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DRC Unit Study

Discover the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) with our hands-on, literature-based unit study that includes lessons in geography, language arts, science, music, math, and more.

Students will read and discuss A Leaf for Bongani, learn about the importance of insects and the African rainforest ecosystem, explore the ancient Ishango Bone, create sand drawings inspired by the Chokwe people, design Bakuba and Mbuti textile art, prepare a tropical fruit plate, and play traditional games like Kisolo and Nzango.

Hands-On Geography and Cultural Activities for Kids

Our Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) 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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How This Unit Study Works

Global Explorers unit studies are literature-based frameworks built around curated books, mapwork, journaling, and cultural activities. Books and some media resources are referenced but not included. Each study provides structured lesson plans and ready-to-use printables, guiding families as they gather materials and explore together.

What’s Included in the DRC Unit Study

What you get

With your purchase

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

DRC Notebooking Page: Students record important facts, color the national flag, document their favorite discoveries, and draw scenes from the Democratic Republic of Congo’s geography, culture, plants, and wildlife.
DRC 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.
Literature Study: Read and discuss A Leaf for Bongani by Claire Ishi Ayetoro.
The Writing Revolution Resources: Build writing skills with sentence-based exercises that connect directly to what students are learning about the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Science Notebooking: Explore the important role insects play in our world.
Math Exploration: Investigate the Ishango Bone, one of the world’s oldest mathematical artifacts, and discuss early counting systems.
Copywork: Explore proverbs from Africa while strengthening handwriting and comprehension skills.
Creative Arts: Create sand drawings inspired by the Chokwe people and explore Bakuba and Mbuti textile art.
Cooking Class: Prepare a tropical fruit plate while exploring foods grown in equatorial climates.
Global Games: Play Kisolo and Nzango, traditional Congolese games that build coordination and strategic thinking.

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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 DRC unit study overview sheet, a country-specific Global Explorers cookbook page, our Discover the Democratic Republic of Congo: Bingo Challenge activity, and much more. You’ll also get access to our optional Notion 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

Our DRC 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 and culture, 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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Our Africa 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 the Democratic Republic of Congo 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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