The Great Wall of China: 51 Fascinating Facts for Kids

The Great Wall of China: 51 Fascinating Facts for Kids
Author: Malcolm Lee
Publisher:
Total Pages: 28
Release: 2018-05-15
Genre:
ISBN: 9781718939646

The Great Wall of China is the largest man-made structure on Earth, stretching more than 4,000 miles across the plains, mountains and deserts of northern China.Malcolm Lee brings you 51 facts about the Great Wall of China including the reason it was built in the first place and the techniques used in its construction.We hope our facts about the Great Wall of China will fascinate you and motivate you to find out even more about this magnificent and remarkable structure.

Disciplinary Literacy and Gamified Learning in Elementary Classrooms

Disciplinary Literacy and Gamified Learning in Elementary Classrooms
Author: Leslie Haas
Publisher: Springer Nature
Total Pages: 187
Release: 2022-02-04
Genre: Education
ISBN: 303080349X

This textbook provides real world examples of how disciplinary literacy can incorporate gamified learning opportunities in elementary classrooms (grades K-5 or ages 5-11). It also presents concrete examples of how to seamlessly integrate literacy within other subjects in engaging and unique ways. Furthermore, this text offers practical information related to pedagogy, content, and differentiation for each lesson. Preservice teachers, practicing teachers, instructional coaches, and administrators can benefit from this user-friendly text and its companion digital components, allowing for replication of lessons based on national standards, backed by best-practices, and supported by differentiated pedagogy. This unique volume begins with engineering marvels that span across centuries and locations. The eight chapters focus on the following marvels in chronological order: Great Pyramid of Giza, Stonehenge, Leaning Tower of Pisa, Great Wall of China, Machu Picchu, Panama Canal, Golden Gate Bridge, and International Space Station. By focusing on these specific examples of human ingenuity, opportunities are created to delve into the historical and social aspects of each chapter’s focus. There are also occasions to explore the artistic merit and the art created about and around each focus. Additional teaching opportunities lie in understanding the science, engineering, technology, and math embedded in all featured marvels. Each chapter features an adventure roadmap in the form of a narrative quest set against the chapter’s marvel that guides teachers and student players through embedded activities. Activities are designed for lower elementary school (grades K-2 or ages 5-8) and upper elementary school (grades 3-5 or ages 8-11). Instructional support for both novice and career teachers is provided through differentiation strategies, resource materials, and teaching tips.

Everything Battles

Everything Battles
Author: John Perritano
Publisher: National Geographic Books
Total Pages: 68
Release: 2013
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1426311001

Presents facts about all aspects of warfare and battle throughout history, including information on weapons, uniforms, technology, military vessels and vehicles, and military intelligence, and includes quizzes and activities.

The Great Wall Of China

The Great Wall Of China
Author: Leonard Everett Fisher
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 37
Release: 1995-08
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 0689801785

A brief history of the Great Wall of China, begun about 2,200 years ago to keep out Mongol invaders.

GREAT ANCIENT CHINA PROJECTS

GREAT ANCIENT CHINA PROJECTS
Author: Lance Kramer
Publisher: Nomad Press
Total Pages: 299
Release: 2008-06-01
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1619300842

Great Ancient China Projects You Can Build Yourself explores the incredible ingenuity and history of ancient China with 25 hands-on projects for readers ages 9 and up. Great Ancient China Projects covers topics from porcelain pottery, paper, gunpowder, and dynasties, to martial arts, medicinal healers, jade carvers, and terracotta warriors. With step-by-step activities, kids will learn how to construct a house with proper feng shui and create a simple Chinese hanging compass. Historical facts and anecdotes, biographies, and fascinating trivia support the fun projects and teach kids about this innovative society and its continued influence on modern culture.

The Great Wall Through Time

The Great Wall Through Time
Author: DK
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 42
Release: 2022-04-05
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 0744063809

Travel through time on an exhilarating expedition to China’s most famous landmark! The Great Wall of China is one of the world’s most intriguing, well-known treasures. Spanning 2,700 years and over 13,000 miles long, embark on the fascinating tale of how the Great Wall was built and how it became one of the greatest man-made projects of all time. This thrilling children’s book about this fascinating structure will leave you with newfound knowledge and appreciation for this amazing world wonder. It includes: • Exquisitely detailed panoramic artworks that show how the Great Wall of China has changed from one era to the next — from the first defensive forts created in 656 BCE to the 13,000 mile-long monument still standing today • Cutaway views that reveal the interior of forts and buildings • Every illustration is surrounded by pull-out details for children to look at, drawing them into the picture and making the book fun and interactive • Lively, engaging narrative text and simple annotations that guide children on a journey through time This informative book educates young readers about how the Great Wall was built and showcases the people that help build it. The wall, one of the new Seven Wonders of the World, started as a frontier defense against northern tribesmen and over the eras evolved to become the dynamic landmark that it is today. This educational history book also contains exceptional cutaway views revealing the interiors of important buildings, and pull-out details introducing fascinating facts and key characters. The time-traveling fox who appears in the artwork will have children inquisitively searching for the charming fox throughout the book. This makes for the perfect gift or collector’s item for children age 7 and up to learn about the Great Wall of China and its history. It is also perfect for parents looking for books on Chinese history to read with their children, and those planning on visiting the Great Wall of China who want to learn more about the landmark before or after their trip.

Bet You Didn't Know

Bet You Didn't Know
Author: National Geographic Kids
Publisher: National Geographic Books
Total Pages: 196
Release: 2017
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1426328370

Did you know that the first stop signs were black and white? Or that a litter of kittens is called a kindle? There's a lot to know and we bet you'll have fun learning these fun, far-out facts in the next super series from National Geographic Kids! Based on a favorite department in Nat Geo Kids magazine, this book is chock-full of fascinating facts, silly stats, and catchy little knowledge nuggets in all kinds of cool categories, from astronomy and dinosaurs to revolutions and breakfast. Special features include Extreme Weirdness, Strange Places, Wacky World, and more.

The Emperor Who Built the Great Wall

The Emperor Who Built the Great Wall
Author: Jillian Lin
Publisher:
Total Pages: 32
Release: 2016-11-28
Genre:
ISBN: 9780994605603

ONCE UPON A TIME IN CHINA...a 13-year-old boy became its first emperor and built the longest wall in the world. In this book, discover why he started building The Great Wall, how he made China the biggest country on earth and what treasures he hid in his secret tomb. Find out how he became one of the most important people in Chinese history ? and how China was named after him.

National Geographic Kids Almanac, 2010

National Geographic Kids Almanac, 2010
Author:
Publisher: National Geographic Books
Total Pages: 356
Release: 2009
Genre: Almanacs
ISBN: 1426305028

Provides the latest information on a wide range of topics, including animals, culture, geography, the environment, history, and science.