African Kings and Queens KS1-Six Week Lesson Plan

Meet the kings and queens who helped shape Africa's story.

From Cleopatra VII in Ancient Egypt to Yaa Asantewaa, the Queen Mother who led her people against British colonial rule in 1900, Africa's rulers have stories of courage, leadership and determination to tell.

This six-week pack introduces children aged 5–7 to six rulers from across the African continent, one each week. Through storytelling, art, music and drama, children build a timeline spanning different kingdoms and empires. 

CHOOSE YOUR EDITION:

Family Edition: Each week includes a fully written read-aloud, hands-on Let's create activity, printable activities, a simple materials list using everyday items, digital historical poster, and Let's Talk discussion prompts. No research or lesson planning needed.

School Edition: Six weeks of teacher-led learning, ready to teach. Includes a Teacher Guide, Visual Story World slideshow, immersive story scripts, pupil workbook, quiz, extended learning, assessment checklists and curriculum mapping. Connects English, Art, Music, Drama and History.

Download once. Open the pack. Start your story.