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African Civilizations and Indian Ocean Trade Networks

7th Grade · Social Studies · US-WA-SS

9 lessons

Goal

Investigate the diverse kingdoms, commercial networks, cultural achievements, and architectural legacies of medieval Africa.

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Learning standards covered

us-waSSS1.3.1Washington Social Studies Standards · 7th Grade

Explain the purpose of documents and the concepts used in them.

us-waSSS1.3.2Washington Social Studies Standards · 7th Grade

Evaluate if information is well accepted and relevant, or if information is clear, specific, and detailed.