Kwanzaa Celebration and Drum Circle
In this one time party we will celebrate Kwanzaa. We'll highlight the 7 principles with drumming, dancing, conversation, and a scavenger hunt.
Mrs. Angela
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(181)
What's included
1 live meeting
30 mins in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. Enrolled Children will be provided with a list of resources that can help them learn more about Kwanzaa.Class Experience
US Grade Kindergarten - 3
Beginner - Advanced Level
Kwanzaa is a holiday celebrated by some people in the African Diaspora. Kwanzaa was created by Dr. Maulana Karenga, to highlight 7 key principals that are important to our community. This party will help us celebrate Kwanzaa and will provide an introductory understanding and commemoration of the holiday. Children will hear songs, dance, drum, and play a game helping to reinforce the concepts that they will learn during the party. Party Outline: Introductions Game - Kwanzaa Scavenger Hunt Drumming - Instrumental Song (Children can bring drums and instruments to play along with me, hand made instruments are welcome as well!) The 7 key principals of Kwanzaa are: *Umoja (Unity) *Kujichagulia (Self-Determination) *Ujima (Collective Work and Responsibility) *Ujamaa (Cooperative economics) *Nia (Purpose) *Kuumba (Creativity) *Imani (Faith)
Learning Goals
This party will introduce learners to the key elements of Kwanzaa in a fun, engaging way.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Please make sure that children have enough safe space to move around and dance.
Parents will need to "hide" scavenger hunt pictures before the party so students can find them during the game. Scavenger hunt items have been sent will welcome email.
Supply List
Fruit Drum and/or other instruments (Homemade drums are welcome too.) Scavenger Hunt Items printed and hidden around the room
1 file available upon enrollment
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined August, 2020
5.0
181reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
California Teaching Certificate in English to Speakers of Other Languages
Bachelor's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from UC Irvine
My family and I have been celebrating Kwanzaa for the past few years. Each year we learn more about the holiday, and I love sharing this uplifting holiday with young learners. Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$8
per classMeets once
30 min
Completed by 53 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 5-9
6-15 learners per class
