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A Long Walk to Water Activity - Lost Boys of Sudan WebQuest Historical Context
A Long Walk to Water Activity - Lost Boys of Sudan WebQuest Historical Context
A Long Walk to Water Activity - Lost Boys of Sudan WebQuest Historical Context
A Long Walk to Water Activity - Lost Boys of Sudan WebQuest Historical Context

A Long Walk to Water Activity - Lost Boys of Sudan WebQuest Historical Context

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This A Long Walk to Water WebQuest introduces students to the real historical events that inspired Salva Dut’s story. Using curated videos, maps, and articles, students will learn about the Lost Boys of Sudan—their long journey across Africa, life in refugee camps, and resettlement in new countries. This interactive activity builds essential background knowledge and fosters empathy for students during your A Long Walk to Water unit plan.


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Included in the A Long Walk to Water Lost Boys of Sudan WebQuest Historical Context Activity:

➡️ Lost Boys of Sudan WebQuest Student Assignment Page: Lead students through an interactive exploration of the real experiences behind the novel. As they move through linked videos, maps, and articles, students will build context about the Sudanese Civil War, the Lost Boys’ journey, and their eventual resettlement.

➡️ WebQuest Assignment Teacher Answer Key: Use the completed sample answer key to guide discussion, support grading, or offer guidance to students who need additional support.


How the A Long Walk to Water Lost Boys of Sudan WebQuest Works:

  1. Students will begin by exploring background information on the Sudanese Civil War and the circumstances that created the Lost Boys of Sudan.

  2. Next, they will watch a series of short videos and examine interactive maps to understand the scale of the journey and the challenges faced along the way.

  3. Finally, students will read and reflect on personal stories of survival and resettlement, connecting this real-world history to Salva’s journey in A Long Walk to Water.

I typically use this activity after Chapter 10. This allows students to first learn about the events through the context of the novel and then gain background information that fills in any gaps and enhances their understanding of the impact of Salva’s experiences.


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