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Kenya Unit Study

Discover the rich culture and history of Kenya with our hands-on, secular Kenya Unit Study. Meet Wangarĩ Maathai, the founder of the Green Belt Movement, create Maasai-inspired beadwork, learn how to cook mandazi, and play traditional Kenyan games like Kumbuka, Giuthi, Nyama-Nyama-Nyama, and Shisima. This unit study is designed for families who love hands-on learning!

Discover Kenya

Kenya unit study curriculum and resources from The Global Explorers Club

Kenya unit study, featuring Wangari Maathai, Shisima, Eat2Explore Kenyan Cuisine, and Circle Round

Kenya, Africa unit study homeschool notebooking - wangari maathai

Kenya Unit Study books and resources, When Stars Are Scattered, Planting the Trees of Kenya, Shisima, Eat2Explore, and Circle Round

Explore Kenya with the Global Explorers Club!Our secular unit study weaves together geography, literature, art, music, and more into an exciting, hands-on learning adventure for the entire family.

Learning Highlights:

Cultural Exploration: Experience the vibrant world of Kenya through engaging stories like Mama Panya’s Pancakes and Bringing the Rain to Kapiti Plain. Meet environmentalist Wangarĩ Maathai, and explore the experiences of Omar and his brother Hassan in When Stars Are Scattered, a National Book Award Finalist that tells the story of growing up in a refugee camp in Kenya.
Hands-On Activities: Learn how to cook mandazi, play several traditional games such as Kumbuka, Giuthi, Nyama-Nyama-Nyama, and Shisima, and create your own Maasai-inspired beadwork.

IMPORTANT: Our Kenya unit study is included in our [Africa Continent Bundle], which includes 16 country studies, plus numerous high-quality printable resources and activities. Members have exclusive access to the Global Explorers Club Resource Library, where new materials are regularly made available to you at no extra cost!

The Kenya unit study includes a unit planning sheet, detailed lesson plans, Global Explorer’s Journal pages, mapwork activity sheets, The Writing Revolution sentence exercises, a spelling activity, a list of supplemental resources, suggested learning extensions, and over a dozen additional printable educational resources.

Additionally, you’ll have access to a customizable Notion curriculum database that will help you easily plan and organize your unit.

Start by reviewing the Unit Study Overview Sheet to familiarize yourself with the suggested lessons and activities.
Print the included resources for each country found in the Global Explorers documents.
Use the Unit Study Overview Sheet as your daily guide, exploring activities like mapwork, journaling, literature, art, music, and cooking.
Use the Resources sheet for additional links to online resources.
Browse the Supplemental Learning Extensions sheet for even more activities to explore.

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What you get

with the Kenya Unit Study

With your purchase of the Kenya unit study, you’ll receive a complete set of resources, including detailed lesson plans, engaging activities, and access to a Notion curriculum database, all designed to provide a fun, hands-on, family-style learning experience.

Unit Study Overview Sheet: A unit planner to help guide your journey through Kenya’s rich culture and history.
Comprehensive Lesson Plans: Detailed plans that ensure a well-rounded exploration of Kenya, with activities like mapwork, language arts, creative art projects, and more.
Global Explorer’s Journal: A dedicated notebooking page for Kenya, where students can record information about the country.
Mapwork Activity Sheets: Students will create personalized maps, record observations, and learn about Kenya’s geography and regions.
The Writing Revolution Exercises: Writing activities that reinforce understanding of Kenya’s geography and culture.
“Making Words” Spelling Activity: A simple way for students to practice phonemic awareness through themed vocabulary.
Traditional Games: Learn and play several traditional Kenyan games such as Kumbuka, Giuthi, Nyama-Nyama-Nyama, and Shisima while exploring Kenyan culture.
Book Discussion Guide: Read and discuss several award-winning books based in Kenya, including When Stars are Scattered, Seeds of Change: Planting a Path to Peace, Mama Panya’s Pancakes, and Bringing the Rain to Kapiti Plain.
Supplemental Resources: A curated list of additional books, websites, and videos to expand your study.
Suggested Learning Extensions: Ideas for further exploration, allowing you to customize the study to your family’s interests and needs.
Extra Resources: Enjoy additional resources like a food chain pyramid, vocabulary journal, student reading tickets, a reading log, a virtues poster, Wonder Wall activity sheet, flag-making cards, and more.

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

The Kenya unit study is designed for both elementary and middle school students, with activities that can be adapted to different age levels and learning styles. It’s a good idea to familiarize yourself with When Stars Are Scattered to gauge its appropriateness for your children.

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

Yes, the curriculum is secular and designed to be inclusive for all families.

The Kenya unit study covers geography, history, language arts and literature, cooking, creative arts, and cultural studies, providing a well-rounded educational experience.

Yes, the unit study includes a list of supplemental resources, including books, videos, and websites, to enhance learning.