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Makeba Rocks

Write a song that you think the musician, Makeba, would have written and perform it.

Hair Extravaganza

Style your hair to match that of the American woman.

Picture This

Draw a sketch of what you think the village of Serowe looks like.

Flag Day

Draw and paint a picture of the Botswana flag, using the description in the book.

Class Trip

Pay a visit to a local university and visit with an African Studies professor.

Art Project

Using clay, make your own cooking pot.

Author Portrait

Draw a portrait of how you envision Bessie, and then compare to an actual photo of her.

Class Visit

Invite a South African to come talk to the class about South Africa before the end of Apartheid.

History Project

Research societal norms in 1937.

Dress Up Like Khama Day

Everyone dress up like Khama, the Great.

National Anthem Sing-a-long

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