I know all about Kenya: An exciting journey from the savannah to the Swahili cities - Softcover

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A gateway to a fascinating country: discover Kenya with a curious, clear, and concrete perspective. 🇰🇪

Have you ever wondered:

• Why does the Rift Valley crack and give birth to spectacular volcanoes?
• What clues do the fossils of Lake Turkana reveal about our human origins?
• How did Swahili cities such as Lamu and Mombasa develop in step with the monsoons?
• How did the Uganda Railway transform distances and the birth of inland cities?
• What changes did the 2010 Constitution bring with its 47 counties and devolution of powers?
• What are the characteristics of the major communities (Kikuyu, Luo, Luhya, Kalenjin, Kamba)?
• How are the parks (Masai Mara, Amboseli, Tsavo) and the great migration of herbivores organized?
• Where does Olkaria's electricity come from and why is geothermal energy strategic in Kenya?
• What does the new 2–6–3–3–3 school system and its assessments look like?
• What does Harambee mean and how is regional cooperation shaping the future?

Why choose this book for your child:

• Clear and accessible: educational writing that explains each concept step by step, with concrete examples suitable for 12-17 year olds.
• Rich and reliable: carefully verified information on geography, history, society, science, and economics, so they learn it right the first time.
• Overview: chapters that connect landscapes, peoples, institutions, wildlife, energy, and digital innovations to understand the country as a whole.
• Investigative spirit: simple guidelines for observing, comparing, measuring, and reasoning to anchor useful methods for school.
• Civic culture: a clear presentation of institutions (Constitution, counties, elections) and collective values that structure public life.
• Scientific foundation: highlighting key sites (Rift, Turkana, Olkaria), ecosystems, and nature conservation practices.
• Linguistic openness: references to Kiswahili and cultural diversity that encourage respect and curiosity.
• Sustainable motivation: a positive, concrete, and stimulating tone that shows how ideas become everyday actions.
• Quiz included: a final questionnaire to test knowledge and check what has been learned in a fun way.
• Visual added value: a dozen inspiring black-and-white illustrations to aid memorization and inspire further exploration.

A resource book for middle schoolers, high schoolers, parents, and teachers: “I Know All About Kenya” transforms curiosity into solid knowledge and inspires a desire to learn more.

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