Articles related to "African American Holidays"



"Johnkankus"
This celebration is known as the first African-American tradition to take root in the United States. It also demonstrates the ingenuity and resourcefulness of Southern slaves in creating something very special from so little.
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Kwanzaa
Kwanzaa is growing holiday celebrated by African Americans. The exact number of people that follow this holiday is unkown however the principles we can all respect.
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Celebrating Kwanzaa
Kwanzaa is a ritual based on African celebrations held typically at the end of each year.
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Juneteenth!
June 19th is very special day in many communities across the United States. Read on to learn about African-American "Independence Day."
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Pacing Ourselves
Learning how to pace ourselves can make for an enjoyable, flare-free holiday season!
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How to Teach Elementary Students About Kwanzaa
Primary students create a Kwanzaa Fact Bulletin Board game and Cow Tail Switch craft during a Social Studies and Language Arts lesson about the African American holiday.
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Holiday Reading: Kwanzaa
Children's books to help celebrate and explain Kwanzaa.
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Beyond Snow & Sugar Cookies
Many schools and teachers stress about the holidays, because they want to make the season enjoyable without stepping on any toes. Honor the season with a cultural unit.
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Holiday Lesson Plans
This article shows educators how to incorporate diversity into their lesson plans by using cultural celebrations as a springboard.
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How to Learn about December Holidays
Learning about celebrations for Christmas, Hanukkah and Kwanzaa is a great way for secular kids to feel connected to others during the December months.
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"Soldiers of the Nation"
Named in honor of the sacred buffalo who roamed the plains, these soldiers have done more than live up to their motto "Semper Leal" (Always Loyal).
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The Best International Holiday Unit
Students know all about the winter holiday that their family participates in. This unit plan will get them thinking about other winter holidays.
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