Class 1-3 has been learning about different cultures and the traditions they follow when they celebrate specific holidays. Ms. Isaacs has taught her class about Christmas and Hannukah and today they learned about Kwanzaa in the library. They listened to a uniquely written book called Celebrate Kwanzaa with Boots and her Kittens by Alma Flor Ada. In this story there is an African American family all set to celebrate Kwanzaa when they realize their cat is missing. Throughout this fictional story we are taught about the 7 principles of Kwanzaa in an entertaining way. At the very end of the book there is an informative section about Kwanzaa as well. After reading the story the students compared the different holidays.
Monday, December 12, 2011
Holiday Celebrations
Class 1-3 has been learning about different cultures and the traditions they follow when they celebrate specific holidays. Ms. Isaacs has taught her class about Christmas and Hannukah and today they learned about Kwanzaa in the library. They listened to a uniquely written book called Celebrate Kwanzaa with Boots and her Kittens by Alma Flor Ada. In this story there is an African American family all set to celebrate Kwanzaa when they realize their cat is missing. Throughout this fictional story we are taught about the 7 principles of Kwanzaa in an entertaining way. At the very end of the book there is an informative section about Kwanzaa as well. After reading the story the students compared the different holidays.
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