5
Brochures to Study Countries of
Africa
How to Use This Resource:
Print these brochures and cut around each page. Lightly glue each corresponding brochure
page together so each brochure has a front to back. If desired, send through the laminator.
Carefully fold into thirds using the black lines as guides. These brochures would be great to
put into a continent study box or independent center. They can be used in small groups to
then present in front of the class or the teacher can read it aloud. There are a lot of great
ways to use this resource! Take advantage of the additional resources including the mini flags
to put on your map, the coloring page maps for each country featured and the booklet
students can complete about each country.
Let me know if you have any questions about
how to use this resource!
From,
Simply School Girl
Service Project Opportunity
Visit trueafrica.org
to learn about how your class can serve children who live in Uganda.
This non-profit helps at-risk children get education and other basic
needs covered. Your classroom could sponsor a student or provide a
few school supplies. They can even send a goat to a child their age!
It might even just be a fun website to explore with your students to
learn a little bit about what it’s like to go to school in Uganda.
Metric System
The following set of
animal cards uses metric
measurements. Please
pay attention to which
cards you are printing
and choose the
measurement system
your classroom uses.
South Africa
South African Food
Africa
Before refrigeration, South African tribes
preserved meat by dry curing. It was called biltong.
They thinly sliced meat, cured it with vinegar, salt,
sugar, and spices, and then hung it to dry. The
finished product is much like a flavorful jerky. Biltong
can be made from
springbok, ostrich,
or wild boar meat.
Droewors is another
way to preserve
meat in South
Africa. It is an
air-dried sausage usually made from beef and mixed
with other ground meats and spices. It's traditionally
served in a coiled shape and cooked on a barbecue.
The name boerewors means "farmer sausage." Pap
means "porridge" and is a staple in South Africa. It's a
starchy hot cereal dish made from white corn maize.
is located on the continent of
South Africa is the southernmost country in
Africa and has 2,800 kilometers of coastline on
the South Atlantic and Indian Oceans. It has a
population of over 57 million people. 80% of
South Africans are of African ancestry. The other
20% is made up of different ethnic groups,
including European, Asian, Indian, and mixed races.
It is served with meat, salad, and stews.
Braai means "burn the meat" in the Zulu language. It
is barbecued meat, frequently sold on the side of
the road. On the weekends, many braai stands are
set up, and you can choose from beef, pork, lamb,
and sausages. Delicious!
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South
Africa
Money
South Africans use the rand as
currency. The Rand is broken into
100 cents. 1 South African rand
equals only 7 cents in U.S. dollars.
South Africa speaks
Afrikaans
Because South Africa has a large variety of
ethnic groups, there are 11 official languages
spoken there and many more unofficial languages.
Afrikaans, a Dutch-based language, is the most
frequently spoken language. English is second.
Other Bantu languages are spoken such as Zulu,
Xhosa, Sotho
Nelson Mandela
Nelson Mandela was South Africa’s
first black president. He won the
Nobel Prize in 1993 for encouraging
peace through non-violent means
and helping South Africa transition
from segregation.
Clothing
Most people living in South Africa wear western
clothing, but their traditional clothing is fascinating. A
woman would wear skirts made of grass, cowhide, or
cotton strings. They decorated themselves with many
beads. Men wore animal skins and feathers. The type of
skins indicated the status of the person wearing them.
For example, leopard skins were reserved for royalty or
chiefs.
Cradle of Humankind
This site contains human remains
thought to be over 160,000 years
old. The remains have provided
important clues about how early
humans developed and lived.
Although early humans may
have lived all over Africa, their remains have only been
preserved at sites where the conditions were just right.
The remains here are found in limestone caves where
conditions allowed for the formation and preservation of
fossils.
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Animals
Some of the amazing animals found here are
the springbok, lions, elephants, buffalo, rhinos,
leopards, baboons, hippos, ostriches, and more!
Mining
South Africa is one of the
world’s largest producers
of valuable resources such
as platinum, gold, coal, iron
ore, and diamonds.
Unpolished and uncut diamonds
It began when a diamond was discovered on the
banks of a river in 1867. Other gold and diamond
rushes prompted the development of the mining
economy in South Africa.
Egypt
is located on the continent of
Africa
Ancient Egypt
Egypt has one of the longest histories
of any country. Egypt can trace its
heritage back to nearly 6,000 B.C. It’s
considered a cradle of civilization and
saw some of the earliest developments
of writing, farming, religion, and
government. The ancient Egyptian name of the
country was written like this:
This name means “Black Land”
which is most likely referring to
the fertile black soils of the Nile flood plains.
Egyptian Food
Egypt has 95 million inhabitants, which makes
it the most populous country in North Africa and
the Middle East. It’s the 25th most populous
country in the world. Most of its citizens live on
the banks of the Nile River where it’s easier to
live and farm.
Ful is a standard breakfast eaten in Egypt. It's
pronounced "fool" and is made from fava beans cooked
with oil and salt. Ful is eaten with eggs, cheese, pita
bread, or made into a sandwich. Falafel are small fried
balls made from fava beans. They are crushed and
then mixed with cilantro, parsley, onion, garlic, and
leeks. Sahlab is Egypt's favorite warm drink made from
hot milk mixed with powdered orchid roots. Often,
people add
vanilla, sugar,
and
cinnamon.
Some top it
with coconut,
pistachios, or
raisins.
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E x p l o re
E g y pt
Money
Egypt uses
pounds for currency.
1 Egyptian pound is
equal to about
half of a U.S. dollar. Each pound is divided into
100 piastres.
Creating the Calendar
Each year, the Nile River flooded during
certain seasons. The ancient Egyptians relied upon
this flooding and learned how to track, follow, and
predict these
flooding
patterns. They
created a 365day calendar to
help them
predict and plan
for the annual
river floodings.
Clothing
Many Egyptians wear western
clothing. Since Egypt is a hot place,
many people tend to wear loose,
light, cotton clothing. However,
because its a very religious place,
many choose to wear clothing with
higher necklines, long pants and
skirts, and a head covering. In
upper Egypt, many wear a galabiya,
which is a loose-fitting ankle-length
robe along with a turban.
Islam
Islam is the official
religion in Egypt. Over
90% of Egyptians
practice Islam. Almost all
Egyptian Muslims are
Sunnis. 8-12% of
Egyptians are Christian.
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Desert
Over 90% of Egypt is covered by two desert
areas: The Sahara desert and the Eastern Desert.
Because of this, Egyptians have relied on camels
to help them travel through the desert. Camels
can carry loads up to 408 kilos. Camel hides made
tents. Camel meat is tough but tasty, and its milk
is even more nutritious than cow milk. Camel dung
is fuel for fires. Many desert nomads still use
camels, but modern Egyptians rarely use camels.
Now, tourists enjoy riding and racing them, and
the camel continues to be a symbol of the
deserts of Egypt!
Uganda
is located on the continent of
Africa
Gorillas
One of Uganda’s highlights is its mountain gorilla
population. One-half of all living gorillas worldwide live
wild in Uganda. Most live in the Bwindi Impenetrable
Forest or Mgahina Gorilla Park. Tourists come especially
to trek and see the wild gorillas. These gorillas are
intensely protected because they are endangered
because of
poaching,
habitat loss,
disease, and
war.
Ugandan Food
Uganda is in East-Central Africa and is
entirely landlocked. Uganda is in the African Great
Lakes area, and a large portion in the south is
covered by Lake Victoria. Uganda is right on the
equator, which creates a warm tropical climate
that consistently hovers between 24-30 degrees C.
43 million people live in Uganda.
One of the main staples in Uganda is posho, which
is a ground meal made from white maize corn. It is
boiled into a hot porridge and usually eaten plain. It is
so common that Ugandans often refer to it as “food.”
Matooke is another staple. It is made from steamed or
boiled green bananas and is usually served with a
sauce made of peanuts, beans, fish, or meat. Ugandans
also eat many fresh fruits, root vegetables, and
starchy
roots,
including
yams and
cassava
root.
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Uganda
Uganda Speaks
English and Luganda
English is the official language however,
Luganda is one of the other major languages
spoken in Uganda.
You can say hello in Luganda by saying:
“Oliotya!”
You can say thank you in Luganda by saying
“Weebale”
Ugandans are a very friendly people and it’s
important to greet everyone you meet. They love to
shake hands. As you reach out your right hand to
shake, lightly hold your right elbow or forearm with
your left hand to show extra respect. Don’t be
surprised if the handshake is very prolonged or
continues as light
hand-holding. This
is a sign of
friendship,
endearment, and
trust.
Clothing
Ugandans place high importance on wearing
modest, neat clothing. They often take great care to
wash and press their clothing, especially when going to
their job or the city. Although many Ugandans wear
western clothing, it’s still common to see traditional
dress. Men wear the kanzu which is a long white robe
worn with the traditional Kofia cap. Women wear a
Gomesi which
is a dress tied
around the
waist with
puffed high
shoulders.
Tropical Fruits
Because of its tropical climate,
many delicious fruits grow easily
in Uganda, including jackfruits,
mangoes, bananas, pineapple,
avocado, and papaya.
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Football
The most beloved
sport is football. Although
they have organized and
professional teams,
people play all the time
casually without official
fields, nets, or balls.
Boda Boda
Many Ugandans get around on Boda Bodas. If
you need a ride in Uganda, you can call to a Boda
Boda driver to
take you anywhere
you need to go.
These drivers are
amazing at fitting
several people,
animals, and cargo
onto their tiny
motorcycles!
Ethiopia
Running
Africa
Ethiopians are
famous for being
amazing longdistance runners.
Some believe this is
because Ethiopian’s
lungs are strong
because of the high
altitude or genetic factors. The truth is, Ethiopians just
love to run! It's a part of their culture! They challenge
themselves and find new places to run. They love to
train by “following each other’s feet.”
is located on the continent of
Ethiopian Food
Ethiopia is located in the northeastern part of
Africa called the "Horn of Africa." Ethiopia has
over 102 million residents and is the most
populous landlocked country in the entire world.
Its capital city is Addis Ababa. For thousands of
years, Ethiopia has been ruled by a monarchy,
which government was established by the famous
Queen of Sheba. It is now a democratic
government.
Kinche is a common breakfast, similar to oatmeal.
It is a mixture of cracked wheat, oats, and barley.
Kinche is flavored with a spiced butter. A much-loved
food is wat; a thick
stew served on top
of a large sourdough
flatbread. Coffee,
which is said to have
originated in Ethiopia, is
served after every meal in a
coffee ceremony. You will find
many vegetarian dishes in
Ethiopia because of religious
periods of fasting from animal
products.
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Ethiopia
Money
The currency of
Ethiopia is the
Ethiopian birr. One birr
is equal to just three
pennies in U.S. dollars.
Ethiopoia speaks
Amharic and Oromo
Amharic is the official
language of Ethiopia,
although only about 30%
of the population speaks
that language. 35% of
Ethiopians speak Oromo.
Independence
Ethiopia is the only African country never to
have been brought under colonial control. Ethiopians
are very proud of this fact! Ethiopian militia
succeeded in keeping Ethiopia in the hands of
Ethiopians.
Mountains
Body Decorations
In some tribes,
it is still common
for women to wear
large pottery or
wooden plates in
their lower lips. The
plate is inserted into
a piercing that
stretches the lip.
These plates are a
sign of social status. The larger the plate, the more
wealth and status the woman has in her village. Several
tribes in Ethiopia are
famous for their body
painting. They use natural
resources such as charcoal,
yellow mineral rock, white
chalk, and iron ore to draw
designs and patterns onto
their bodies each day.
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Most of Africa’s mountains lie in Ethiopia and
the Ethiopian Highlands are the largest and
longest mountain ranges on the continent.
.
Human History
Archaeologists have found many clues to our
past in Ethiopia. One crucial clue was finding
“Lucy,” a 3.2 million-year-old skeleton believed to
be an ancestor of our human species. Since her
discovery, an even older skeleton was found
named “Ardi” who was 1 million years older than
Lucy.
Archaeologists
trace the
beginnings of
humankind to
Ethiopia.
Zimbabwe
is located on the continent of
Africa
Shona Stone Sculpture
Zimbabwe is famous for
its arts, including pottery,
basketry, jewelry, and
carving. They are famous for
symmetrically woven
baskets, and stools carved
out of just one piece of
wood. But mostly they are
famous for stone shona
sculpture.
Zimbabwean Food
Zimbabwe is a landlocked country in southern
Africa. It has a population of 16 million people. The
country is mostly savanna, but it does have some
tropical and hardwood forests and beautiful rivers.
Zimbabwe boasts of the highest literacy rate in
Africa at 90%! However, they do struggle with a
low life-expectancy. Men live an average of only
37 years, and women live an average of only 34
years. Why do you think that might be?
Bota is a typical
breakfast food. It’s a
porridge made from
cornmeal. Usually, peanut
butter or regular butter
is added to add flavor.
The Zimbabweans love to
eat chicken and rice
served with a cabbage salad. Other favorite foods
include Nhedzi soup, which is made from wild
mushrooms and
meat from wild
game such as
ostrich, crocodiles, or
warthogs. Peanuts,
fruits, termites, and
caterpillars are eaten
seasonally.
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Z i m b a bwe
Money
The official currency in
Zimbabwe is the U.S. dollar and
the South African rand. Several
other forms of currency are also
used including euros, pounds, rupees, and yen.
Zimbabwe abandoned its own currency after a
problem with inflation.
Victoria Falls
Millions of tourists
come each year to visit
Victoria Falls on the
Zambezi River. Locals
call it “Mosi-oa-Tunya”
which means “The
Smoke That Thunders.”
It is the largest fall in
the world and can be
heard from over 40
kilometers away.
Clothing
Headwraps, earrings, and
necklaces are essentials for the
traditional costume. Men wore a
breastplate made of animal skins.
Husbands would give their wives
copper or metal rings called idzilla
to wear on her arms, legs, and
neck to symbolize his wealth and status.
Zimbabwe speaks
English, Shona, and Ndebele
Zimbabwe has 16 official languages. English is spoken
for government,
education, and
business. 70%
of the
population
speaks Shona
and 20% speak
Ndebele.
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Hwange
National Park
This national park is
known for being one of the
best elephant sanctuaries in
all of Africa. Over 40,000
elephants live here! Tourists
also love to observe 100
other African mammal
species such as the rhino,
leopard, and lion.
Mbira Music
This small hand-held instrument is called the mbira
and has been
played for over
1,000 years in
Zimbabwe. It’s
sometimes
referred to as a
“thumb piano’.
Imperial System
The following set of
animal cards uses
imperial measurements.
Please pay attention to
which cards you are
printing and choose the
measurement system
your classroom uses.
South Africa
South African Food
Africa
Before refrigeration, South African tribes
preserved meat by dry curing. It was called biltong.
They thinly sliced meat, cured it with vinegar, salt,
sugar, and spices, and then hung it to dry. The
finished product is much like a flavorful jerky. Biltong
can be made from
springbok, ostrich,
or wild boar meat.
Droewors is another
way to preserve
meat in South
Africa. It is an
air-dried sausage usually made from beef and mixed
with other ground meats and spices. It's traditionally
served in a coiled shape and cooked on a barbecue.
The name boerewors means "farmer sausage." Pap
means "porridge" and is a staple in South Africa. It's a
starchy hot cereal dish made from white corn maize.
is located on the continent of
South Africa is the southernmost country in
Africa and has 1,739 miles of coastline on the
South Atlantic and Indian Oceans. It has a
population of over 57 million people. 80% of
South Africans are of African ancestry. The other
20% is made up of different ethnic groups,
including European, Asian, Indian, and mixed races.
It is served with meat, salad, and stews.
Braai means "burn the meat" in the Zulu language. It
is barbecued meat, frequently sold on the side of
the road. On the weekends, many braai stands are
set up, and you can choose from beef, pork, lamb,
and sausages. Delicious!
© Simply Schoolgirl
E x p l o re
South
Africa
Money
South Africans use the rand as
currency. The Rand is broken into
100 cents. 1 South African rand
equals only 7 cents in U.S. dollars.
South Africa speaks
Afrikaans
Because South Africa has a large variety of
ethnic groups, there are 11 official languages
spoken there and many more unofficial languages.
Afrikaans, a Dutch-based language, is the most
frequently spoken language. English is second.
Other Bantu languages are spoken such as Zulu,
Xhosa, Sotho
Nelson Mandela
Nelson Mandela was South Africa’s
first black president. He won the
Nobel Prize in 1993 for encouraging
peace through non-violent means
and helping South Africa transition
from segregation.
Clothing
Most people living in South Africa wear western
clothing, but their traditional clothing is fascinating. A
woman would wear skirts made of grass, cowhide, or
cotton strings. They decorated themselves with many
beads. Men wore animal skins and feathers. The type of
skins indicated the status of the person wearing them.
For example, leopard skins were reserved for royalty or
chiefs.
Cradle of Humankind
This site contains human remains
thought to be over 160,000 years
old. The remains have provided
important clues about how early
humans developed and lived.
Although early humans may
have lived all over Africa, their remains have only been
preserved at sites where the conditions were just right.
The remains here are found in limestone caves where
conditions allowed for the formation and preservation of
fossils.
© Simply Schoolgirl
Animals
Some of the amazing animals found here are
the springbok, lions, elephants, buffalo, rhinos,
leopards, baboons, hippos, ostriches, and more!
Mining
South Africa is one of the
world’s largest producers
of valuable resources such
as platinum, gold, coal, iron
ore, and diamonds.
Unpolished and uncut diamonds
It began when a diamond was discovered on the
banks of a river in 1867. Other gold and diamond
rushes prompted the development of the mining
economy in South Africa.
Egypt
is located on the continent of
Africa
Ancient Egypt
Egypt has one of the longest histories
of any country. Egypt can trace its
heritage back to nearly 6,000 B.C. It’s
considered a cradle of civilization and
saw some of the earliest developments
of writing, farming, religion, and
government. The ancient Egyptian name of the
country was written like this:
This name means “Black Land”
which is most likely referring to
the fertile black soils of the Nile flood plains.
Egyptian Food
Egypt has 95 million inhabitants, which makes
it the most populous country in North Africa and
the Middle East. It’s the 25th most populous
country in the world. Most of its citizens live on
the banks of the Nile River where it's easier to
live and farm.
Ful is a standard breakfast eaten in Egypt. It's
pronounced "fool" and is made from fava beans cooked
with oil and salt. Ful is eaten with eggs, cheese, pita
bread, or made into a sandwich. Falafel are small fried
balls made from fava beans. They are crushed and
then mixed with cilantro, parsley, onion, garlic, and
leeks. Sahlab is Egypt's favorite warm drink made from
hot milk mixed with powdered orchid roots. Often,
people add
vanilla, sugar,
and
cinnamon.
Some top it
with coconut,
pistachios, or
raisins.
© Simply Schoolgirl
E x p l o re
E g y pt
Money
Egypt uses
pounds for currency.
1 Egyptian pound is
equal to about
half of a U.S. dollar. Each pound is divided into
100 piastres.
Creating the Calendar
Each year, the Nile River flooded during
certain seasons. The ancient Egyptians relied upon
this flooding and learned how to track, follow, and
predict these
flooding
patterns. They
created a 365day calendar to
help them
predict and plan
for the annual
river floodings.
Clothing
Many Egyptians wear western
clothing. Since Egypt is a hot place,
many people tend to wear loose,
light, cotton clothing. However,
because its a very religious place,
many choose to wear clothing with
higher necklines, long pants and
skirts, and a head covering. In
upper Egypt, many wear a galabiya,
which is a loose-fitting ankle-length
robe along with a turban.
Islam
Islam is the official
religion in Egypt. Over
90% of Egyptians
practice Islam. Almost all
Egyptian Muslims are
Sunnis. 8-12% of
Egyptians are Christian.
© Simply Schoolgirl
Desert
Over 90% of Egypt is covered by two desert
areas: The Sahara desert and the Eastern Desert.
Because of this, Egyptians have relied on camels
to help them travel through the desert. Camels
can carry loads up to 900 pounds. Camel hides
made tents. Camel meat is tough but tasty, and its
milk is even more nutritious than cow milk. Camel
dung is fuel for fires. Many desert nomads still
use camels, but modern Egyptians rarely use
camels. Now, tourists enjoy riding and racing them,
and the camel continues to be a symbol of the
deserts of Egypt!
Uganda
is located on the continent of
Africa
Gorillas
One of Uganda’s highlights is its mountain gorilla
population. One-half of all living gorillas worldwide live
wild in Uganda. Most live in the Bwindi Impenetrable
Forest or Mgahina Gorilla Park. Tourists come especially
to trek and see the wild gorillas. These gorillas are
intensely protected because they are endangered
because of
poaching,
habitat loss,
disease, and
war.
Ugandan Food
Uganda is in East-Central Africa and is
entirely landlocked. Uganda is in the African Great
Lakes area, and a large portion in the south is
covered by Lake Victoria. Uganda is right on the
equator, which creates a warm tropical climate
that consistently hovers between 75-85 degrees F.
43 million people live in Uganda.
One of the main staples in Uganda is posho, which
is a ground meal made from white maize corn. It is
boiled into a hot porridge and usually eaten plain. It is
so common that Ugandans often refer to it as “food.”
Matooke is another staple. It is made from steamed or
boiled green bananas and is usually served with a
sauce made of peanuts, beans, fish, or meat. Ugandans
also eat many fresh fruits, root vegetables, and
starchy
roots,
including
yams and
cassava
root.
© Simply Schoolgirl
E x p l o re
Uganda
Uganda Speaks
English and Luganda
English is the official language however,
Luganda is one of the other major languages
spoken in Uganda.
You can say hello in Luganda by saying:
“Oliotya!”
You can say thank you in Luganda by saying
“Weebale”
Ugandans are a very friendly people and it’s
important to greet everyone you meet. They love to
shake hands. As you reach out your right hand to
shake, lightly hold your right elbow or forearm with
your left hand to show extra respect. Don’t be
surprised if the handshake is very prolonged or
continues as light
hand-holding. This
is a sign of
friendship,
endearment, and
trust.
Clothing
Ugandans place high importance on wearing
modest, neat clothing. They often take great care to
wash and press their clothing, especially when going to
their job or the city. Although many Ugandans wear
western clothing, it’s still common to see traditional
dress. Men wear the kanzu which is a long white robe
worn with the traditional Kofia cap. Women wear a
Gomesi which
is a dress tied
around the
waist with
puffed high
shoulders.
Tropical Fruits
Because of its tropical climate,
many delicious fruits grow easily
in Uganda, including jackfruits,
mangoes, bananas, pineapple,
avocado, and papaya.
© Simply Schoolgirl
Football
The most beloved
sport is football. Although
they have organized and
professional teams,
people play all the time
casually without official
fields, nets, or balls.
Boda Boda
Many Ugandans get around on Boda Bodas. If
you need a ride in Uganda, you can call to a Boda
Boda driver to
take you anywhere
you need to go.
These drivers are
amazing at fitting
several people,
animals, and cargo
onto their tiny
motorcycles!
Ethiopia
Running
Africa
Ethiopians are
famous for being
amazing longdistance runners.
Some believe this is
because Ethiopian’s
lungs are strong
because of the high
altitude or genetic factors. The truth is, Ethiopians just
love to run! It's a part of their culture! They challenge
themselves and find new places to run. They love to
train by “following each other’s feet.”
is located on the continent of
Ethiopian Food
Ethiopia is located in the northeastern part of
Africa called the "Horn of Africa." Ethiopia has
over 102 million residents and is the most
populous landlocked country in the entire world.
Its capital city is Addis Ababa. For thousands of
years, Ethiopia has been ruled by a monarchy,
which government was established by the famous
Queen of Sheba. It is now a democratic
government.
Kinche is a common breakfast, similar to oatmeal.
It is a mixture of cracked wheat, oats, and barley.
Kinche is flavored with a spiced butter. A much-loved
food is wat; a thick
stew served on top
of a large sourdough
flatbread. Coffee,
which is said to have
originated in Ethiopia, is
served after every meal in a
coffee ceremony. You will find
many vegetarian dishes in
Ethiopia because of religious
periods of fasting from animal
products.
© Simply Schoolgirl
E x p l o re
Ethiopia
Money
The currency of
Ethiopia is the
Ethiopian birr. One birr
is equal to just three
pennies in U.S. dollars.
Ethiopoia speaks
Amharic and Oromo
Amharic is the official
language of Ethiopia,
although only about 30%
of the population speaks
that language. 35% of
Ethiopians speak Oromo.
Independence
Ethiopia is the only African country never to
have been brought under colonial control. Ethiopians
are very proud of this fact! Ethiopian militia
succeeded in keeping Ethiopia in the hands of
Ethiopians.
Mountains
Body Decorations
In some tribes,
it is still common
for women to wear
large pottery or
wooden plates in
their lower lips. The
plate is inserted into
a piercing that
stretches the lip.
These plates are a
sign of social status. The larger the plate, the more
wealth and status the woman has in her village. Several
tribes in Ethiopia are
famous for their body
painting. They use natural
resources such as charcoal,
yellow mineral rock, white
chalk, and iron ore to draw
designs and patterns onto
their bodies each day.
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Most of Africa’s mountains lie in Ethiopia and
the Ethiopian Highlands are the largest and
longest mountain ranges on the continent.
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Human History
Archaeologists have found many clues to our
past in Ethiopia. One crucial clue was finding
“Lucy,” a 3.2 million-year-old skeleton believed to
be an ancestor of our human species. Since her
discovery, an even older skeleton was found
named “Ardi” who was 1 million years older than
Lucy.
Archaeologists
trace the
beginnings of
humankind to
Ethiopia.
Zimbabwe
is located on the continent of
Africa
Shona Stone Sculpture
Zimbabwe is famous for
its arts, including pottery,
basketry, jewelry, and
carving. They are famous for
symmetrically woven
baskets, and stools carved
out of just one piece of
wood. But mostly they are
famous for stone shona
sculpture.
Zimbabwean Food
Zimbabwe is a landlocked country in southern
Africa. It has a population of 16 million people. The
country is mostly savanna, but it does have some
tropical and hardwood forests and beautiful rivers.
Zimbabwe boasts of the highest literacy rate in
Africa at 90%! However, they do struggle with a
low life-expectancy. Men live an average of only
37 years, and women live an average of only 34
years. Why do you think that might be?
Bota is a typical
breakfast food. It’s a
porridge made from
cornmeal. Usually, peanut
butter or regular butter
is added to add flavor.
The Zimbabweans love to
eat chicken and rice
served with a cabbage salad. Other favorite foods
include Nhedzi soup, which is made from wild
mushrooms and
meat from wild
game such as
ostrich, crocodiles, or
warthogs. Peanuts,
fruits, termites, and
caterpillars are eaten
seasonally.
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E x p l o re
Z i m b a bwe
Money
The official currency in
Zimbabwe is the U.S. dollar and
the South African rand. Several
other forms of currency are also
used including euros, pounds, rupees, and yen.
Zimbabwe abandoned its own currency after a
problem with inflation.
Victoria Falls
Millions of tourists
come each year to visit
Victoria Falls on the
Zambezi River. Locals
call it “Mosi-oa-Tunya”
which means “The
Smoke That Thunders.”
It is the largest fall in
the world and can be
heard from over 25
miles away.
Clothing
Headwraps, earrings, and
necklaces are essentials for the
traditional costume. Men wore a
breastplate made of animal skins.
Husbands would give their wives
copper or metal rings called idzilla
to wear on her arms, legs, and
neck to symbolize his wealth and status.
Zimbabwe speaks
English, Shona, and Ndebele
Zimbabwe has 16 official languages. English is spoken
for government,
education, and
business. 70%
of the
population
speaks Shona
and 20% speak
Ndebele.
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Hwange
National Park
This national park is
known for being one of the
best elephant sanctuaries in
all of Africa. Over 40,000
elephants live here! Tourists
also love to observe 100
other African mammal
species such as the rhino,
leopard, and lion.
Mbira Music
This small hand-held instrument is called the mbira
and has been
played for over
1,000 years in
Zimbabwe. It’s
sometimes
referred to as a
“thumb piano’.
Passport Stamps
Passport Stamps
Passport Stamps
Passport Stamps
Passport Stamps
Passport Stamps
Passport Stamps
Passport Stamps
Cut out these passport stamps from Africa
to add to your passport as you learn about each country.
Cut out these passport stamps from Africa
to add to your passport as you learn about each country.
South Africa
Uganda
Ethiopia
Egypt
Zimbabwe
My Book About
Zimbabwe
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Flag of
South Africa
Flag of
Uganda
Flag of
Ethiopia
Flag of
Egypt
Flag of
Zimbabwe
Uganda
Create Ugandan Paper Beads.
Color these long triangles bright colors and patters. Cut out tapering paper strips. Wrap the strips around small dowels,
beginning with the wide end of the paper.. Dab a tiny bit of glue on the last strip. Hold the glued end in place for about
10 seconds. Then slide off and keep creating more beads. When dry, bead onto a string to create a necklace.
South Africa
Create a beautiful South African Sunset
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Egypt
Make an Egyptian Pyramid
Cut out your pyramid. Before glueing, color and decorate your pyramid. Then fold tabs and glue sides together.
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Ethiopia
Ethiopian Necklaces
Study the photos below of some Ethiopian children in native dress.
Notice the many necklaces and beaded headbands.
Add to the picture to design how you might look if you were an Ethiopian child.
Zimbabwe
Design a Basket
In Zimbabwe they weave baskets with very intricate geometric designs.
Design your basket as if you are looking down into a bowl-shaped basket, like the pictures to the left.
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