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Inventions from ancient china
- 1. Inventions from Ancient China by Monica Findley EDTECH 513
- 2. Content Objective: 2.1 Students will explain how the contributions of Ancient China have influenced the present world in terms of inventions. Language Objective: Students will be able to orally identify the inventions of Ancient China & explain how that invention is used today.
- 3. Did you know?My Teacher said we use common objects that were invented in Ancient China. I wonder what they are?
- 4. The compass was invented in Ancient China. Ancient Chinese Compass Today’s Compass http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Antic_chinese_Compass.jpg http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Plastic-compass.jpg
- 5. Silk Cloth was invented in Ancient China. Silk Cocoon Today’s Silk Cloth http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Silk http://www.flickr.com/photos/calliope/6452966/
- 6. The kite was invented in Ancient China. Chinese kite Today’s kite http://www.fotopedia.com/items/flickr-539455418www.allsparkfireworks.com
- 7. Gunpowder was invented in Ancient China. Gunpowder Fireworks Gunpowder Cannon Ancient China Today http://www.flickr.com/photos/anthonycramp/4428561177/ http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File: Th%C3%A9_vert_gunpowder_01.jpg http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:T h%C3%A9_vert_gunpowder_01.jpg http://www.flickr.com/photos/fdtate/3140689740/
- 8. What Have You Learned? What is the Chinese invention that was used to send messages and to scare intruders? Kite Hint: It flies in the air.
- 9. Let’s Try Again! What Chinese invention was used to make fireworks? Hint: It is used for fireworks and weapons today. Gunpowder
- 10. Let’s Try Another One! What type of material is made from the thread of a worm’s cocoon? Hint: It is a very smooth and shiny cloth. Silk Cloth
- 11. Last one! What Chinese invention was used to guide ships at sea? Hint: It is used today to help us know which direction we are traveling. Compass
- 12. You Have All Done A Wonderful Job Learning About Inventions from Ancient China and How We Still Use Them Today! Congratulations!
Editor's Notes
- The students will be asked to turn and talk with a partner. They will discuss any ideas they may have with regards to inventions that may have been invented in Ancient China. Responses will be accepted & recorded on chart paper.
- The people of Ancient China used compasses for guiding & navigating ships at sea. The compasses of today are magnetic & the needle always points North. It is still used to help us know which direction we are traveling.
- The people of Ancient China made Silk from the cocoons of silk worms. They wove the thread together to make a smooth, shiny clothing material. Today Silk cloth is used to make beautiful clothing outfits.
- The people of Ancient China used kites to send messages during times of war and to scare off intruders. Today, we use kites for recreation or to have fun.
- The people of Ancient China used Gunpowder to make fireworks. Today, gunpowder is still used for fireworks and it is also used for weapons.