys to the West (and the Silk Road)4) Creating Chinese Pictograph Scrolls5) Experiencing Confucianism - Confucius' Teachings in Ancient China6) Experiencing Taoism in Ancient China7) Feudalism in Ancient China8) Inventions of Ancient China9) Jeopardy for Ancient China (with answer key)10) Life in China Today11) Marco Po
Grades:
6th - 10th
Plot and Story Arc in Ancient Chinese Stories: China Reading Passages, Activity
In this lesson students will read two stories that originated in ancient China. Throughout the stories, students will be expected to make inferences, identify the point of view of the narrator, identify character traits and determine the moral of the story. After completing this, students will plot the different events of each story on a plot/story arc, corresponding each event to its proper place (introduction, rising action, climax, falling action and resolution).--> Want all of my ancient
Grades:
6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Ancient China Unit: Bundle of 24 Lessons: Reading Passages + Activities
Ancient India Hinduism Anticipation Chart Activity
Students will be exposed to some of the major beliefs of Hinduism, and also have the opportunity to respond with their own opinions. An excellent way to introduce students to Hinduism, and start a very productive discussion.--> 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 Mini-Unit: Gandhi, Taj Ma
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Grades:
6th - 12th
Also included in:Â Ancient India Unit: Bundle of 25 Lessons: Reading Passages + Activities
Experiencing Confucianism: Confucius Teachings in Ancient China: Reading Passage
In this lesson SWBAT will experience what it was like to live under Confucius's belief. Students will experience what it was like through role-playing. At the end of the lesson students will reflect upon the activity they completed and will answer the Do Now to check for learning.--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!$$ Money-Saving BundlesAncient China Mini-Unit: Inventions, Pictographs, Marco Polo, Jeopardy, etc.Ancient
Grades:
6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Ancient China Unit: Bundle of 24 Lessons: Reading Passages + Activities
Plot & Elements of a Story in Sikh Stories: Sikhism Reading Passages, Activities
Students will analyze the elements of a story by reading a Sikh story. The student will then take its parts and create their own story around a personal belief they have. The students will put this belief in their story using their understanding of a moral and will build this story around this moral.--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!$$ Money-Saving BundlesAncient India Unit - Bundle of 25 LessonsAncient India and Anci
Grades:
6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Ancient India Unit: Bundle of 25 Lessons: Reading Passages + Activities
The Song Dynasty One Page Reading with Questions & Terms: Print and Digital
This one-page reading covers the basic information on the Song Dynasty for a World History course. It discusses their rise to power, the two periods, champa rice, paper money, foot binding, art and poetry, pagodas, gentry, and the Mongol invasion. There are 4 questions at the end and a list of 6 vocabulary words for the students to finish. Answer key included. This is a document, so the questions can be changed to fit the needs of your classroom.Multiple Editable Formats: I have it in multip
Grades:
7th - 12th
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CCSS:
DBQ: Opium and the Anglo-Chinese Wars, 1839-1842 and 1856-1860
Students will formulate an argument defending, attacking, or qualifying the statement that the British wars in China during the late 17th century were justified by commercial interests and expansionism. Students will use primary and secondary documents provided in the lesson to locate evidence that supports their position. Identification of the perspectives of the documents' authors are also highlighted in the lesson.
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Grades:
11th - 12th
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Socratic Seminar-- Comparing Daoism and American Trancendentalism
Students will prepare for a socratic seminar in which they compare and contrast Chinese Daoist and American Transcendentalist philosophies and texts.
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Grades:
11th - 12th
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