This updated set of lesson plans focuses on Confucius and Confucian thought, especially Confucian ethics. The lesson plans are divided into the following chapters: (1) "How do the Analects embody the ethical framework of Confucian thought?"; (2) "How does Confucianism affect behavior, attitudes and beliefs?"; (3) "How did other belief systems co-exist and influence the Chinese tradition?"; and (4) "To what extent is Confucianism a defining characteristic of the Chinese mentality?" Each chapter contains several subdivisions and several worksheets for each subdivision. The lesson plans provide performance objectives, background information, and suggested procedures. Selected readings are suggested for each worksheet. (BT)