a caravan is group of people travelling together on camels, usually to sell things

a scholar is a person who studies a particular subject

Mansa Musa and Timbuktu

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In ‘Significant rulers from the past: what can their stories tell us?’ pupils continue to develop their chronological understanding whilst being introduced to various substantive concepts that relate to ruling. In ‘Queen Victoria: how did Britain change during her lifetime?’ pupils build on this in a depth study of a significant individual and the period in which they ruled.

In ‘Significant explorers: how has seafaring changed over time?’ pupils developed their chronological framework, studying a theme that introduced change and continuity across a long time span. In ‘Significant rulers from the past: what can their stories tell us?’ they continue to develop chronological understanding whilst being introduced to various substantive concepts that relate to ruling.

Stories about significant rulers from the past give students an understanding of key ideas related to early rulers, such as struggles for power and religious influence. They learn about specific rulers from different times and places, helping students build a chronological framework.

Significant rulers from the past: what can their stories tell us?

Depiction of scary, confusing or unsettling events or characters placed in danger, including creation of a scary atmosphere through the use of music and sound.

Depiction or discussion of upsetting content

Mansa Musa improved cities across the Mali Empire.

a person who studies a particular subject

What did scholars come to Timbuktu to study?

Mansa Musa ruled the Mali Empire 700 years ago.

How many miles was Mansa Musa's pilgrimage?

What was created that showed Mansa Musa's wealth?

What travelled with Mansa Musa on his pilgrimage?

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Mansa Musa improved cities across the Mali Empire.