Kwanzaa Paper Plate craft

Kwanzaa is a celebration of African family, community, and culture. This African American holiday was created in 1966 by a professor named Maulana Karenga. The holiday is based on African harvest festivals. Its name comes from the African language Swahili and means “first fruits.” The holiday takes place each year from December 26 to January 1. Create a paper plate to celebrate the seven principles of Kwanzaa (Unity, Faith, Purpose, Collective work and responsibility, Cooperative economics, Self-determination and Creativity).