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Confucius, the Great Wall, silk, oracle bones, writing, and paper are among the topics explored in this text. Beginning with Emperor Qin Shi Huangdi's life size terracotta army of soldiers, chariots, and horses, it also covers early development, early dynasties, the unification of China, and the achievements, gifts, and inventions of the ancient Chinese.

Through narrative supported by quotes, this title begins with a brief history of ancient China and then examines questions such as: How Important Was the Great Wall in the Development of Ancient Chinese Civilization?, What Effect Did Confucianism Have on the Chinese Moral and Political Outlook?, How Did the Chinese Invention of Gunpowder Affect Warfare in the World?, and How Did the Silk Road Link China with the Rest of the World?.

Winnie and Helen have kept each other's worst secrets for more than fifty years, but now that she believes she is dying, Helen wants to expose everything.

Food is an important part of Chinese culture. Meals are a time for families to be together, and special foods are eaten during festivals and celebrations. Readers learn about the connection between Chinese history, culture, and cuisine through informative main text and fact boxes. Along the way, they also find colorful photographs of a variety of tasty Chinese dishes. This is also a hands-on learning experience, as readers are invited to make their own traditional Chinese foods by following sets of simple, step-by-step instructions. Helpful tips and safety information ensure that this is a safe and fun process for everyone!.

"On the eve of China's Cultural Revolution and her sixteenth birthday, Mei dreams of becoming a model revolutionary. When the Communist Party recruits girls for a mysterious duty in the capital, she seizes the opportunity to escape her impoverished village. It is only when Mei arrives at the Chairman's opulent residence--a forbidden city unto itself--that she learns that the girls' job is to dance with the Party elites. Ambitious and whip-smart, Mei makes a beeline toward the Chairman. Mei gradually separates from the other recruits to become the Chairman's confidante--and paramour. As he fends off political rivals, Mei faces down schemers from the dance troupe who will stop at nothing to take her place, as well as the Chairman's imperious wife, who has schemes of her own. When the Chairman finally gives Mei a political mission, she seizes it with fervor, but the brutality of this latest stage of the revolution makes her begin to doubt all the certainties she has held so dear. Forbidden City is an epic yet intimate portrayal of one of the world's most powerful and least understood leaders during the most turbulent period of modern Chinese history"--Provided by publisher.

In long-ago China, as a young princess prepares to leave her parents' kingdom to travel to far-off Khotan where she is to marry the king, she decides to surreptitiously take with her a precious reminder of home.

In this retelling of a folktale from China, a girl and an old man trick the God of Thunder and are able to bring water to their village. Includes facts about China.

Explains how people celebrate the Chinese New Year holiday.

"Readers will journey from Ancient China to the global trade centers of Shanghai and Beijing. Uncovering the traditions and philosophies of the past will allow readers to understand China's culture today, including the wisdom of Confucius and the importance of family. This book celebrates exciting festivals such as Chinese Lunar New Year and the Dragon Boat Festival, as well as daily life through food, arts, and language. Readers will gain a deep understanding of China's geography, history, and government, and how those things affect many parts of Chinese culture"--Provided by publisher.

"The book covers China's geography, capital and largest cities, and its famous landmarks"--Provided by publisher.