Why Explore?

Why Explore Readings - Chp 2.1

readings

These 6 short readings offer insights into the many motivations of European explorers to head out into the unknown during the Age of Exploration.

Why Explore Notes Sheet 1819

Notes Sheet

One member of your jigsaw reading group should make a copy of this notes sheet and share it with the other group members. 

Each group member will then enter the notes related to his or her specific reading.

movable typeset

Why Johannes Gutenberg's printing press may be one of the greatest inventions of the last millennium.

Gutenberg printing press

See a real printing press in action!

West African Kingdoms.pdf

West AFrican Kingdoms

Read through the following slides to learn about three powerful West African kingdoms: Ghana, Mali, and Songhai. As you read, pay attention to similarities and differences between the three kingdoms. Also, ask yourself about the connections to trade and exploration.