Lesson Planning
Learn about the trading currencies of Benin and how it changed over time. Make replicas of some of the trading tokens.
Teaching Outcomes:
- To learn about the different currencies used in Benin.
- To make replicas of these trading currencies.
Children will:
- Explain what currencies were used in West Africa.
- Describe what makes a useful currency.
- Improve their mastery of an art technique such as modelling, carving or casting.