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Kwanzaa A Celebration of African-American Heritage

Learn about Kwanzaa, a holiday honoring African-American culture, founded by Dr. Maulana Karenga. Discover its symbols, colors, and principles, promoting unity, self-determination, and collective work.

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Kwanzaa A Celebration of African-American Heritage

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  1. Kwanzaa A Celebration of African-American Heritage

  2. What is Kwanzaa? Kwanzaais a holiday that honors African-American people. It begins on December 26th and ends on January 1st.

  3. How did Kwanzaa begin? An African American teacher, Dr. Maulana Karenga, first celebrated Kwanzaa in 1966. The holiday teaches about African history and customs.

  4. What are the symbols of Kwanzaa? Gifts ~ (Zawadi) Woven mat ~ (Mkeka) Unity cup ~ (Kikombe Cha Umoja

  5. Ears of Corn ~ (Muhindi) Harvest foods ~ (Mazoa) Candle holder and candles ~ (Kinara and Mishumaa Saba)

  6. What are the colors of Kwanzaa and what do they symbolize (stand for)? Red stands for Blood. Black represents Black People. Green stands for Hope.

  7. How many principles are celebrated at Kwanzaa? 7 One principle is celebrated each day starting December 26th and ending January 1st.

  8. What does unity mean for us? Unity means: We help each other.

  9. What does self-determination mean for us? Self-determination means: We decide things for ourselves.

  10. What does collective work and responsibility mean for us? Collective work and responsibility means: We work together to make life better.

  11. What does cooperative economics mean for us? Cooperative Economics means: We build and support our own businesses.

  12. What does purpose mean for us? Purpose means: We have a reason for living.

  13. What does creativity mean for us? Creativity means: We use our minds and hands to make things.

  14. What does faith mean for us? Faith means: We believe in ourselves, our ancestors, and our future.

  15. Let’s Review - - - What group of people are honored through the celebration of Kwanzaa? African Americans

  16. When does the Kwanzaa celebration begin and end? December 26 ~ January 1 Who created the holiday? Dr. Karenga in 1966

  17. The Kinara What is the name of the Kwanzaacandle holder?

  18. The Kwanzaa colors are Red Black Green

  19. 7 There are _____ principles of Kwanzaa: Unity Self-determination Collective work Cooperative economics Purpose Creativity Faith

  20. Habari Gani ?

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