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Join Chief Chebe as he takes you on two African storytelling adventures at the National Museum of Scotland.
Enjoy Chief Chebe's stories before searching for your own favourite objects in the museum, using Google Streetview.
For teachers, there are extension activities to use with First Level pupils covering literacy and health and wellbeing outcomes.
Join Chief Chebe for a tour of his favourite things in the National Museum of Scotland. Hear some special African stories about Anansi the spider, and how the tortoise came to be so slow and wise.
In the second film, discover the story of a boy whose village is celebrating 40 years of Ghanaian independence. But before he joins the party, his father sets him a challenge...
What is it?
We have created a downloadable PowerPoint containing extension activities you can do with your class after watching the films.
Age range
Primary 2-4
Curriculum links
I can show my understanding of what I listen to or watch by responding to and asking different kinds of questions. LIT 1-07
By considering the type of text I am creating, I can select ideas and relevant information, these in an appropriate way for my purpose and use suitable vocabulary for my audience. LIT 1-26a.
I know that friendship, caring, sharing, fairness, equality and love are important in building positive relationships. As I develop and value relationships, I care and show respect for myself and others. HWB 1-05
What does it involve?
The PowerPoint includes suggested activities that pupils can do in class or at home. There are also discussion and reflection questions.