7 Days 7 Ways
The first principle that means "unity"
What is Umoja
The candle holder used during Kwanzaa
What is the Kinara?
Three colors of Kwanzaa
What is Red, black, and green?
Orange vegetable- often baked or mashed, or in pie
What is sweet potatoes?
The woven mat used to place all Kwanzaa items on.
What is the Mkeka?
This principle is about self determination
What is Kujichagulia?
The proper name for the 7 candles are called this
What is Mishumaa Saba?
What is December 26th to January 1st
Small , black, and eaten for goodluck. Typically eaten during Kwanzaa and on New Years
What are Black-eyed peas?
Kids often create their own version of this candle holder using paper towel rolls
What is the Kinara?
This principle means collective work and responsibility
What is Ujima?
This mat holds the symbols of Kwanzaa
What is the Mkeka?
The creator of Kwanzaa
Who is Dr. Maulana Karenga?
Sweet, cooked, banana like fruits, served as a side during Kwanzaa feasts
What are plantains?
Colorful cloth style patterns inspired by African textiles to decorate celebrations
What is Kente Cloth?
This principle focuses on cooperative economics.
What is Ujamaa?
Represents the future, usually corn
What is Muhindi?
Swahili word that means "first fruits"
What is Kwanzaa?
Dish made with rice, tomatoes, and spices
What is Jollof Rice?
Homemade gifts that show creativity and love
What are Zawadi?
This principle means "faith".
What is Imani?
This cup is used in the Karamu feast
What is the Kikombe cha Umoja?
The day of Karamu
December 31st
Large Community meal held on December 31st, has many traditional African-inspired dishes
What is the Karamu feast?
Symbolic paper cut outs to represent children and the future.
What is Muhindi?