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Classical Chinese Thought: Confucianism, Taoism, and Legalism

6th Grade · Social Studies · US-MA-SS

11 lessons

Goal

Analyze the core principles, ethical frameworks, views on governance, and lasting impacts of Confucianism, Taoism, and Legalism.

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  1. The Hundred Schools of Thought: Searching for Harmony in ChaosUp next
  2. The Life and Writings of Confucius and the AnalectsNot started yet
  3. Filial Piety and the Five Key Relationships in ConfucianismNot started yet
  4. Confucian Virtues: Ren (Benevolence) and Li (Proper Conduct)Not started yet
  5. Confucian Views on Ethics, Good Government, and EducationNot started yet
  6. Laozi and the Foundations of Taoism: The Tao Te ChingYou are here
  7. Living in Harmony With Nature and the Principle of Wu WeiNot started yet
  8. The Yin and Yang Concept of Balance and DualityNot started yet
  9. Legalism and Han Feizi: Strict Laws and State PowerNot started yet
  10. Comparing Confucianism, Taoism, and LegalismNot started yet
  11. How Philosophical Ideas Shaped Chinese Culture and StatecraftNot started yet
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Learning standards covered

us-ma7.T2b.2.bMassachusetts Social Studies Standards · 5th Grade

the teachings of Confucius (551–479 BCE), including writings on ethics and good government, codes of proper conduct, and relationships between parent and child, friend and friend, husband and wife, and subject and ruler and the philosophy/religion of Taoism, emphasizing harmony of humanity and nature