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Africa: A Cultural Safari

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Students examine the kingdoms of West Africa during the Middle Ages. They label maps and identify Africa's physical features, simulate the trading of gold, buy and sell goods using cowrie shells, and participate in a cultural safari day.

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Grade
4th
Subjects
Social Studies & History
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For Teacher Use
Instructional Strategy
Simulation
Year
1997
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