Asian History - Lesson for Grade 3, Chapter - World History
In the "Asian History" lesson, third-grade students embark on an exciting journey to explore the rich and varied history of Asia, focusing on fascinating aspects of Japan and China. This lesson is part of the "World Around You" unit in the World History chapter, which aims to broaden young learners' understanding of global cultures and historical landmarks.
Students will engage in a variety of activities including the "Japan Printable," where they will learn about the geography, culture, and significant historical events of Japan. This activity introduces them to the concept of time periods and how history is divided and categorized, providing a foundational understanding of historical timelines.
The "Great Wall of China Worksheet" offers an in-depth look at one of the world's most famous landmarks. Students will discover why the Great Wall was built, its significance in Chinese history, and its role in protecting the empire from invasions. This activity emphasizes the importance of historical structures and their impact on societies.
Finally, the "Japanese History: Time Periods Worksheet" delves deeper into the different eras of Japanese history, highlighting key events and figures.
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Activity 1 / Japan Printable
Let’s take a trip around the world to learn more about distant cultures with this intriguing worksheet: Japan coloring page!
Talk with your child about the colors of cherry blossoms and traditional Japanese dress, and watch the picture come alive! -
Activity 2 / Great Wall of China Worksheet
Citizens of a global world need to know about other cultures and places on this Earth. Kids love learning about country icons and cultures and this colorful PDF worksheet will teach them about The Great Wall of China. They'll learn that The Great Wall is over 1000 years old, and was built to protect the country from raids of their resources. Then they'll have fun taking their own path to the Great Wall, winding themselves through a maze until they get there themselves!
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Activity 3 / Japanese History: Time Periods Worksheet
Let this colorful worksheet share some important details of Japanese history as your child explores different time periods. They'll learn about the Jomon, Yayoi, Asuka and Nara Periods, and what the people of Japan did during each of those time periods. Then they'll use the colorful pictures to help them go through a walk of their own as they draw lines from the first period of time to the last.
