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Sundiata, Mali’s Lion King
Students investigate the history of Mali. In this African cultures lesson, students research the impact of Sundiata Keita as king of Mali, recognize the significance of historical Malian festivals, and create character masks to be worn...
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Read Works: Mali & African Empires the Legend of Sundiata
[Free Registration/Login Required] The legend of how Sundiata became the leader of the Mali people. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
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Read Works: Mali & African Empires the Mali Empire
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about the Mali Empire of Western Sudan. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
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African Holocaust Society: Mansa Musa
Scroll down to the section on Mansa Musa for an overview of the history of Mansa Musa?s reign over Mali from 1312-1337.
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Mansa Musa: Africa's Wealthiest King
An overview of Mansa Musa's reign of Mali and what he accomplished.