Africa This is a smaller unit that only lasts about a week and covers the influence of Islam and Mansa Musa on African Kingdoms. In this unit, we will meet a person in Mansa Musa who is considered to be the richest man to ever walk the face of Earth. The focus is in on Ghana and Mali where the Islamic influences were strongest. The presentation also discusses the various geographic regions of Africa and the importance of its oral tradition.
#1African Kingdoms Study the wonderful world of Africa and get to know one of the Richest in the world. And yes there really is a place called Timbuktu!!!
#2Mansa Musa Sheg Learn about a person who is believed to be the richest man to ever walk the face of the Earth (materialistically speaking) through these various documents.
#3Africa Race Use your book to examine the life and culture of some African kingdoms.