Here are some resources that you may find useful during your studies. Search the Bennies catalogue Accessit for more, or browse the Non-fiction collection NFS.
The History of Modern China by 
The Rise of Modern China by 
China : the story of the nation, and its relationship with Australia by 
The one-child policy produced consequences beyond the goal of reducing population growth. Most notably, the country’s overall sex ratio became skewed toward males—roughly between 3 and 4 percent more males than females
Understanding the interaction between a natural environment and various human and cultural patterns is an essential aspect of geography. To fully appreciate China's broad geographic and cultural diversity, one needs to identify general characteristics that act as guidelines.
Foot binding, the brutal tradition of breaking young girl's toes and reshaping the feet into a point, was stamped out in China over 60 years ago - but some of the counrty's oldest women still suffer today. The practice dates back to the 10th century in China, when tiny feet were deemed a sign of beauty. Those who did not have their feet bound were told they would never marry.
Meet Zhe Wen, a young girl from Shanghai, and discover how she lives, as well as the geographical features of China. Discover how these features influence the way people live and work, and learn about Zhe Wen's personal life and hobbies. This engaging resource is suitable for primary students studying the similarities and differences of places and cultural diversity.
RANE examines China's geography as the historical driver of its expanding and contracting national boundaries emanating from the Han core.
As China’s economic and political influence grows, Chinese art receives greater exposure around the world. But many of its treasures have never been seen in the West. This three-part BBC art history documentary sees historian Andrew Graham-Dixon takes us on an exhilarating odyssey through 3,000 years of art from China. The Terracotta Army to its modern cultural rebirth, it’s a rare insight into the art of China, the history of China as well as modern China.
For as long as there have been civilized humans, there has been some form of China.
These traditional festivals will really introduce you to life in China. There are annual events like Chinese New Year, the Lantern Festival, the Qingming (Tomb Sweeping) Festival, Double Seven Festival, and the Winter Solstice.
The family unit is considered to be one of the most central institutions. For many, their family provides them with a sense of identity and a strong network of support.
Throughout most of China’s history, men have been seen as the core of the family and society at large. Women’s roles were primarily kinship roles: daughter, sister, wife, mother, etc. In all these roles, the women were strictly required to accord with the wishes and needs of men.