The Han dynasty ruled over China for more than four centuries. During this time, Han rulers not only administered a great empire, but also created an environment in which art, literature, education, and scientific innovation flourished.
This bell ringer activity on the ancient Liubo board game illuminates a fascinating aspect of daily life in Han society and provides students with a springboard for deeper research and exploration. Each bell ringer activity includes:
- Activity overview, including student learning objectives
- Visual primary source and student prompt
- Suggested scaffolds for differentiated learning
- Ideas for connecting history to the present
This activity is part of ABC-CLIO’s Ideas Worth Sharing series, a collaboration with leading educators to bring you ready-to-use instructional materials ideal for distance learning.