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Gaia in African Parks
It's time to continue our extraordinary journey.Now I invite you to the place where the Earth beats most strongly – Africa, the land of sunshine, wild animals, and endless spaces. It is here, in the savannas and verdant forests, that some of the world's most magnificent creatures live: lions, elephants, giraffes, rhinos, flamingos… Each has its own story, and each park protects what is most precious. Come with me to the Serengeti, Kruger, Tsavo, and Etosha. Together we will discover the secrets of these places, meet their inhabitants, and learn how to care for the world that gives us so much. I am taking you with me to Africa – to the heart of nature, which longs to be heard.
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Welcome to the next chapter of our magical journey with Gaia!After exploring Europe, our young travellers now follow Gaia into the heart of Africa — a continent vibrant with life, colours, and extraordinary natural wonders. Africa is home to some of the most famous national parks in the world. Vast savannas, ancient forests, and powerful rivers create a safe haven for lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, flamingos, and countless other fascinating species. Each park protects a piece of Earth’s precious heritage. In this chapter, Gaia becomes our guide through: 🦁 Serengeti – the land of endless plains and the Great Migration 🐘 Kruger – where the Big Five roam freely 🦒 Etosha – the shimmering salt pan full of wildlife 🦏 Tsavo – known for its red elephants and dramatic landscapes Together, the students discover how these parks care for endangered animals, why nature here needs our help, and how small actions can make a big difference. Let’s open our hearts, our eyes, and our imaginations… Gaia is ready to take us deep into the wild heart of the Earth. Let the African adventure begin!
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🔸 Task 1: “African Parks”
1.1. Park Division + Class Pairings
Each park is developed by a duo of partner schools, rather than a single class. This allows the children to collaborate and create a story about a single place.
Serengeti (Tanzania) ➝ Poland A + Greece A
Kruger (South Africa) ➝ Poland B + Türkiye A
Tsavo (Kenya) ➝ Greece B + Türkiye B
Etosha (Namibia) ➝ all classes together (common final chapter of the book)
Common Elements to Be Done
The Polish classes draws a park landscape (savannah, river, mountains).
The Greek/Turkish classes draws animals and plants that live there.
The children then combine their illustrations into one book page in Genially
1.2. Building a story in tandem, for example:
Poland A begins the story, and Greece A adds the next sentences. This creates a shared story written by two classes.
1.3. Create a digital puzzle using images of African parks or animals, shared in a common Genially - using: https://www.jigsawplanet.com/
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Visit the African Parks
Serengeti (Tanzania)
Paulina and Evmorfia
Serengeti National Park in northern Tanzania is one of the world's most iconic wildlife sanctuaries, covering approximately 14,763 square kilometers (5,700 sq miles). Its name is derived from the Maasai word Siringet, meaning "endless plains," which perfectly describes its vast savannas, acacia woodlands, and volcanic rocky outcrops known as kopjes.
As a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1981, the Serengeti remains one of the last nearly untouched wildernesses on Earth.
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Serengeti (Tanzania)
Paulina and Evmorfia
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Serengeti (Tanzania)
Paulina and Evmorfia
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Serengeti (Tanzania)
Paulina and Evmorfia
Serengeti (Tanzania)
Paulina and Evmorfia
Lions, zebras, elephants, rhinos, giraffes made from recyclable materials by students
Serengeti (Tanzania)
Paulina and Evmorfia
The animals of Serengeti by first grade
Serengeti (Tanzania)
Paulina and Evmorfia
Serengeti (Tanzania)
The Candelabra Euphorbia (Euphorbia candelabrum) "This succulent tree thrives on the rocky outcrops (kopjes) of the Serengeti. It resembles a cactus with branches that curve upward like a candelabra. To protect itself, it produces a toxic, milky latex that prevents animals from eating its stems, making it one of the few plants in the savanna that remains untouched by herbivores.
Paulina and Evmorfia
The Sausage Tree (Kigelia africana) "Found along the riverbanks of the Serengeti, the Sausage Tree is easily identified by its long, heavy fruits that hang from rope-like stalks. Its large, nectar-rich maroon flowers bloom at night and are pollinated by bats. The fruits are an important food source for baboons, giraffes, and hippos."
Kruger (South Africa)
Kruger (South Africa)
Gosia and Ayfer
Kruger National Park protects endangered animals in several ways: it combats poaching with ranger patrols and modern technology (e.g. drones, monitoring), creates safe areas for animals to live and breed, runs conservation and breeding programmes for endangered species (e.g. rhinos), collaborates with scientists to monitor animal populations, educates local communities and tourists about nature conservation. Nature here needs our help because poaching, climate change, and habitat loss pose serious threats. Small actions—such as saving energy, recycling, keeping the environment clean, and consuming responsibly—can make a big difference when combined.
Kruger (South Africa)
Gosia and Ayfer
Kruger (South Africa)
Gosia and Ayfer
Kruger National Park in South Africa is one of the largest and oldest reserves in Africa, covering nearly 2 million hectares (an area comparable to half the size of the Netherlands). It is home to a record number of mammal species, including all of the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo).
Kruger (South Africa) puzzle
Gosia and Ayfer
Kruger National Park in South Africa is one of the largest and oldest reserves in Africa, covering nearly 2 million hectares (an area comparable to half the size of the Netherlands). It is home to a record number of mammal species, including all of the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo).
Kruger (South Africa) story
Gosia and Ayfer
The sun came up in Kruger Park. Naledi, the park ranger, drove near a dry river. She saw new car tracks in the dirt. The animals ran away. Naledi felt something strange happened...
Gosia and Ayfer
Ayfer MIDYATLI DEMİREL/Hafize Özal Secondary School
Tsavo (Kenya)
Tsavo (Kenya)
Sofia, Georgia and Cansel
Cansel DEVECİ
Tsavo National Park in Kenya is one of the largest and most fascinating protected areas in the world. Due to its vast area (approximately 22,000 km²), it is divided into two parts: eastern (Tsavo East) and western (Tsavo West).
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Tsavo (Kenya)
Sofia, Georgia and Cansel
The characteristic feature of this park are giant baobabs.
Tsavo National park
A buffalo
A blackrhino
A Masaigiraffe
Georgia/Sophia
Many wild animals live there, such as elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras and rhinos. The elephants in Tsavo often look red because they roll in the red soil.
A zebra
A leopard
A lion
Tsavo National park
An acaciatree
A baobabtree
Georgia/Sophia
Tsavo National Park in Kenya is not only famous for its animals, but also for its plants and trees. The park has many acacia trees and big baobab trees. Some baobab trees are very old and have thick trunks. There are also bushes, grass, and small plants that grow in the dry land.
Dry grass clumps & thorn bushes
Etosha (Namibia)
Etosha (Namibia)
Paulina, Evmorfia, Gosia, Cansel, Ayfer,Sofia, Georgia
Etosha National Park is unique in Africa. The park’s main characteristic is a salt pan so large it can be seen from space. Yet there is abundant wildlife that congregates around the waterholes, giving you almost guaranteed game sightings. At the same time Etosha National Park is one of the most accessible game reserves in Namibia and Southern Africa.
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Etosha (Namibia)
Etosha (Namibia)
Paulina, Evmorfia, Gosia, Cansel, Ayfer, Sofia, Georgia
Elephant – Elephants in Etosha are very big and like water holes. Lion – Lions rest a lot during the day because it is very hot. Giraffe – Giraffes have long necks and eat leaves from tall trees. Zebra – Every zebra has different stripes, like fingerprints. Rhinoceros – Rhinos have thick skin and come to drink at night.
Etosha (Namibia)
Paulina, Evmorfia, Gosia, Cansel, Ayfer, Sofia, Georgia
In Etosha National Park, plants grow mostly around waterholes. Mopane Trees make up most of Etosha’s woodland. They have butterfly-shaped leaves and short and dense stands. There are also Camelthorn Acacias, which are tall trees with spreading branches, dark trunks, and a sparse canopy. Animals gather under these for shade. Inside the famous Etosha Salt Pan, there are almost no plants.
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Gaia in African Parks
It's time to continue our extraordinary journey.Now I invite you to the place where the Earth beats most strongly – Africa, the land of sunshine, wild animals, and endless spaces. It is here, in the savannas and verdant forests, that some of the world's most magnificent creatures live: lions, elephants, giraffes, rhinos, flamingos… Each has its own story, and each park protects what is most precious. Come with me to the Serengeti, Kruger, Tsavo, and Etosha. Together we will discover the secrets of these places, meet their inhabitants, and learn how to care for the world that gives us so much. I am taking you with me to Africa – to the heart of nature, which longs to be heard.
Next
Welcome to the next chapter of our magical journey with Gaia!After exploring Europe, our young travellers now follow Gaia into the heart of Africa — a continent vibrant with life, colours, and extraordinary natural wonders. Africa is home to some of the most famous national parks in the world. Vast savannas, ancient forests, and powerful rivers create a safe haven for lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, flamingos, and countless other fascinating species. Each park protects a piece of Earth’s precious heritage. In this chapter, Gaia becomes our guide through: 🦁 Serengeti – the land of endless plains and the Great Migration 🐘 Kruger – where the Big Five roam freely 🦒 Etosha – the shimmering salt pan full of wildlife 🦏 Tsavo – known for its red elephants and dramatic landscapes Together, the students discover how these parks care for endangered animals, why nature here needs our help, and how small actions can make a big difference. Let’s open our hearts, our eyes, and our imaginations… Gaia is ready to take us deep into the wild heart of the Earth. Let the African adventure begin!
Start
🔸 Task 1: “African Parks” 1.1. Park Division + Class Pairings Each park is developed by a duo of partner schools, rather than a single class. This allows the children to collaborate and create a story about a single place. Serengeti (Tanzania) ➝ Poland A + Greece A Kruger (South Africa) ➝ Poland B + Türkiye A Tsavo (Kenya) ➝ Greece B + Türkiye B Etosha (Namibia) ➝ all classes together (common final chapter of the book) Common Elements to Be Done The Polish classes draws a park landscape (savannah, river, mountains). The Greek/Turkish classes draws animals and plants that live there. The children then combine their illustrations into one book page in Genially 1.2. Building a story in tandem, for example: Poland A begins the story, and Greece A adds the next sentences. This creates a shared story written by two classes. 1.3. Create a digital puzzle using images of African parks or animals, shared in a common Genially - using: https://www.jigsawplanet.com/
Next
Visit the African Parks
Serengeti (Tanzania)
Paulina and Evmorfia
Serengeti National Park in northern Tanzania is one of the world's most iconic wildlife sanctuaries, covering approximately 14,763 square kilometers (5,700 sq miles). Its name is derived from the Maasai word Siringet, meaning "endless plains," which perfectly describes its vast savannas, acacia woodlands, and volcanic rocky outcrops known as kopjes.
As a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1981, the Serengeti remains one of the last nearly untouched wildernesses on Earth.
Next
Serengeti (Tanzania)
Paulina and Evmorfia
Next
Serengeti (Tanzania)
Paulina and Evmorfia
Next
Serengeti (Tanzania)
Paulina and Evmorfia
Serengeti (Tanzania)
Paulina and Evmorfia
Lions, zebras, elephants, rhinos, giraffes made from recyclable materials by students
Serengeti (Tanzania)
Paulina and Evmorfia
The animals of Serengeti by first grade
Serengeti (Tanzania)
Paulina and Evmorfia
Serengeti (Tanzania)
The Candelabra Euphorbia (Euphorbia candelabrum) "This succulent tree thrives on the rocky outcrops (kopjes) of the Serengeti. It resembles a cactus with branches that curve upward like a candelabra. To protect itself, it produces a toxic, milky latex that prevents animals from eating its stems, making it one of the few plants in the savanna that remains untouched by herbivores.
Paulina and Evmorfia
The Sausage Tree (Kigelia africana) "Found along the riverbanks of the Serengeti, the Sausage Tree is easily identified by its long, heavy fruits that hang from rope-like stalks. Its large, nectar-rich maroon flowers bloom at night and are pollinated by bats. The fruits are an important food source for baboons, giraffes, and hippos."
Kruger (South Africa)
Kruger (South Africa)
Gosia and Ayfer
Kruger National Park protects endangered animals in several ways: it combats poaching with ranger patrols and modern technology (e.g. drones, monitoring), creates safe areas for animals to live and breed, runs conservation and breeding programmes for endangered species (e.g. rhinos), collaborates with scientists to monitor animal populations, educates local communities and tourists about nature conservation. Nature here needs our help because poaching, climate change, and habitat loss pose serious threats. Small actions—such as saving energy, recycling, keeping the environment clean, and consuming responsibly—can make a big difference when combined.
Kruger (South Africa)
Gosia and Ayfer
Kruger (South Africa)
Gosia and Ayfer
Kruger National Park in South Africa is one of the largest and oldest reserves in Africa, covering nearly 2 million hectares (an area comparable to half the size of the Netherlands). It is home to a record number of mammal species, including all of the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo).
Kruger (South Africa) puzzle
Gosia and Ayfer
Kruger National Park in South Africa is one of the largest and oldest reserves in Africa, covering nearly 2 million hectares (an area comparable to half the size of the Netherlands). It is home to a record number of mammal species, including all of the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo).
Kruger (South Africa) story
Gosia and Ayfer
The sun came up in Kruger Park. Naledi, the park ranger, drove near a dry river. She saw new car tracks in the dirt. The animals ran away. Naledi felt something strange happened...
Gosia and Ayfer
Ayfer MIDYATLI DEMİREL/Hafize Özal Secondary School
Tsavo (Kenya)
Tsavo (Kenya)
Sofia, Georgia and Cansel
Cansel DEVECİ
Tsavo National Park in Kenya is one of the largest and most fascinating protected areas in the world. Due to its vast area (approximately 22,000 km²), it is divided into two parts: eastern (Tsavo East) and western (Tsavo West).
Next
Tsavo (Kenya)
Sofia, Georgia and Cansel
The characteristic feature of this park are giant baobabs.
Tsavo National park
A buffalo
A blackrhino
A Masaigiraffe
Georgia/Sophia
Many wild animals live there, such as elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras and rhinos. The elephants in Tsavo often look red because they roll in the red soil.
A zebra
A leopard
A lion
Tsavo National park
An acaciatree
A baobabtree
Georgia/Sophia
Tsavo National Park in Kenya is not only famous for its animals, but also for its plants and trees. The park has many acacia trees and big baobab trees. Some baobab trees are very old and have thick trunks. There are also bushes, grass, and small plants that grow in the dry land.
Dry grass clumps & thorn bushes
Etosha (Namibia)
Etosha (Namibia)
Paulina, Evmorfia, Gosia, Cansel, Ayfer,Sofia, Georgia
Etosha National Park is unique in Africa. The park’s main characteristic is a salt pan so large it can be seen from space. Yet there is abundant wildlife that congregates around the waterholes, giving you almost guaranteed game sightings. At the same time Etosha National Park is one of the most accessible game reserves in Namibia and Southern Africa.
Next
Etosha (Namibia)
Etosha (Namibia)
Paulina, Evmorfia, Gosia, Cansel, Ayfer, Sofia, Georgia
Elephant – Elephants in Etosha are very big and like water holes. Lion – Lions rest a lot during the day because it is very hot. Giraffe – Giraffes have long necks and eat leaves from tall trees. Zebra – Every zebra has different stripes, like fingerprints. Rhinoceros – Rhinos have thick skin and come to drink at night.
Etosha (Namibia)
Paulina, Evmorfia, Gosia, Cansel, Ayfer, Sofia, Georgia
In Etosha National Park, plants grow mostly around waterholes. Mopane Trees make up most of Etosha’s woodland. They have butterfly-shaped leaves and short and dense stands. There are also Camelthorn Acacias, which are tall trees with spreading branches, dark trunks, and a sparse canopy. Animals gather under these for shade. Inside the famous Etosha Salt Pan, there are almost no plants.
EtoshaPark
A mopanetree