All about Jomo Kenyatta

Jomo Kenyatta was a very important person from Kenya who lived a long time ago. He was a leader who fought for the rights of his people. Jomo Kenyatta was born in 1897 and grew up in a village in Kenya. He went to school and learned many things, including how to speak English. As he got older, he became a teacher and then a political leader.

Jomo Kenyatta worked hard to help Kenya become independent from the British, who had ruled the country for many years. He wanted his people to have freedom and be able to govern themselves. In 1963, Kenya became an independent country, and Jomo Kenyatta became its first president. He worked to make Kenya a better place for everyone to live in.

Jomo Kenyatta was a very important leader in Kenya’s history, and he is still remembered and respected by many people today. His efforts and leadership helped Kenya become a strong and independent nation.

1. Who was Jomo Kenyatta and why was he important?
2. Where was Jomo Kenyatta born and what did he do as he got older?
3. What did Jomo Kenyatta work hard for in Kenya?
4. Why is Jomo Kenyatta remembered and respected by many people today?
5. How do you think Jomo Kenyatta's actions helped Kenya become independent?

A Visit to Kenya

Hi, my name is Vanessa and I am 8 years old. Today, I want to tell you about my amazing trip to Kenya! I visited a special place that was important to Jomo Kenyatta, a famous leader in Kenya's history.

1. I saw the Maasai Mara National Reserve, a beautiful wildlife reserve in Kenya that Jomo Kenyatta helped protect.

1. What did I learn about Jomo Kenyatta during my visit to Kenya?
2. How did Jomo Kenyatta contribute to the protection of wildlife in Kenya?
3. Why is the Maasai Mara National Reserve an important tourist attraction in Kenya?
4. What animals did I see at the Maasai Mara National Reserve?
5. How did my visit to Kenya make me appreciate nature and wildlife?

Jomo Kenyatta Fact Finder

Your Turn...

After learning all about Jomo Kenyatta, your job is to create a timeline of their life. You should add all the important events in their life but you can be inventive and add some interesting things that people might like to read about. You can make it as simply as you like with pen and paper or you can be very inventive and create a 3D diorama or hanging banner. The sky's the limit - go for it!

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