Exploring Mali: A Young Person's Guide to Ancient Civilization

An excellent resource for teachers and students. Provides accurate history and culture of the Ancient Mali kingdom with rich details and illustrations. The young reader will learn about the physical geography, economy, people, leaders and rich culture of this ancient civilization. Written at a 3.0 grade level with interest level for elementary and middle school level. Contains retelling of Griot version of the Sundiata (hungering lion king) story.