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

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)

7. 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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

18. What is the name of the Kwanzaa candle holder? The Kinara

19. The Kwanzaa colors are Red Black Green

20. There are _____ principles of Kwanzaa: Unity Self-determination Collective work Cooperative economics PurposeCreativity Faith