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Become an instant expert on ancient China. Find motivational mini-lessons and the reference material you need to introduce students to the beginning of the world's oldest continuous civilization—ancient China.
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Eyewitness: Ancient China
Reading Level
Intermediate
Eyewitness: Ancient China is a spectacular and informative guide to the history of the great Chinese empire and the customs and traditions of its people. Stunning real-life photographs and lifelike models offer a unique "eyewitness" view of life in imperial China, from its earliest beginnings in the Bronze Age to its final days in the early years of the 20th century.

The Beginnings of Ancient China Mini-Lesson

Reading Level: Upper Elementary

Use this slideshow to introduce students to the beginning of the world's oldest continuous civilization—ancient China. In this mini-lesson, students will learn about the unification of ancient China in 221 B.C. under the Qin dynasty.

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