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Rites of Passage: Initiation Masks in French Speaking Black Africa Lesson PlanRites of Passage: Initiation Masks in French Speaking Black Africa Lesson Plan
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Rites of Passage: Initiation Masks in French Speaking Black Africa

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Young scholars examine African cultures through the study of masks in the initiation ceremonies in French speaking black Africa. They analyze masks, and create their own masks.

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african masks, african art, masks, african culture

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9th - 12th
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Social Studies & History
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