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The Construction of Baghdad

Topics Year 4/5
This unit is part of Early Islamic Civilisation - NEW LOOK Baghdad - NEW LOOK

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Objectives

History

  • To know features of the Round City.
  • To discuss what we can learn about Al-Mansur from the city he built.

Enquiry question
What does Al-Mansur’s city tell us about him as a ruler?

Outcomes
Children will:

  • Read descriptions of Baghdad and create our own artist’s impression.
  • Compare and discuss other artist’s impressions.
  • Discuss what we can learn about Al-Mansur from the city that he built.

You Will Also Need

Large sheets of paper

Weblinks
Video clip about the building of Al-Mansur’s Baghdad

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