How different would our diets be if we lived in Africa? - Presentation

A presentation by Focus Education (UK) Ltd explores the intriguing question of how our diets would change if we lived in Kenya. Initially, children are encouraged to reflect on their current daily food intake by listing what they typically consume. They then compare this with the diet of villagers in Kenya, taking into account the stark contrasts between rural village life and urban living, where access to international fast-food chains such as McDonald's is available. The discussion extends to the variety of fruits grown in Kenya, with a particular focus on those that are native to the region. The presentation includes an interactive element, where children can watch a video about fruit farming in Kenya and participate in a fruit tasting session to vote for their favourites, while also considering the fruits that grow naturally in their own country.

Further exploring the topic, the presentation prompts children to think about what their daily meals would be like if they lived in Kenya. It highlights the reality for many Kenyan children who walk long distances to attend school, partly motivated by the provision of school meals, which can be a vital source of nourishment especially when schools are able to provide them despite challenges like droughts. The presentation also prompts children to examine the main foods eaten by Kenyan villagers, how these differ from their own meals, and the proximity of villages to supermarkets. Through comparing photographs of meals from England and Kenya, children are encouraged to reflect on the differences in diets. The presentation concludes with a focus on specific fruits such as bananas, pineapples, oranges, watermelons, and mangos, asking children to share their knowledge and preferences regarding the taste of these fruits.