kenya

"When AIDS devastates thirteen-year-old Auma's village in Kenya during the 1980s, Auma must choose between staying to help her family and working toward a track scholarship that will take her away from home"--Provided by publisher.

Presents an illustrated tale of a gift of fourteen cows given by the Maasai people of Kenya to the U.S. as a gesture of comfort and friendship in the wake of the attacks of September 11, 2001.

"A drought has settled in the area around the orphanage where Boniface lives. There are long line-ups at the tiny spring where all the local people get their water, and suddenly the orphans are pushed to the back of the line, unwelcome. Boniface's houseparent, Henry, tells him that the people were mean out of fear--they feared there would not be enough water for their families. When the building of the orphanage's well is completed, Boniface has an idea to help the villagers"--Amazon.com.

Students in grades two through five learn about the history, cultural traditions, climate, politics, and various places of interest around Kenya.

Follow the lives of two boys, both 11 and living in Kenya.

Discusses several cultural events and holidays in Kenya.

Examines the history and modern-day status of the African nation of Kenya, and provides information on the country's geography and ecology, government, economy, people, culture, and cities and communities. Includes a calendar of Kenya's festivals, recipes, and other reference tools.

An illustrated introduction to the history, geography, people, and spiritual life of Kenya.

Eighteen-year-old Heather travels as a volunteer to Africa, where she provides direly needed medical help in Kenya and Uganda and hopes to act as God's hands on Earth.