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Students are introduced to the origin and purpose of Kwanzaa and make a kinara, or candle holder, to use for the rest of the unit as they learn about the seven principles of Kwanzaa.
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The unit gives an overview of Kwanzaa and teaches the seven principles of Kwanzaa - one per day. Students learn vocabulary and are challenged to apply the principles to their everyday lives in a way that enhances the communities to which they belong.
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Arts Education
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Learners develop an understanding of the seven principles of Kwanzaa through artistic applications. Students are challenged to apply the principles to their everyday lives in a way that enhances the communities to which they belong.
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Through the integration of the arts, the learners will develop an understanding of the seven principles of Kwanzaa. Students are challenged to apply the principles to their everyday lives in a way that enhances the communities to which they belong.
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Students will recognize that philanthropy is a vital part of the African American community.
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The best service-learning projects are related to academic instruction, involve youth voice and choice, address a researched need, and work with local resources.
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