Medieval and Early Modern World History
Era Four: Expanding Zones of
Exchange and Encounter
(300–1000 CE)
Ghana: Medieval Trading Empire of West Africa
This unit focuses on pre-colonial Ghana providing students with an introduction to the internal dynamics of an important African Kingdom of the medieval era. Students will explore the ancient Kingdom of Ghana, a thriving center of trade in the Western Sudan, boasting advanced technology and a sophisticated social organization. 36 p. Grades 5–8
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[NH107-LA6] $14.95 Reproducible
The Byzantine Empire In the Age of Justinian
The reign of the Emperor Justinian was a turning point in the history of the Mediterranean region. The source documents in this unit draw students into the sixth century Byzantine world to examine a variety of important topics: Justinian’s law code, the Nika Revolt, the Vandal Wars, the building of Hagia Sophia the growth of Christianity, and the contributions of Empress Theodora. Critical reading of the historian Procopius’ unfriendly commentary on the Emperor and Empress will invite discussion of bias in an ancient text.
70 p. Grades 7 –10
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[NH152-LA6] $16.95 Reproducible
Muslim Women Through the Centuries
Co-Published with the Council for Islamic Education
This unit focuses on the experiences of Muslim women in history. During the long process of the development of Muslim civilization, views toward women, their legal rights, and their social status have evolved. Students are introduced to the sources of Islamic beliefs and ideals (the Qur’an and the Prophetic Tradition) regarding women’s rights and roles, and then compare and contrast those with popular practices in different eras. Lessons cover topics such as women’s involvement in politics, and their contributions to Islamic civilization in the forms of art, architecture, and literature. 51 p. Grades 7–12
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[NH157-LA6] $16.95 Reproducible
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