Naaz Khan
Educator. Author. Speaker. Magical Moment Seeker
Visits to Schools, Community Spaces, Congregations and Bookstores
I am always excited to meet new people and will be available for visits starting November 2021. To schedule a visit contact me here.
WHAT DOES A VISIT INVOLVE?
I’ve got a few ideas but am happy to tailor something just for you and the age group you work with. Looking forward to exploring the possibilities together! Meanwhile, let me know if any of the options here sound interesting.
READ ALOUD with Q&A
Read Aloud +
Author Presentation
*personal background
*process of creating Room for Everyone
+ Q&A
MATH
Read Aloud +
*emphasis on counting numbers (1-10)
*emphasis on sequences – before and after
*activity: creating your own counting book OR
*numbers scavenger hunt OR
*shapes: using basic shapes to draw a daladala
MUSIC
Read Aloud +
*Sing Along
LANGUAGE ARTS
Read Aloud +
*emphasis on rhyming
*rhyming based activity OR
*writing activity (ex: if I could travel anywhere…)
*the writing process/ideas/editing
GEOGRAPHY/SOCIAL STUDIES
Read Aloud +
* finding countries on the map. Where is Tanzania?
What other countries have an Indian Ocean coast?
Who are Tanzania’s neighbors? Who speaks Swahili
*map skills – N/S/E/W How to get to Nungwi Beach
*What are the different regions in Africa?
*Where do Muslims live?
*What is a hijab?
EMOTIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Read Aloud +
*emphasis on emotions (worried, anxious)
*coping mechanisms
*What do you do when things feel out of control?
*How can we help a friend who is worried? OR
*emphasis on welcoming spaces
*How can we help create a welcoming classroom, school, & community?
*Working together toward a common goal
ARTS AND CRAFTS
Read Aloud +
*emphasis on clothing and fabrics
*What is kitenge fabric?
*Use glue to demonstrate wax batik technique OR
*create your own counting book
SPIRITUALITY/VIRTUES
Read Aloud +
*emphasis on virtue of welcoming/hospitality
*connection with stories from spiritual traditions
*family service – welcoming the stranger/traveler