The Learning Center Charter SchoolConfucianism in Ancient China
Ms. Jamie’s sixth grade class recently learned about Confucianism in Ancient China. During the Warring States period, there were three major philosophies that emerged: Confucianism, Legalism, and Daoism. In order to experience life under Confucianism, there were four students chosen to be the “Elder” or respected “models of virtue”. These elders were asked to sit in a seat while the followers sat on the floor. The Elders carefully taught their followers to stand, bow, and say the following greeting in unison: “We are honored to learn from such a wise and noble teacher.” After demonstrating that they could complete such a task, the Elders then chose students to read Section 3 aloud, until the entire section was read.
There is no better way to learn a concept than practicing it first hand!
Way to go sixth graders!
