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Teaching History and Symbolism in Kuan Yin: The Princess Who Became the Goddess of Compassion
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Summary This key provides references with links to study the history depicted in Kuan Yin: The Princess Who Became the Goddess of Compassion.
Age Range Primary/Elementary School (ages 5-12)
Uploaded by Maya van der Meer
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The artwork in Kuan Yin: The Princess Who Became the Goddess of Compassion is inspired by the Tang Dynasty and depicts clothing styles from across the Silk Road. This key provides references with links for the “Princes at the King’s Court” scene. Click the Download button to access the activity.
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