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The Trans Saharan Trade Route

For Students 6th - 9th
In this trans Saharan trade route worksheet, students respond to 6 short answer questions about African trade routes after they read the included article.
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Trekking to Timbuktu: Trade in Ancient West Africa

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Middle schoolers research how trade in Timbuktu was affected by geography. Students conduct online research to determine the major trade routes, main products of trade, plus how and why trade spread across Africa.
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Trekking to Timbuktu: Trade in West Africa (Lesson 2)

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Middle schoolers examine the importance of trade in West Africa. Using a virtual time capsule, they travel back to ancient times and travel along with a caravan. They answer specific questions related to the journey and items they are...
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Africa Test Study Guide

For Students 6th - 8th
In this Africa study guide worksheet, students respond to 27 short answer questions about the geography and history of the continent.
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Africa 1500-present: The Big Picture

For Teachers 7th - 9th
In this African history study guide worksheet, learners read a brief overview pertaining to the history of Africa from 1500 to the present.
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Constructing a Timeline of African History

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students create a timeline of African History. In groups, they research and describe eight different important periods in the country's history. They apply this information to compare and contrast them and how it has allowed Africa to...