Ancient China: The Silk Road

This route stretched for thousands of miles, from Asia to Europe. But not only goods traveled along this road: new ideas and traditions did too.
Let´s get a glimpse of this pathway!

http://www.ducksters.com/history/china/silk_road.php

The Great Wall of China

A magnificent wall built to defend Chinese territory. Some people claim it can even be seen from the Moon. But is it true? Let's find out together!

Ancient China: The Teachings of Confucius

 

Hi kids! We will watch this video in class with some of the most important teachings of Confucius. Although he himself never wrote down any of his ideas, his students gathered a collection of his sayings after his death. These writings made up a philosophy, or system of beliefs and values, known as Confucianism.

 

A real treasure of wise ideas to think about...

Ancient China

Here is an interesting site we will be visiting on Monday to learn about Chinese beliefs. The family was the core of Chinese society, and ancestors were extremely important for Ancient Chinese people. But why was it so? Let's find it out together as we explore the site!

http://www.ancientchina.co.uk/tombs/home_set.HTML