Sub-Saharan Africa

By Lisa Zamosky

Trade routes gave rise to the ancient kingdoms in Africa, providing a rich history in culture, trade, and tradition. This appealing book will allow readers to explore the civilization, people, culture, religion, history, and traditions of Sub-Saharan Africa through plenty of colorful photos, fascinating facts, a helpful glossary and index, and supportive text. Other highlighted topics include the Kush civilization, Askum Kingdom, Zagwe Dynasty, Ghana, Mansa Musa, Songhai Empire, the language of Swahili, and Zimbabwe. The colorful scrapbook layout and engaging sidebars will leave children interested and intrigued from cover to cover

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0743904389
• ISBN13: 9780743904384
• Release Date: January 2007
• Publisher: Teacher Created Materials
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.8" x 8.8"
• Age Range: 8 to 18 years
• Grade Range: Grade 3 to Postsecondary