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Ecuador Unit Study

From the vibrant rainforests of the Ecuadorian Chocó to the volcanic landscapes of the Galápagos Islands, explore the geography, culture, and traditions of Ecuador with this hands-on, literature-based unit study.

Visit the Galápagos Islands and learn about Charles Darwin’s discoveries through engaging, kid-friendly science activities. Explore Andean music, learn about the virtue of helpfulness, sip a tropical fruit smoothie, and try your hand at art inspired by Ecuadorian artist Julio Toaquiza.

Hands-On Geography and Cultural Activities for Kids

Ecuador, South America unit study, featuring Jason Chin's Island and Lindsay Galvin's A Discovery of Dragons, part of the Global Explorers Club's literature-based homeschool geography curriculum and cultural activities for kids

Our Ecuador 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 encourages 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 Ecuador Unit Study

What you get

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

Ecuador Notebooking Page: Students record important facts, color the national flag, document their favorite discoveries, and draw scenes from Ecuador’s geography, culture, plants, and wildlife.
Ecuador 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 Discovery of Dragons, a fictionalized account of Charles Darwin’s expedition to the Galápagos.
The Writing Revolution Resources: Build writing skills with sentence-based exercises that connect directly to what students are learning about Ecuador.
Galápagos Islands: Explore the Galápagos Islands through engaging stories and hands-on science activities focused on ocean currents, adaptation, biodiversity, and natural selection.
Creative Arts: Listen to traditional Andean music and explore the work of Ecuadorian artist Julio Toaquiza.
Cooking Class: Make a tropical fruit smoothie using ingredients from Ecuador.
Global Games: Learn how to play Cuarenta, a popular trick-taking card game enjoyed by families throughout Ecuador.

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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 Ecuador unit study overview sheet, a country-specific Global Explorers cookbook page, our Discover Ecuador: 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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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 Ecuador 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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Make the Most of Your Ecuador 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 Ecuador 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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