Conflict+in+Africa



The African continent is home to the first civilizations on the face of the Earth. Even though civilizations have flourished on the African continent for thousands of years, many African countries find themselves in a state of unrest. Dictators are hording supplies, warring factions are murdering each day and many Africans live in a state of uncertainty each and every day of their lives. Will there be medicine to care for the sick? Will there be enough to eat? Will I see my family members killed today by a gang of rebel soldiers?

These questions are faced by many Africans each day. Why is this so? What is the cause of conflict on the African continent? Why is peace so hard to come by?

7th Grade Social Studies students will be researching various conflicts in Africa. After finding information, students will share their knowledge by posting to the Scorpion Social Studies wiki. After everyone has had the opportunity to view the wiki, then we will work together to try to find answers to the problems facing millions of Africans today.