Class activities and resources

The following activities explore themes around reading, literacy and books in sub-Saharan Africa and at home. They involve individual thinking, discussion, debate, research, presentation and team work as well as creative writing, critical writing, reading and art and design. They are designed for the 8 – 11 age group (Key Stage 2) but can be adapted for both younger and older age groups as required.

As well as the activities and resources below, we have a DVD which features films about some of the places where we work and how books change lives. You can view the films online here or request them on DVD by e-mailing us or calling 0207 733 3577.

Click on the activity name below to open a PDF which you can print and use in class. The resources required for the activities can also be downloaded below.

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Class activities (downloads)

You and books

  • Exploring books and encouraging reading

Books change lives

  • Learn about why books are so important

The journey of a Book Aid International book

  • How our books get to the right people

Make your own big book

  • Learn about the Children’s book project in Tanzania and create your own book in class

Life in sub-Saharan Africa

  • Learn about what life is like in sub-Saharan Africa

Meet the readers  NEW!

  • Learn about the lives of children in sub-Saharan Africa

African inspired arts and crafts

  • Make for fun or sell to raise money for Book Aid International

African songs and dances

  • Learn and perform some traditional African songs

Resources and information sheets (downloads)

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