Kids ages 8-9: what was life like in the Mali Empire of West Africa, founded by Sundiata the “Lion King” more than 750 years ago? Join the Central Library for a hands-on program featuring storytelling with traditional West African instruments, trading in an “open-air” market, and an interactive geography lesson with the Frontier Culture Museum!
*This activity is in celebration of MRL’s Big Read and supports 3rd grade Standards of Learning on ancient civilizations*