Facts on Africa
These are the facts:
-Africa is the second largest continent
-The equator runs through the middle of Africa
-Africa is surrounded by the Atlantic and Indian Oceans
-Africa has deserts, rain forest, and grassy savannas
-It has the largest desert and the longest river in the world
-There are over fifty countries on this continent
Glossary on Kenya - you could type this up and use this for your key words
Fact or Fiction worksheet
The Simpsons in Kenya
Watch the dvd of the Simpsons in Africa and write down the stereotypes.
If you want to type up your work to make it look neater you will find the powerpoint here.
You could then stick this in your exercise book.
Where is Kenya ?
Eastern Africa, bordering the Indian Ocean, between Somalia and Tanzania
Region: Africa Coordinates: 1° North, 38° East
The flag of Kenya was adopted on 12 December 1963. It is based on the black over red over green flag of KANU (Kenya African National Union), the party that led the fight for freedom and independence. The colours symbolize black majority, blood and natural wealth. On independence the white fimbriation was added, symbolizing peace. The defence of freedom is symbolized by a traditional Masai shield and two spears.
Željko Heimer, 24 Feb 1996
![[Kenyan president]](http://www.crwflags.com/fotw/images/k/ke).gif)
The shape of the shield and spears are those used by the Masai tribe. Harambee is the motto of the chief political party KANU (Kenya African National Union) and means "all pull together". It was used by the first President Jomo Kenyatta to try to turn 50-60 disparate tribes into one nation at independence. The chicken is the symbol of the KANU. The shield colors represent the struggle for independence - green is the earth, red is the blood of the Mau Mau warriors for independence and black the rich soils. The lions are obviously a key animal in Kenya's wildlife parks.
HOMEWORK CREATE A FACT SHEET ON KENYA
Use this website to help you create your own facts on Kenya
WORKSHEET USED IN CLASS - LOCATING KENYA
