Shang Dynasty - Over the Shoulder - volume 3 clip

The first Dynasty of ancient China - explained Over the Shoulder style.

Ancient Chinese Dynasties Headquarters

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Today (12/17/13) you will be hearing from an expert historian of the ancient Chinese civilization - specifically the Shang Dynasty. Click the link below for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to learn from such a person. Read the questions, read the letter, go back into the text for strength in answering each question. Cite specific text as often as possible. Enjoy.

Today (12/18/13) you will learn by reading information about the Zhou Dynasty - Family, Warriors, Gods. By explaining questions you will get a better sense of life during this long time period in ancient China.

Today (1/7/14) you will learn about the third (and by far shortest) Chinese dynasty - Qin. Let's uncover the truth behind this small period of Chinese history - why did it begin and end so rapidly? Was anything of importance accomplished withing this time? These questions and more will be answered using the resources below.

Today (1/10/14) you will learn about the final Chinese Dynasty that we study in 6th grade (there are several more, but we do not study them). Could the new rulers of China turn the nation around after a 19 year period of violence and distrust from the Qin Dynasty? 

Resources:
Access Shang Dynasty Letter and Questions here.
Get your Zhou Dynasty guided notes and read this information to learn and answer the questions.
Qin Dynasty note guide here. Information/reading accessed here.
Han Dynasty note guide here. Invention Task #2 document here. Inventions website link here.

QR Code Hunting

Today you're going to India to hunt. But rather than sword, spear, bow or anything else, you're armed today with only an iPad. Use the QR Codes hung around the room to discover various aspects of Indian/Hindu culture and society - then answer the questions linked below. Good luck. Happy Hunting.

QR Hunt Questions here. Make a copy and save into your SS folder.

Over the Shoulder volume 2

Ancient Egypt Unit Test review - Over the Shoulder. Note: video says test is on Friday; it was that year. Our test is on Thursday of this week (December 5th).

Ancient Egypt Flashcard Challenge

YET means I'MPOSSIBLE

If you believe that anything can be done, the word "Impossible" quickly turns to "I'm Possible." What things are you not capable of yet? Don't be afraid to share - there are many things I wish I could do, or even just be better at. The powerful word YET reassures us that no matter the task, goal or challenge, if we try our hardest and believe it can be done, it will be done. Share your thoughts here.

#I'MPOSSIBLE.

#63Forever Bumper Sticker to be part of Q2 Rally

The more you get, the better your chances of winning. I'm talking about Red (or blue) tickets for our quarterly rallies. Figuring we could use a little "spice-up" for this quarter's celebration, I have designed, ordered and received (although they remain in an undisclosed location) NEW #63Forever BUMPER STICKERS. 

Finish this quarter strong, earn more tickets, and you may very well be one of the few taking home your own Bumper Sticker. 

#63Forever

Learn Free - Ancient Egypt

As we approach Egypt's end, after exploring many, many topics, the surface has still only been scratched. Today is one of your rare opportunities to completely explore on your own. Find what interests, or maybe even relates to you. When we are personally invested in our learning, it becomes even more valuable. Some suggestions/ideas will be provided; however, if you wish to learn something else, feel free.

Add your newly-gained knowledge (period 2 period 4 period 5 period 9) for everyone in class to see. You are expected to contribute twice.




Links:
Various Topics (44 topics to be exact)
PBS interactive trip to Giza
British Museum
Mummy Maker
Mummifying Food
Festival Slideshow of Opet
Tomb Adventure

The Curse of King Tut

Life of the Boy King video
The King's Curse video
Curse of King Tut's tomb facts
Websites: UnMuseum Smithsonian Journeys
New evidence of death and the mummy burning article
Discovery Channel video string

Was the Curse Real? Share your thought's here.

Check Quiz: ancient Egypt

Ancient Egypt Quiz

Ancient Egypt Mini-book Cycles

Today you will be embarking on a small group cycle activity where each group will be given a mini-book about various Ancient Egyptian topics. 

Within your group, the member with the earliest birthday in the year will make a copy of this document and share it with the other group members. 

The documentation of your knowledge is very important. Work together to learn. 

Solo Mission 2: Egyptian Culture

Gods, Afterlife, Mummification, Family, Marriage, Children, Style. Add those things up and you get a very interesting and fun Solo Mission. Good luck to all.

Click here for Mission Notes.