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China and Its Neighbors: History and Its Influence, Part 1

Students use an interactive to explore an overview of Ancient Chinese history, with a specific emphasis on the First Emperor and his initiatives. Next, they learn about the Great Wall and its significance at different points in history. Then they make a timeline to represent this history. Finally, students learn about Genghis Khan and analyze his role in history.

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Overview:

In this experience, students use an interactive to explore an overview of Ancient Chinese history, with a specific emphasis on the First Emperor and his initiatives. Next, they learn about the Great Wall and its significance at different points in history. Then they make a timeline to represent this history. Finally, students learn about Genghis Khan and analyze his role in history.

Objectives:

Trace the development of the Chinese and Mongolian empires.
Explain the role of the Great Wall in the history of the region.
Analyze the impact of Genghis Khan and the Mongolian Empire.

Objectives:

Trace the development of the Chinese and Mongolian empires.
Explain the role of the Great Wall in the history of the region.
Analyze the impact of Genghis Khan and the Mongolian Empire.

Mongolian rider

Do a quick search to find a photo of one of the following festivals celebrated in Mongolia:

Khovsgol Ice Festival
Gobi Camel Festival
Nauryz Spring Festival
Naadam Festival
Golden Eagle Festival

Upload the image to the gallery below, and label it with the name of the festival.

What might you learn about the past from the Mongolian celebrations? What is the value of maintaining traditions?

Post your answer

Student answers will vary. As a class, discuss their ideas. Then ask them to come up with several questions about the history of the region that includes Mongolia and China.

When everyone is ready to continue, unlock the next scene.

The Complete List of Learning Experiences in East and Southeast Asia Unit.