Introduction

The curator for the Brooklyn Museum of Ancient History has asked you to create an exhibit for a new museum display on Ancient China. The Great Halls of Ancient China Exhibit will be on display on May 11, 2005. This display will celebrate the Year of the Rooster.

Task

To gain a better understanding of life in Ancient China, you will research a topic of your own choice. Your task will be to use the information you discover to create an exhibit for the Great Halls of Ancient China Exhibit. Your project for the exhibit will include a 5-minute presentation, an artifact or display, and a written project.

Process

Select the Exhibit Hall in which you will display your exhibit.
Plan the steps you will take to complete your exhibit.
Use the books, periodicals and websites listed on the Resources page to find information.
Develop a checklist to use to keep track of your progress. See sample checklist.
Produce your exhibit.
Share your presentation at the Great Halls of Ancient China Exhibit.
Complete the evaluations.

 

Exhibit Halls
Your study of Ancient China will focus in one of the following topic areas. Explore each of the topics and the exhibits you will need to complete.

• Home and Hearth
• Art and Literature
• Geography and Important Places
• Religion and Ancestor Worship
• Chinese Dynasties and Government
• Contributions and Innovations
  Important People

Rubric

Group Evaluation

Conclusion
Now that your have completed your project , think about what you have learned about Ancient China. You have discovered many new and interesting facts about this topic to add to your knowledge of this civilization.

• What else would you like to know?
• Where will you go to find out?
• What part of the process did you enjoy the most?
• What did you find the most interesting?
• What have you discovered about yourself as a learner?
• Most importantly, how does all of this new knowledge relate to your life today?

Return to Ancient China Webquest Introduction

Written Projects

Projects for Exhibit Hall

Resources

Sample Checklist

Evaluation

Rubric

Credits and References:

Created February 2005.
by the 6th Grade Team of Brooklyn Middle School
Brooklyn, Connecticut

Kathleen Green        Sharon Loughlin

Dianne Socquet  Enrica Novello

Allison Peterson

Technical Assistance:
Glen Lessig, Technology Teacher
Kathryn Stellitano Library Media Specialist
Jim Huggins EASTCONN Technology Specialist