Kwanzaa Essays

Kwanzaa is a relatively new holiday that celebrates African heritage and culture. The holiday was created in 1966 by Maulana Karenga, an African-American professor of Africana Studies at California State University in Long Beach. The holiday was designed to be a non-religious, non-political celebration that would bring together African-Americans to honor their heritage and traditions. The holiday is celebrated annually from December 26th to January 1st. It is based on ancient African harvest festivals

Kwanzaa In the 1966 Dr. Maulana Karenga came up with a idea for a holiday that would reinforce the values of family, culture and community within the black communities throughout the United States. He imagined a holiday that was unique to African American. Kwanzaa was first celebrated on December 26, 1967 in Los Angeles. That first celebration was small and only lasted for one night but the following years due the early efforts of Sister Makinya’s, a spokesperson for the holiday, and Dr. Karenga’s

Kwanzaa is a seven day or “week-long” celebration held in the United States and in the Americas and other nations of the West African diaspora. The celebration honors African heritage in African-American culture, and is observed from December 26 to January 1, with a feast and partaking of gifts. Kwanzaa has seven core principles. It was created by Maulana Karenga and was first celebrated in 1966 through 1967. Maulana Ndabezitha Karenga (born Ronald McKinley Everett July 14, 1941) is an African-American

the students to research their family’s history. I feel that this could be very useful in my classroom. I also would love to use the same idea Mr. Greenberg used in his classroom in chapter two. Mr. Greenburg decided to choose Kwanzaa as their Christmas celebration. Kwanzaa is celebrated by the African-American heritage. It is a seven daylong celebration. The students and parents enjoyed this and learned a lot from

The America I believe in is something to be proud of… America is country of independence and freedom. America is a democracy, a country where all opinions matter. A country of compassion. A place where you can get an education and follow your dreams. A country that varies in different cultures and ethnics, where foods, holidays and religions are spread across america. It’s a place where everyone of all races can have equal rights. America is a country of patriotism. Where soldiers risk their lives

Africans have been migrating to America for about two hundred years already, forced, and voluntary. For these two hundred years, the migrants from Africa have heavily impacted America’s society, even though america’s society is mainly built up of Europeans. Migrants from Africa have socially impacted America by sharing their cultures, having anti-racist campaigns, and re-defining sports in America. Back since the Africans have been forced to migrate to the America by Europeans, there have been signs

religious calendar. The calendar that Canadians follow is the Christian calendar. It includes holidays like Easter and Christmas. On both of these days, most people are able to celebrate at home. Also, around the time of Christmas, holidays like Kwanzaa and Hanukkah happen, but people are less likely to take time off to celebrate. Another

Brownian Becker was born to survive whatever was thrown at her . For not only did she face losing her family, but she also faced being killed in a bomb raid or suffocating in a cave all during the holocaust. When Brownian's hometown of Kwanzaa was attacked she was taken into custody by the Nazis and forced to work in a small shop in Lederberg Poland, but when Burgle was bombed she set out on foot and ended up back in her hometown of Kiowa, where after she found her family the Nazis took 300 men between

In the article, “School Slams Door on Santa” written by Todd Starnes, a Connecticut school has placed a ban on all religious symbols, including Christmas trees and Santa Claus. At the Fairfield Ludlowe High School, there is a door decorating contest yearly and many students and teachers are excited to participate. In one of the classrooms, many students produced ideas including a Christmas tree and a “Santa Claus-inspired fireplace design”. Both ideas had gotten rejected by the teacher, leaving

December has always been a religiously diverse month, containing many holidays, including Christmas, Hanukkah, and Bodhi Day. Despite Canada’s cultural mosaic, though, one of these holidays is much more prominent: Christmas. Though celebrated by many people of all different religions, Christmas is still undeniably a Christian holiday, celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ. Just because Christmas is easily the most celebrated December holiday doesn’t mean it’s the only one, though. As most people

Every year, millions of people go out on Black Friday hunting for the best deals and doorbusters. Supporters of Black Friday believe that Black Friday is the start of the holiday season and it is a good time for retailers to break even or maybe make a profit on the year's sales. Opposers believe that Black Friday is against the real meaning of Thanksgiving and that stores are opening up too early and intruding into family time. Because there are many opinions and beliefs about Black Friday it is

schools do not—though most give lip service. I believe I can contribute to the diversity of the SKMC community in a number of valuable ways: I have been nicknamed “Panda” for being African American, Jewish, and Japanese, and I grew up celebrating Kwanzaa, Hanukkah, and Christmas, while also acquiring Japanese language and cultural fluency. I can speak from multiple minority perspectives and the uniqueness of being transcultural. Because of my background, I know the pain of being treated like an outsider

Do you think black children are better off at a predominantly white school or a predominantly black school? Black children are facing different problems in the school system. Kids get in trouble all the time but it seems Black kids get in trouble more? It might be that the teachers may not know how to handle them. Hair for instance, is a problem some black girls are dealing with. Black girl's hair can be a dress code violation if it's in its natural state. Or if the hair is in a protective style

The highest tier of my background is my family. Whether a soccer game, barbeque, Christmas day, or Kwanzaa feast, my family has unceasingly been the keystone of my life. Being the oldest of four siblings has been a rewarding experience. I have acquired acute listening, empathy, compassion, conflict resolution, and a love for learning. My family has shaped me to be a good listener. Being a good listener means much more than just waiting for one’s turn to talk. It is about wholeheartedly analyzing

The Symbionese Liberation Army, active only between 1973 – 1975, were an American self-styled left-wing revolutionary group that considered themselves to be acting on behalf of the working class. The group are mainly famous for the kidnapping of publishing heiress, Patricia “Patty” Hearst in 1974, but they also committed bank robberies, two murders and other acts of violence. The S.L.A. grew out of a black inmate organisation, the Black Cultural Association, active in California’s Vacaville Prison

whose advocates believed in racial pride, self-sufficiency, and equality for all people of Black and African descent.” Though it was an effort to create positives images to overshadow the negative images of the black community, a celebration such as Kwanzaa even called for Blacks to embrace their blackness and be happy with who they are. People held their fists high, began wearing dashikis, sporting afros, ceasing attempts to bleach their skin, and other fads that took away

Teaching is important to me because I feel that every child should have a place where they feel cared for and believed in. Since school is where most children spend the majority of their day, being a teacher is a perfect career to provide this safe place for them. I have had a passion for working with kids since my childhood and every year, that deepens as I watch more and more kids grow emotionally, as well as academically. I want to help students reach their potential in every aspect of their

Introduction Music is a primary form of self-expression and can influence personalities and lifestyle choices. Music has evolved from classical and very one genre-based style to the complex entertainment industry that encompasses several genres that each represent a different stereotype. Stereotypes can be developed through music based on the actual music itself, the lyrics, and the artist’s story behind their song or album. Traditional music, such as classical or baroque, appeals to a different

American Culture and Santa Claus Santa Claus has been delivering toys and creating cheer since the third century. Santa has been sharing his joy and spirit with Americans for a long time. When someone mentions the name Santa, the eyes of children light up. Santa has inspired the Americans, along with many others, to give, whether it be kindness or gifts. He has created thousands of traditions among millions of Americans. He has also made children of all ages lighter and happier. Santa is capable

Over the course of many years, African Americans have influenced communities in many ways. African Americans have been used as slaves and segregated. After overcoming these struggles, they later were granted freedoms and rights. Many African American individuals have overcome these hard times and worked hard to achieve their dreams. Misty Copeland, Patricia Bath, and Madam C.J. Walker are courageous African-American women who have overcome racial stereotypes because of their determination to pursue