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Curated OER

Folktale through African Art

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Students study folktales and other stories from West Africa. By hearing and reading these stories they explore many new cultural and religious beliefs, such as spirits inhabiting nature and possessing special powers. Once the students...
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Curated OER

Sundiata, Mali’s Lion King

For Teachers 6th - 12th
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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Using West African Gold Weights and African Masks as a Way of Communication

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders discuss how communication, or lack thereof, can have either a favorable or detrimental effect on a community. They study and interpret proverbs as a means of teaching a lesson. Finally they discuss symbolism and design a...
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Curated OER

Baga Drum

For Teachers K - 12th
Students draw and design a musical instrument that incorporates a human figure or animal. In this musical lesson plan, students will discover the differences between African drums. This lesson plan is designed for elementary, middle,...
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Curated OER

Granary Door Dogon, Mali

For Teachers 3rd - 6th
Learners explore a creation myth. In this visual arts instructional activity, students discuss the Dogon creation myth and the design and make refrigerator magnets in the style of Dogan granary doors. The design of the magnets should...
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Curated OER

Two American Entreprenuers: Madam C.J. Walker and J.C. Penny

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers identify the attributes that helped Walker and Penney to succeed as entrepreneurs. They compare and contrast Walker and Penney for similarities and differences in backgrounds and business methods.
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Yale University

Yale New Haven Teachers Institute: The Mask a West African Ceremonial Object

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Valuable background information on African masks and suggested lesson ideas for mask making activities in the art room.