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Lower Elementary
Objective: Learn basic landforms and geography of Ethiopia through coloring a map. Standards: 17.A.1a Materials: Labeled Ethiopia map, drawing materials, teacher example, construction paper Color a map of Ethiopia. Color each landmark on the map with a different color. Students will then back the map with construction paper and post it in their place around the room. Homework 1 Assignment

Upper Elementary
Objective: Students gain an understanding of available local foods and create a weekly menu based on provided goods. Standards: 18.C.1 Materials: construction paper, list of local foods and their abundance, format for menu, drawing materials, food pyramid Students will use the list of foods provided to make a week long menu for a typical child their age in Ethiopia. The menu must follow the food pyramid best as possible but be true to their culture. Homework 2 Assignment

Fine Arts
Objective: Students persuade others to visit Ethiopia and learn more about the country through information learned on this wiki. Standards: 17.D.2a Materials: craft materials (paper, markers, crayons, glue), computer access, printer access for pictures Students will create a travel brochure to persuade people to travel to and visit or explore Ethiopia. Information about geography, culture, food, and landforms must be included as well as attractions. Pictures of popular features should also be included. Homework 3 Assignment

Created by Kelly Woods © kkwoods@ilstu.edu Date Created: November 28, 2011 Date Last Modified: December 6, 2011