This is a fun and creative research project on West African People. In it, students will research an important West African leader, determine symbols and colors that would represent their biographical experiences, and then create a Griot (storytelling) mask of the character. Some Great West African Leaders: Mansa Musa, Queen Amina, Queen Nzinga, Shaka Zulu, Shamba Bolongongo, King Sonni Ali, King Mwana Ngana Ndumba Tembo, Queen Asantewa, King Oba Oduduwa, King Bahanzin Hossu Bowelle – aka. The