China is one of the world's 

four ancient civilizations, and the written history

of China dates back to the Shang Dynasty (c. 1600–1046 BC), over 3,000
years ago.
Farming and trade
Traditional economy
First to develop terrace farming
This method is still used today for rice and other crops.
Shang dynasty – built first Chinese cities
1750 B.C. – 1045 B.C.
Three major theories about how to create a peaceful society.

Confucianism (390 BC- 305 BC)

Daoism

Legalism