Great Ancient China Projects You Can Build Yourself (Build It Yourself)

Kramer, Lance

ISBN 10: 1934670022 / ISBN 13: 9781934670026

Editore: Nomad Press, 2008

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Titolo: Great Ancient China Projects You Can Build ...

Casa editrice: Nomad Press

Data di pubblicazione: 2008

Legatura: Paperback

Illustratore: Weinberg, Steven

Condizione: Very Good

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Great Ancient China Projects You Can Build Yourself explores the incredible ingenuity and history of ancient China with 25 hands-on projects for readers ages 9 and up. Great Ancient China Projects covers topics from porcelain pottery, paper, gunpowder, and dynasties, to martial arts, medicinal healers, jade carvers, and terracotta warriors. With step-by-step activities, kids will learn how to construct a house with proper feng shui and create a simple Chinese hanging compass. Historical facts and anecdotes, biographies, and fascinating trivia support the fun projects and teach kids about this innovative society and its continued influence on modern culture.

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Children's Literature
"In ancient China, wise scholars were experts in many subjects. This book will give young scholars the opportunity to learn about many of the same subjects. The book explains the dynasties, famous and influential Chinese citizens, and many of the inventions that came from China. . . This book is a great resource for adults teaching children about China or any of the disciplines rooted in China."

Children's Indie Next List Book Pick, Fall 2008

David Ehrlich, Professor of Film and Television Studies, Dartmouth College
"An engrossing read for children and young people. The integrated hands-on projects offer the young reader the chance to experience the excitement of technical and scientific discovery."

Joan Kvitka, Education Director, Portland Classical Chinese Garden
"Children of all ages will gain a new appreciation for the complex ideas and inventions of China’s history across 5,000 years."

Allan Cho, Editor-in-Chief, Perspectives Newspaper
"Great Ancient China Projects is a useful book for educators, covering ancient Chinese culture in an easily understandable, highly engaging manner. It’s an essential and long overdue tool for all classroom teachers."

Ray Bartlett, travel writer
"Great Ancient China Projects promises to interest kids of all ages in the history of ancient China and inspire them to travel beyond their own borders. Fun tidbits add humor and insight to the topics covered."

Willamette Week Portland, OR
"For kids, learning about ancient China has always been a total snooze. . . until now! "