World History MSMS

Traditional African music comes from many different sounds and rhythms. Every culture in Africa contributed to it’s development. Some used drums, while others used wind and string instruments. African music was handed down from one generation to another.

Enslaved Africans sometimes relied on music to remind them of their homeland. Songs of hardship developed into the blues, gospel and jazz. These genres led to ragtime, rock n’ roll, pop, hip-hop and the rap you hear today.

How does music play a role in your life? How do you listen to it? When do you listen to it? What do you listen to? Can you imagine your life without music?

Africa: Section 2 PowerPoint

FAB — Mon, 18 Oct 2010 17:53:35 +0000

Islam in Africa

Africa: Section 1 PowerPoints

FAB — Wed, 13 Oct 2010 12:25:35 +0000

Rain Forest Kingdoms & East Africa

West African Kingdoms

History of Ramadan

FAB — Mon, 13 Sep 2010 16:34:36 +0000

Click here for the history of Ramadan

Islam PowerPoint

FAB — Fri, 10 Sep 2010 14:04:47 +0000

Attached is the link of Section 1′s PowerPoint

Hi 8B

FAB — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 12:20:05 +0000

Welcome back to MSMS. As 8th graders you have an important academic year ahead of you. Together, we are going to have a great year!

This is our class blog where you will be able to post any comments, questions, or concerns regarding class. The blog will also serve as a website housing important handouts, PowerPoints, dates and reminders. I am excited for the upcoming school year and can’t wait to read what you post.

Ms. DiSipio