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UGANDA PATCH PROGRAM
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1. Uganda lies right in the middle of multiple countries, meaning it is landlocked. View an outline of a Uganda country map and its capital. Identify Uganda's flag. .

2. The official languages of Uganda are English and Swahili. Swahili is widely spoken across the country. There are also multiple indigenous languages spoken throughout the country. . Learn some words or slang that is spoken in Uganda.

3. Festivals in Uganda mainly take place in the capital city, Kampala. Festivals and holidays are enjoyed by everyone as a way to break off from daily life and enjoy family time. On March 8, Ugandans celebrate International Women's Day. This day celebrates and inspires women all around the country and the globe. Learn about festivals in Uganda, go to a festival, participate in one, OR complete a craft that represents a festival.

4. The main staples in Ugandan dishes are plantains, cassavas, sweet potatoes, millet, sorghum, corn, beans, and peanuts. Most dishes are stew and sauce based, and includes a type of meat and boiled vegetables. A popular side dish is Matoke, a type of banana that is mashed and boiled. Try a recipe, food, or drink from Uganda.

5. Dancing and music is at the core of Ugandan culture. At every ceremony and celebration, traditional dancing is guaranteed to be seen. Drums are the main musical instrument in music, and are usually handmade. In some rural areas, drums are still used as a means of communication. Each ethnic group in Uganda has their own dance rituals. The bwola dance is part of the Acholi tribe, and is preformed before the chief. Watch a dance OR listen to music OR sing a song OR learn more information about a dance from Uganda and try your own moves.

6. Legends and stories of Uganda reflect the many ethnic backgrounds in Uganda today. Folk Tales about nature make up many of Uganda's legends. Read a story, legend, OR listen to a legend or play.

7. East Africa is full of Prehistoric rock paintings and ruins. Groups of hunter-gatherers roamed North Africa about 1 million years ago, and left behind a history that is so rich and fabulous, that no other area of the world can claim. Early humans were known as Neanderthals. After, modern humans evolved and were considered hunter-gatherers, meaning they hunted and gathered their food instead of growing it. Learn more about the prehistoric times, and the early humans that once roamed the earth.

8. Uganda has multiple natural wildlife reserves and parks that are full of green forests. There is a lot of wildlife in Uganda due to its beautiful and lush green environment. Some examples of animals include: gorillas, chimpanzees, elephants, rhinoceroses, antelope, hundreds of bird species, giraffes, and lions! Most of these animals are found in National Parks, where they can be protected. There is a vast amount of plant life in Uganda due to the many climates and habitats. Some examples include: Mvule trees, elephant grass, acacia trees, tropical fruits, and many, many more. Choose [3] animals OR plants from Uganda to learn more about.

9. Handicrafts in Uganda include: gourds (used to serve food and drink), basket weaving, pottery, and fabric making. Gourds are grown naturally in a variety of shapes, so they are used for a variety of ways to serve food items. Basket weaving is a traditional craft, and are often made to be very colorful and ornate. Fabrics come in bold patterns and pottery is used for the same purpose as gourds. Create a craft or project using a traditional a skill OR jewelry OR observe someone creating a handicraft OR a traditional craft from Uganda.

10. The national dress of Uganda for women is called the basuuti, a long, brightly colored dress made of printed fabric. A belt called a kitambaala holds it in place. Men's traditional clothing includes a long white robe called a kanzu, which is sometimes worn under a jacket. These traditional outfits are worn in daily life by some people still, however are almost always worn during traditional ceremonies. Draw a picture of the clothing, dress up in a Ugandan themed costume, create an accessory, complete our paper dolls OR view traditional clothing through books or the Internet or our country manual.

11. There are a variety of games played by children in Uganda. The most popular sport is soccer, which is played by children all over the country. Learn a traditional game OR play a game that symbolizes Uganda OR play a water game OR play a game in our manual.