THE STORY OF ANCIENT CHINA is a lively, comprehensive history of China from Neolithic times through the Tang Dynasty written for middle school students. It covers the political and economic trends of each major period, focusing upon the origins and evolution of the "big three" ways of thinking (Daoism, Confucianism, and Buddhism) as well as the important achievements in the areas of literature, art, and science. Each chapter contains helpful maps, timelines, and suggestions for enrichment projects and activities.