Introduction

Economic activities are the things people do to earn money and meet their needs. In Kenya, there are different economic activities that people engage in to make a living.

Farming

Farming is a common economic activity in Kenya. People grow crops like maize, beans, and potatoes to sell and to eat. For example, when farmers plant maize seeds, they take care of the plants by watering them and removing weeds. When the maize is ready, they harvest it and sell it at the market.

Selling Goods

Another economic activity is selling goods in shops or markets. Shopkeepers buy products like clothes, food, and toys from suppliers and sell them to customers. For instance, a shopkeeper may buy new clothes from a wholesaler and then sell them to people who come to the shop to buy clothes.

Fun Activity

Imagine you are a farmer for a day! Draw a picture of your farm and the crops you would like to grow. You can also create a pretend market where you sell your produce to your family members.

Remember

• Economic activities are things people do to earn money and meet their needs.
• Farming is when people grow crops like maize and beans to sell.
• Selling goods involves buying products from suppliers and selling them to customers.