Lesson Overview
Introduce the concept of trade by exploring materials and goods exchanged along the Silk Road
LEARNING OBJECTIVESStudents will:
- Identify materials and goods that were imported to and exported from China
- Discuss a work of art to learn about Ferghana horses and why they were in demand
- Explore items that were traded along the Silk Road and think about their likely functions and value
WORKSHEETS AND ADDITIONAL MATERIALS
- Silk Road Map
- Touch objects (for physical toolkit): silk samples, tea, sandalwood
