"From the capital of Nairobi to the savannas that are home to animals such as giraffes and lions, readers take a journey through the East African nation of Kenya they won't soon forget! With focused chapters that highlight Kenya's rich history, important economic contributions, and geography, the text supports social studies curriculum topics, while stories about sports, stunning photographs of traditional and modern artwork, and recipes for Kenyan foods keep readers entertained as they learn. In addition, maps help readers visualize the land, fact boxes introduce new languages and points of interest, and sidebars explore the topic of global citizenship"-- Provided by publisher.