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Top Kwanzaa Activities (Grades K-8)

Find fun and educational arts & crafts activities to enjoy while celebrating Kwanzaa. Introduce students who may be unfamiliar with the African-American holiday to the history and customs of Kwanzaa. There are art activities, printable worksheets, lesson plans, and more!
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Kwanzaa, the African-American Celebration of Ancestry
Kwanzaa, the African-American Celebration of Ancestry
Kwanzaa, the African-American Celebration of Ancestry
Teach children about Kwanzaa with the activities outlined in this printable. They will learn about the traditions of this African-American holiday, which celebrates African ancestry.

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Kwanzaa Symbols & Celebration
Kwanzaa Symbols & Celebration
Kwanzaa Symbols & Celebration
Reference an article that outlines the symbols of Kwanzaa and celebrations for each day. This information is useful during the month of December, when Kwanzaa is celebrated.

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An Overview of Kwanzaa
An Overview of Kwanzaa
An Overview of Kwanzaa
An article defining and explaining Kwanzaa, the African-American holiday of culture.

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Kwanzaa Background
Kwanzaa Background
Kwanzaa Background
Read the brief history of the African-American holiday of Kwanzaa, detailed on this printable. This holiday celebrates African heritage and traditions and is a great way for students to expand their understanding of other cultures.

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Dr. Maulana Karenga, Kwanzaa Creator (Coloring Page)
Dr. Maulana Karenga, Kwanzaa Creator (Coloring Page)
Dr. Maulana Karenga, Kwanzaa Creator (Coloring Page)
Coloring book page with picture of Dr. Maulana Karenga. He is the creator of Kwanzaa, the African-American holiday that celebrates African ancestry, traditions, and culture. You can also use this worksheet during Black History Month (February).

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What Is Kwanzaa?
What Is Kwanzaa?
What Is Kwanzaa?
In this lesson plan, students use the Internet to find information on the holiday of Kwanzaa, and they work in groups to fill in a Kwanzaa graphic organizer and comparison chart. This is a perfect addition to December lessons.

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Kwanzaa Craft Activities
Kwanzaa Craft Activities
Kwanzaa Craft Activities
Celebrate Kwanzaa in your classroom with the craft activities in this printable. Students will learn about the traditions of the African-American holiday as they make a kinara and a mkeka.

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