This lesson focuses on the Forbidden City in Beijing, China. Students will learn about its historical significance as the political and ceremonial center of Chinese emperors for nearly 500 years. Activities include video analysis, virtual tours, and exploring its architectural and cultural aspects. Students will create a travel vlog script, detailing the history, architecture, and cultural significance of the Forbidden City. The lesson aims to enhance understanding of this iconic symbol of imperial China and its lasting impact on Chinese culture.
Taken from a series of 7 lessons on history of Ancient China. They provide an excellent and engaging introduction to ancient China and provide a great foundation for understanding how this vital nation has shaped our world.
Each lesson is designed to cover a range of historical and exam skills to build up students knowledge and exam skills ready for any exam board, external and internal. They are also a huge amount of fun to teach!
Those lessons are:
- Shang & Zhou Dynasties
- Qin Shi Huang (The First Emperor)
- Confucianism
- Kublai Khan
- Silk Roads
- The Forbidden City
- Zheng He & The Treasure Fleets
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This bundle looks at the rich history of Asia, focusing on ancient China and extending to notable periods in Korea and Japan. Designed for students studying at KS3 - this collection provides detailed insights into influential leaders, dynastic changes, and cultural landmarks that shaped the region's historical landscape. Included Lessons: 1. China History IGCSE: Intro to China & Course Set Up - Introduces the broad scope of Chinese history covered in the IGCSE course, complete with an online self-marking quiz. 2. Ancient China - Confucius - Studies the life and teachings of Confucius, whose philosophy deeply influenced Chinese culture. 3. Ancient China - Kublai Khan - Examines the reign of Kublai Khan and his establishment of the Yuan Dynasty in China. 4. Ancient China - Qin Shi Huang - Explores the reign of Qin Shi Huang, the first emperor of a unified China, known for his monumental projects including the Terracotta Army. 5. Ancient China - Shang & Zhou Dynasties - Delivers insights into the Shang and Zhou dynasties, their contributions to Chinese civilisation and historical development. 6. Ancient China - The Forbidden City - Describes the architectural grandeur and historical significance of the Forbidden City in the heart of Beijing. 7. Ancient China - The Silk Roads - Discusses the Silk Roads and their importance in facilitating trade and cultural exchange across ancient Eurasia. 8. Ancient China - Zheng He 1405 - Investigates the maritime expeditions of Zheng He and their impact on China’s interactions with the wider world. 9. The Korean Joseon Renaissance - Covers the cultural and intellectual flourishing during the Joseon Dynasty in Korea. 10. Angkor Wat - Sunrise Drawings & Craft Build - Engages with the history and architecture of Angkor Wat through a creative drawing and craft-building session. 11. History of Japan - Unification of Japan - Reviews the period of political unification under powerful daimyos in Japan. 12. Japan - Commodore Perry - Examines the arrival of Commodore Perry and the opening of Japan to Western trade and influence. 13. Japan - Shōgun Tokugawa Ieyasu - Explores the life and legacy of Tokugawa Ieyasu, whose leadership established a long-lasting shogunate in Japan. This bundle offers a comprehensive look at key historical elements from ancient and medieval Asia, highlighting the profound contributions of various figures and the enduring legacy of monumental sites.
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A series of 7 lessons on history of Ancient China. They provide an excellent and engaging introduction to ancient China and provide a great foundation for understanding how this vital nation has shaped our world. Each lesson is designed to cover a range of historical and exam skills to build up students knowledge and exam skills ready for any exam board, external and internal. They are also a huge amount of fun to teach! Those lessons are: 1. Shang & Zhou Dynasties 2. Qin Shi Huang (The First Emperor) 3. Confucianism 4. Kublai Khan 5. Silk Roads 6. The Forbidden City 7. Zheng He & The Treasure Fleets Wolsey Academy operates as a non-profit, with every penny we make going to one of our charity partners or into the Ipswich Initiative, funding good works across the town and county. Search for Wolsey Academy to see our website for more details and to purchase resources at a discount. Use code ‘WOLSEY’ for 10% off at the Wolsey Academy Web Store Please help us, help you, help them. Thank you. Hope it helps. W
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