Nancy Stewart

Since most children (and adults for that matter!) don't know what Kwanzaa is, this is a great opportunity to introduce this wonderful holiday to children.

Kwanzaa is a time for African Americans to honor their people, their past, and their unique culture. It lasts seven days, from December 26th to January 1st. Have children hold up seven fingers every time the word "seven" is sung, or a picture of the number seven.

Gather several traditional African instruments to play. Or make special shakers decorated with African designs - see the Homemade Instruments page for ideas.

Kwanzaa

Seven days of Kwanzaa, seven days to celebrate
Seven ways of Kwanzaa, seven reasons to celebrate
Celebrate your history, celebrate your family
Honor creativity, and celebrate with me
Seven days of Kwanzaa, seven days to celebrate
Seven ways of Kwanzaa, seven reasons to celebrate
Kwanzaa, Kwanzaa, Kwanzaa