Mansa Musa and Mali's Culture

The video tutorial, led by Kelly Jones, explores a lesson on Mansa Musa, the Lion of Mali, designed for sixth-grade students but also applicable to high school standards. The lesson spans two class periods and aims to provide students with an understanding of the Mali Kingdom's geography and culture. It includes activities such as reading, mapping, and cultural analysis. The lesson emphasizes the importance of human and physical geography in the success of early civilizations. Various materials and resources are suggested, including the book 'Mansa Musa the Lion of Mali' by Kiefer Burns. The tutorial also outlines assessment methods and potential extensions to further explore medieval African kingdoms.

What is the primary focus of the lesson on Mansa Musa?

• The history of the Roman Empire

• The geography of North America

• The development of European civilizations

• The Mali Kingdom and its leader, Mansa Musa

Which book is essential for the lesson on Mansa Musa?

• Mansa Musa the Lion of Mali by Kiefer Burns

• The Lion King

• The History of Africa

• Geography of the Sahara

What is the purpose of using vocabulary cards in the lesson?

• To build academic vocabulary necessary for understanding the book

• To practice handwriting

• To learn new languages

• To improve spelling skills

What is one of the key objectives of the lesson?

• To analyze the physical region of Mali

• To study the climate of Europe

• To memorize the capitals of African countries

• To learn about the wildlife of the Sahara

What symbol is used to introduce students to the culture of Mali in Session 1?

• A map of Africa

• A gold necklace

• A picture of a lion

• A desert landscape

What is the significance of the lion in the lesson?

• It represents the strength and leadership of Mansa Musa

• It is a common animal in the Sahara

• It is a symbol of European royalty

• It is a character in a popular movie

What activity involves mapping the journey of Mansa Musa?

• Creating a timeline

• Drawing a portrait

• Mapping the physical region of Mali

• Writing a poem

What is the purpose of the Mali matchup flashcards?

• To introduce new languages

• To teach students how to draw

• To provide specific reasons for cultural practices

• To test students' memory

What is one of the extensions suggested for the lesson?

• Reading about the American Revolution

• Exploring the geography of Asia

• Studying the Roman Empire

• Listening to music from Mali

What is one method of assessment mentioned in the lesson?

• Oral presentation

• Essay writing

• Multiple-choice test

• Mansa Musa reader organizer