Many people identify it as the source of their coffee, but Kenya is more than just home to the latest brew. Kenya, known as God's resting place, is famous for its stunning scenery and serves as the financial hub of East and Central Africa. A video resource showcases the up-and-coming nation and highlights may lesser-known facts. 

Concepts

kenya, african geography, physical geography, human geography, world geography

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Additional Tags

social studies

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Instructional Ideas

• Use the video as research for a country or regional profile project

Classroom Considerations

• Video is the 89th in the expansive Countries A-Z playlist
• Some language may be inappropriate for younger learners, including the word douchebag

• This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

• Graphic and vivid photos hold learner interest
• Narrator is engaging and funny

Cons

• Some of the summaries of various tribal groups may rely too much on stereotypes
• Bra ad interrupts streaming

Common Core

RH.6-8.1 RH.6-8.2 RH.6-8.10 RH.9-10.1 RH.9-10.2 RH.9-10.10 RH.11-12.1 RH.11-12.2 RH.11-12.10