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Ancient China: Geography, Beliefs, and Philosophies

7th Grade · Social Studies · US-MS-SS

9 lessons

Goal

Examine how physical geography, ancestral religious traditions, the Mandate of Heaven, and foundational philosophies (Confucianism, Daoism, Legalism, and Buddhism) shaped early Chinese civilization.

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  1. Physical Geography of Ancient China: Rivers and DesertsUp next
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  3. Managing Floods and Early Water EngineeringNot started yet
  4. Ancestor Veneration and Oracle Bone DivinationNot started yet
  5. The Mandate of Heaven and Dynastic CyclesNot started yet
  6. Confucianism: Filial Piety, Ren, and Moral GovernanceNot started yet
  7. Daoism: Harmony with Nature and Wu WeiNot started yet
  8. Legalism: Strict Laws, Punishments, and State PowerYou are here
  9. The Arrival and Spread of Buddhism in ChinaNot started yet
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Learning standards covered

us-ms7C.1.2Mississippi Social Studies Standards · 7th Grade

Analyze the influence of religion on each civilization.

us-ms7C.1.4Mississippi Social Studies Standards · 7th Grade

Explain the governing power structure of each civilization.