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Kwanzaa

For Teachers 2nd - 3rd
Students examine the holiday of Kwanzaa. In groups, they discuss "The Seven Principles" and the history of the holiday. They explore the objects that are used and what they represent. They end the activity with a discussion of the...
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Collage of Kwanzaa Colors

For Teachers K - 2nd
Students explore African cultures by creating a holiday collage. For this Kwanzaa art lesson, students identify the popular colors associated with the African holiday and create a collage using them. Students present their art work for...
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The Cajuns: Natives with a Difference!

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Middle schoolers examine the immigrant experiences of various culture groups. Using this information, they work together to compare and contrast these experiences with those of the Cajuns. As a class, they define ethnic group and...
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A Gift to Give

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Young scholars investigate the holiday Kwanzaa by drawing pictures. In this cultural tradition lesson plan, students discuss the history and actions that take place during the holiday of Kwanzaa. Young scholars draw a picture of a gift...