Embark on a virtual journey to the Mother of Cities and beyond with this comprehensive Paraguay 193 Little Adventures Pack. Designed by best-selling Montessori author Jo Ebisujima, this printable unit study offers a deep dive into the heart of South America through hands-on, screen-free exploration.
This pack is Montessori-aligned, utilizing Follow the Child principles and real-life imagery to foster compassion, understanding, and global curiosity. It is a perfect resource for homeschooling families and parents looking for engaging, easy-to-use educational materials.
What is Inside This Pack?
The adventure is broken into four immersive stops:
Asuncion: Explore the bilingual capital city, learn about bicultural history, and plan a city tour using a coordinate map.
Itapua Department: Visit Coronel Bogado, the National Capital of Chipa, and dive into the fascinating history of the Jesuit Mission ruins.
Itaipu Dam: Discover one of the world's largest hydroelectric dams and learn how moving water creates clean energy.
Concepcion and Bahia Negra: Journey up the Paraguay River on a cargo ferry to spot incredible wildlife in the Gran Chaco and wetlands.
Educational Activities Include:
Geography and Literacy: Map labeling, fact files, and Guarani language matching cards.
STEM and Nature: A Beaver vs. Engineer dam-building challenge and a detailed look at the prehistoric-looking Tapir.
Culture and Mythology: The legend of Yerba Mate and the tales of the Seven Monstrous Brothers of Guarani mythology.
Math and Practical Life: Chipa Maths using traditional bread shapes and an authentic recipe for Vori-Vori soup.
Montessori Tools: Includes a set of 3-Part Cards for vocabulary building.
Bonus Features: A travel tracker, festivals calendar, and a fun facts quiz.
π Perfect for Parents & Homeschoolers
Whether you are a homeschooling family or a parent looking for meaningful weekend activities, this pack is "print-and-go" ready. Itβs designed to foster compassion and global understanding through early exposure to different ways of life.
Note: This is a digital download. Personal use only (or single classroom use for teachers).