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These Kwanzaa student choice activities for middle school students are perfect for celebrating and learning about Kwanzaa principles in your classroom!

They are great as extension or early-finisher activities, or given as take-home independent practice work.

This packet includes a choice board of 9 Kwanzaa activities, plus all of the links and Kwanzaa printables needed to complete the activities.

Students can choose from activities like:

My Kwanzaa Celebration

In your writing journal, create a how-to paragraph that explains how to host the ultimate Kwanzaa party for friends and family. Be sure to include what you will wear and eat, and some games you will play at your celebration.

Kwanzaa Survey

Survey at least 15 of your classmates. Ask them if they know how many days make up Kwanzaa. Create a pie chart that shows the results of your survey. Use info please to design a handout for others to learn about each day of the holiday.

Kwanzaa Collage

Design a collage that captures the true meaning of Kwanzaa. Read the handout to help you search for images in old flyers or magazines that represent the holiday.

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Heather Aulisio (B.S., M.S. Ed.) is a 5th grade math and science teacher. She has been teaching in a public school setting for 19 years. Heather has previously taught third… Read more

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