221 – 206 B.C.
The Qin Dynasty was a pivotal period in Chinese history, known for unifying China under a centralized government for the first time. Founded by Qin Shi Huang, the first emperor of China, the dynasty is famous for major achievements such as the construction of the Great Wall and the creation of the Terracotta Army. Qin Shi Huang’s rule centralized power, standardized weights and measures, and introduced uniform writing. Despite its short duration, the Qin Dynasty laid the foundations for future Chinese empires and significantly shaped China’s political and cultural landscape.
Picture books
Chapter books
Non-fiction books
Where Is the Great Wall?
Detailed, comprehensive intro to the Great Wall
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The First Emperor Of China
Bilingual intro to Emperor Qin for young readers
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Hidden Army: Clay Soldiers of Ancient China
Factual book for newly independent readers about the Terracotta Army
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You Wouldn’t Want to Work on The Great Wall of China!
Humorous, informative look at the building of the Great Wall
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