K2L9 Paper, Writing, and Calligraphy

K2L9 Paper, Writing, and Calligraphy

by WHITNEY FAIRCHILD

​Word Work: durable

• ​The softer, more durable paper meant that books were easier to make.

• ​Durable means able to last for a very long time.

• ​The little pig who built his home out of bricks used more durable materials than his brothers.

Open Ended

Name one of the other key components of a civilization.

Hint: Use your resources found around the room.

​Why do you think writing systems are so important?

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Poll

Which of these do you think would be easiest to write on?

• ox bone

• silken cloth

• wood

• bamboo strips

Poll

Which do you think would be the most difficult to write on?

• ox bone

• silken cloth

• wood

• bamboo strips

In what way is the ancient Chinese written language different from the written languages of ancient Egypt and Mesopotomia?​

Multiple Choice

Are there fewer characters in the Chinese writing system than letters in our writing system, or does Chinese have more characters?

• There are fewer characters in the Chinese writing system.

• There are many, many more characters in the Chinese writing system.

Multiple Choice

What writing surface did the Chinese invent?

• Pottery

• Paper

• Tables

• Wood

​How did the Chinese develop the right kind of paper for writing?

Multiple Choice

What Chinese invention was developed to increase the number of book copies?

• seed drill

• irrigation canals

• woodblock printing

With your pinky partner, discuss why writing is so important to a civilization.​

​use complete sentences when speaking with your partner

Open Ended

Why is writing so important to a civilization?

​Closer:

​On an index card:

• ​What is the Chinese writing system made of: letters or characters?

  • ​ANSWER IN A COMPLETE SENTENCE