Searching for Amani

Set in a Kenyan conservancy facing extreme drought, Searching for Amani follows a 13-year-old’s pursuit of truth as he uncovers the invisible forces of climate change threatening his home and future. What begins as a young aspiring journalist’s search for answers to his father’s death becomes a powerful coming-of-age story.

Overview

Searching for Amani presents a compelling documentary with a young journalist main character that introduces students to Kenya and explores climate change from multiple perspectives, including Biodiversity, Colonialism, Conflict and Conservation, Economic Justice, Human Rights, and Indigenous Peoples. It’s also a powerful tool for teaching interview skills and inspiring interest in journalism careers.

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  • Type: Documentary Feature Film
  • Lesson Grades: 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, College, Adult Learning
  • Rating: NR
  • Ages: 13–17, 18–24, 25+
  • Run time: 40–59 minutes

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Lesson Plans

Learning Guide

    These resources are best for middlee school and high school students, Grades 6-12, ages 12-18.

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Discussion Guide

Facilitation Guidelines
About the Film
Letter from the Filmmaking Team
Impact of Climate Change in Kenya (Environmental Science)
Pastoral, Agricultural, and Urban Life (Geography, Social Studies)
Conflict and Conservation (Environmental Science)
Role of Investigative Journalism (Journalism)
Reflections
Making a Difference (Service Learning)
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Group Discussion Facilitation Guidelines

These tips can help you create safe space for classroom engagement on the themes and subjects of this film.

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Sustainable Development Goals

Journeys in Film supports the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Learn more about teaching with UN SDGs. This curriculum guide connects to the following SDGs.
  • Reduced_Inequalities
  • Sustainable_Cities_and_Communities
  • Climate_Action
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