Kwanzaa: History & Symbols || READING + WRITING PROMPTS || No-Prep Middle School

Help your students understand and appreciate Kwanzaa and its values of unity, self-determination, and community

Are you looking to enhance your social studies curriculum or create a meaningful cultural celebration? Then this NO PREP Activities Pack about the history and symbols of Kwanzaa is just what you need! Included here are a variety of activities that will engage your students in learning about the rich history and traditions of this cultural celebration.

I recommend using this resource with Secondary School students. These activities are also suitable for ESL/ELL students whose level of English is Intermediate or Advanced. Check out the preview to see if this resource is suitable for your class or not before purchasing!

PRINT AND DIGITAL VERSIONS OF THE ACTIVITIES ARE INCLUDED. Great for in-person and online classes!

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RESOURCES INCLUDED:

** An original non-fiction reading passage (3 pages) about the history and symbols of Kwanzaa that includes: the origins and evolution of Kwanzaa; The Seven Principles of Kwanzaa; Symbols and Traditions of Kwanzaa. Symbols included: Kinara; the Seven Candles; Mkeka; Mazao (Crops); Vibunzi (The Ear of Corn); Kikombe cha Umoja (The Unity Cup); Zawadi (The Gifts); Bendera (The Flag).
** Reading-comprehension questions based on the passage. Encourage critical thinking and ensure comprehension with thoughtfully crafted questions that delve deeper into the material.
** A Multiple Choice quiz based on the passage. Test your students’ understanding with a fun and educational quiz that reinforces key concepts from the reading passage.
** A True or False activity based on the passage.
** A word search to reinforce key vocabulary and concepts.
** Worksheets with five thought-provoking writing prompts related to Kwanzaa to encourage research, writing and critical thinking. They can be assigned as homework or students can work with them in class.

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SAVE VALUABLE TIME:

• All activities are in ready-to-print PDF files and DIGITAL VERSIONS. The digital versions include editable boxes; students just have to type their answers on those boxes, save their answers and send the files to the teacher.
• Answer keys are included.
• This pack includes a Teacher’s Guide with all the activities and their corresponding answer keys, as well as the handouts for the students in separate files and suggestions on how to use this resource.