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Asian studies Common Core RH.11-12.3 handouts
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!!$$ Money-Saving BundlesAncient India Unit - Bundle of 25 LessonsAncient
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6th - 12th
Also included in:Â Ancient India Unit: Bundle of 25 Lessons: Reading Passages + Activities
The Inventions of Ancient China: Making Inferences: Reading Passages + Activity
In this lesson students are introduced to the numerous inventions to originate in ancient China (including gunpowder, the wheelbarrow, the calendar, and many others). Students will make their own inferences to determine the importance of these inventions (then and now) and will be expected to relate it to our current modern era, and how these technologies have made life easier throughout history.--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle?
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6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Ancient China Unit: Bundle of 24 Lessons: Reading Passages + Activities
The Terra Cotta Warriors of Ancient China: Reading Passages + Comprehension
Students will be able to identify who the Terra Cotta Warriors of Ancient China, and why they were created by Emperor Qin to defend him in the afterlife. Students will be able to make predictions based on visuals, listen and take notes, and also determine the importance of the information they have heard.Updated November 2023 to include a Power Point!--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!$$ Money-Saving BundlesAncient Chi
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6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Ancient China Unit: Bundle of 24 Lessons: Reading Passages + Activities
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Critical Thinking Activity [CTA] - Bushido Code!
PDF - Critical Thinking Activity [CTA] - Which aspects of the Bushido Code should be omitted if the code were around today? [Immerse your students in a CTA experience like no other! Critical Thinking Questions throughout guide students on a self-paced packet of discovery toward understanding the Bushido Code of Feudal Japanese samurai and shoguns! Students work on primary and secondary source analysis and hone their deductive skills. Get students "hooked" with a reading on feudal Japan and the B
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6th - 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!!$$ Money-Saving BundlesAncient China Mini-Unit: Inventions, Pictographs, Marco Polo, Je
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6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Ancient China Unit: Bundle of 24 Lessons: Reading Passages + Activities
Text Features of Informational Articles About Modern Day India: Reading Passages
This lesson is a contains several short informational articles about India today. The articles are all high interest (monsoons, worlds hottest chili pepper, UFO spotted in India). Using these articles and the accompanied graphic organizers, students will identify and analyze the different text features of these articles and the purpose end effectiveness to which they have been used.--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!$$
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6th - 12th
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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)
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6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Ancient China Unit: Bundle of 24 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!!$$ Money-Saving BundlesAncient China Mini-Unit: Inventions, Pictographs, Marco Polo, Jeopardy, etc.Ancie
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6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Ancient China Unit: Bundle of 24 Lessons: Reading Passages + Activities
Inventions of Ancient China: Reading Passages + Comprehension Activities
In this lesson students will be able to make view a series of pictures and make predictions for what each tool/invention was used for in ancient China. Students will also learned about the advancements made by the ancient Chinese in farming, medicine, communication, weapons and calculations. Students will then revisit the images from earlier and match them up with the proper category they fall under.Updated November 2023 to include a Power Point!--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units
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6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Ancient China Unit: Bundle of 24 Lessons: Reading Passages + Activities
The Mughal Empire in Ancient India: Jahar & Babur: Reading Passages + Activities
Students will be able to analyze two emperors in ancient India who ruled under the Mughal Empire and compare and contrast them with each other. The students will also look at this reading and videos to determine why and how the Mughals took over India.--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!$$ Money-Saving BundlesAncient India Unit - Bundle of 25 LessonsAncient India and Ancient China Units - Bundle of 48 LessonsAncient Ind
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6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Ancient India Unit: Bundle of 25 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!!$$ Money-Saving Bun
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6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Ancient China Unit: Bundle of 24 Lessons: Reading Passages + Activities
Sikh Traditional Stories Pack B, Sikhism Worksheets
Engage learners and foster a profound respect and understanding of Sikhism through this collection of four pivotal traditional Sikh stories, which illuminate the roots and core principles of the Sikh faith. Pack BIncluded in this Pack B are the following four traditional Sikh stories:1) "The Test of Humility: Guru Amar Das Chooses His Successor." It portrays the qualities of humility, hard work, and devotion demonstrated by Jetha, who later became Guru Ram Das, the fourth Sikh Guru.2) "The Birth
Grades:
6th - 11th
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Also included in:Â Sikhism Reading Worksheets BUNDLE
Ancient India Assessment Review
This lesson includes a review for students on the major components of Ancient India, including Hinduism, Buddhism, Siddhartha/Buddha, Geography, the Eightfold Path, the Four Noble Truths, the Ganges River, Karma, Dharma and Samsara.--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!$$ Money-Saving BundlesAncient India Unit - Bundle of 25 LessonsAncient India and Ancient China Units - Bundle of 48 LessonsAncient India Mini-Unit: Gandhi
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6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Ancient India Unit: Bundle of 25 Lessons: Reading Passages + Activities
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
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6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Ancient China Unit: Bundle of 24 Lessons: Reading Passages + Activities
Qing China Reading Comprehension Activity - Qing Dynasty - Empires
This meticulously crafted resource offers a comprehensive close reading format to explore the history of Qing China by providing three different Lexile levels (700, 1200, and 1570). This can be completed on paper or digitally.Each lexile level includes a carefully curated passage highlighting key aspects of Qing China's history, culture, and achievements. The passages are thoughtfully written to maintain historical accuracy while being accessible to students at their respective reading levels. T
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8th - 12th
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Ming China Reading Comprehension Activity - Ming Dynasty - Empires
This meticulously crafted resource offers a comprehensive close reading format to explore the history of Ming China by providing three different Lexile levels (700, 1200, and 1570). This can be completed on paper or digitally.Each lexile level includes a carefully curated passage highlighting key aspects of Ming China's history, culture, and achievements. The passages are thoughtfully written to maintain historical accuracy while being accessible to students at their respective reading levels. T
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6th - 12th
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Asian Women's History Short Reads Bundle
My entire collection of Asian women's short reads are multi-use and good for a variety of reasons. Include more women in your studies during Women's History Month or if you teach world history Asian history, be sure your course includes these fabulous women and women's issues. Empress Wu and Empress Cixi defied the odds and ruled China in their own ways. Foot binding and filial piety are also possible subjects you can read about and I guarantee they are part of your world or Asian history course
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9th - 12th
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India: Hinduism Interactive Reading with Questions - Sacred Cows
This activity is a great reading on why cows are sacred to Hinduism and is in PDF format. This activity comes with guided reading questions for the article. This is a great reading activity for groups or partners. This activity works well once you have taught your students about the basics of Hinduism; this incorporates reading strategies. This helps your school implement strategies for high stakes testing and your school improvement plan. This was a strategy I used for a close read and it helpe
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6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Middle East (with India) Bundle
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
Primary Source - Oceania History - Voyage of Ru - Close Read
This is an excerpt from the Voyage of Ru, an oral history that was written down in the 1930s. It tells the story of Ru, who led a group of voyagers to a new settlement on a Pacific island near modern day Tahiti. This activity lends itself to be used as a close read, shared read, or read aloud. It includes the text and a detailed teacher's instruction page. This activity can take anywhere from 30 minutes to 90 minutes depending on the level of your students. It is easily scaffolded for struggling
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Chinese Women's History Short Reads Bundle
Finding resources that highlight women's history in China can be difficult which was one of the reasons why I created these short read resources. But don't buy just one, bundle them, save some money, and have more curriculum to share with your students. Empress Wu Zetian, China's first and only empress in her own right isn't usually highlighted but she is definitely worth learning about. Empress Cixi is usually included but never emphasized. Foot binding and filial piety are other concepts your
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9th - 12th
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Wu Zetian Short Read with Workbook Summary
Wu Zetian (Empress Wu) was the only woman to rule China in her own right but she is often ignored in history class. She deserves some attention and to be taught in schools. Wu Zetian is included in most world history curriculums now making this resource an easy inclusion. The short read is 720 words long and includes a several page summary that gets students working on various history skills such as:Citing the textIdentifying biasIdentifying additional resourcesForming an opinionThere are plenty
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9th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Complete Asian Bundle
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
Foot binding Short Read with Summary Workbook
Foot binding is one of the cruelest acts women have endured and they endured it for centuries. Included in your world history or Asian history courses it is an essential lesson students need to understand. You can also include it in your Women's History Month lessons. The short read is 785 words long and includes a several page summary that gets students working on various history skills such as:Perspective and point of viewChronologyDecision-making***************************What's Included:11-p
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9th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Complete Asian Bundle
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