Gikuyu and his Nine Daughters
Illustration by Caleb Okeke
Story Summary
An origin story based on the emergence of the Kikuyu community, Ngai the creator gives rise to Gikuyu and Mumbi, entrusting them to care for the land. As they are blessed with nine beautiful daughters, the couple long to continue the legacy by offering a great fire.
Video
Listen to the story below that narrates the origins of the Agikuyu people both in English and Kikuyu. After listening, engage in the activities as followed.
Gikuyu and his Nine Daughters – English Narration
Gikuyu and his Nine Daughters – Kikuyu Narration
Learning Activities
Find the following interactive activities below. Use them in the correct order, starting with:
- Vocabulary
- Word Search Puzzle
- Story Sequence
1. Vocabulary
Listen to the following vocabulary words and try to repeat them as shown
2. Word Search Puzzle
Keep an eye out! Some words may appear backwards, vertical or diagonal
3. Story Sequencing
Click the button below to access the activity
Question and Answer
Answer the questions from the story of Gikuyu and his Nine Daughters
Choose the correct answer
