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Bolivia Unit Study

From the vast salt flats of Uyuni to the high-altitude grasslands of the Altiplano, explore the geography, culture, and traditions of Bolivia with this hands-on, literature-based unit study.

Meet famed South American leader Simón Bolívar, listen to Andean music, read folk tales, explore Bolivian art with artist Roberto Mamani Mamani, cook up a batch of buñuelos, and discuss the importance of idealism as a character virtue.

Hands-On Geography and Cultural Activities for Kids

Our Bolivia unit study is designed for both homeschool families and classroom educators. Whether you’re supplementing your social studies curriculum or building a full geography unit, this resource invites students to discover a world of learning through a variety of stories, lessons, and hands-on activities.

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💡Need help getting started? View our Quick Start Guide for South America for simple tips on using our curriculum and planning your week.

What’s Included in the Bolivia Unit Study

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Explore Bolivia through geography, literature, science, art, and hands-on learning activities with our ready-to-use printables and an optional digital planning tool.

Bolivia Notebooking Page: Students record important facts, color the national flag, document their favorite discoveries, and draw scenes from Bolivia’s geography, culture, plants, and wildlife.
Bolivia Mapwork Activity: Students will locate major cities, geographical features, and cultural landmarks on an outline map and are encouraged to personalize their maps with illustrations, labels, and symbols that reflect what they’ve learned about the country.
Biography: Learn about Simón Bolívar’s impact on Bolivia’s independence and legacy in South America.
The Writing Revolution Resources: Build writing skills with sentence-based exercises that connect directly to what students are learning about Bolivia.
Salt Flats & Evaporation: Explore the science behind the Salar de Uyuni and learn about the water cycle and evaporation.
Creative Arts: Listen to traditional Andean music and explore the colorful, symbolic work of Bolivian artist Roberto Mamani Mamani.
Cooking Class: Make buñuelos, a sweet and fluffy fried treat often enjoyed during festivals.
Global Games: Play La Thunkuna, a traditional Bolivian children’s game.

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Bonus Printables & Planning Tools

Along with your core activities, you’ll receive a collection of extras to support flexible learning, including our Bolivia unit study overview sheet, a country-specific Global Explorers cookbook page, our Discover Bolivia: Bingo Challenge activity, and much more. You’ll also get access to our optional Notion digital planning tool to help keep your lessons organized and easy to navigate.

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who we are

At the Global Explorers Club, we believe in an education that respects each child’s unique personhood, fosters a love of learning, and embraces the diversity of the world. Our unit studies are designed with flexibility and freedom in mind, allowing your family to explore each topic at your own pace and according to your interests. Whether you’re completing every activity or selecting just a few, the goal is to inspire a sense of wonder and connection to the world.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Our Bolivia unit study is best suited for ages 6–12, but activities can easily be adapted for younger or older learners.

The duration is flexible and depends on how deeply you want to explore each topic. On average, you might spend 2-4 weeks on this unit.

You’ll receive PDF files for easy printing, plus an optional Notion database for digital planning.

Subjects covered include geography, social studies, language arts and literature, science, creative arts, cooking, games, and character education.

Yes! This resource is ideal for homeschool and classroom use. Many teachers use it as part of world geography, social studies, or cultural enrichment.

Yes, the unit study includes a curated list of books, websites, and extension ideas to support continued learning and exploration.

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The Global Explorers Club's South America unit study, a secular geography homeschool curriculum featuring Notion planning tool

Make the Most of Your Bolivia Unit Study

Ready to dive in but not sure where to begin?

Our South America Quick Start Guide walks you through how to plan your week, use the printable resources and Notion planner, and adapt the lessons to your schedule. Whether you’re learning about Bolivia over a few days or stretching it into a full unit, this guide will help you make the most of your time together.

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