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The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization ( UNESCO) has designated 129 World Heritage Sites in Africa. Here are a few of some of the most famous ones that we feel kids should know about.
MARCH 23,2024 | 2PM EST Embark on a soul-stirring journey of self-discovery with my upcoming virtual workshop, Tracing our Roots: Navigating Ancestral Lineage in the African Diaspora. Join me for an enriching exploration of heritage, as we delve into genealogical research, cultural traditions, and the emotional tapestry of the African diaspora. Discover accessible tools to trace your roots, connect with like-minded individuals, and celebrate the diverse legacies that shape our shared history. This workshop promises a transformative experience that will empower you to embrace and honor your ancestral story. Additionally, registration includes the option to give prayer and offering of kola nut to your ancestors via the Egungun spiritual tradition from West Africa after the completion of the workshop. Secure your spot now to unlock the door to a deeper connection with your roots and a greater understanding of your place in history. Streaming Options will be available after the workshop! Exported By ExportYourStore :)
Slaves in the cellar of a slave boat, c. 1830. Found in the Collection of Instituto Itau Cultural.
The Gullah Geechee people have a long and rich history in the southeastern United States. For centuries, they have maintained their own unique culture and
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QUEEN NDATE YALLA of Senegal (1810 – 1860) Queen Ndate Yalla Mbodj, a true ‘Linguere’ developed the women’s army as one of the most formidable forces to reckon with in her reign. …
Here is a list of some styles which influenced the Oscar winner to create the fierce Wakandan style in her words- “Beautiful, positive, forward, colorful”.
The Bauchi Emirate Palace, a historical gem nestled in Bauchi State, Nigeria, stands as a testament to the rich cultural heritage and the enduring legacy of the region. Constructed in the 19th century, this architectural marvel exudes a captivating aura, adorned with exquisite arched balconies and windows that beautifully complement the palace's interior. The palace's
Researchers cite a "total lack of quantifiable data on the impacts of climate change on heritage" across the continent
This social studies activity celebrates the African culture using the help of adapted books. Kwanzaa is an annual week long celebration on December 26th to January 1st. Kwanzaa is a holiday that celebrates the African culture and its heritage. There are many traditions associated with Kwanzaa such as lighting 1 candle a day on a kinara, drinking from a unity cup, mkeka mat, Kwanzaa flag, giving gifts, symbolic fruits and having dinner. This cultural holiday activity can be used for Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3 or beyond! I created this resource for a special education class (SK to Grade 8) and they were all able to benefit! Finding simple ways to celebrate different holidays in the classroom can create a culture of inclusion, acceptance and respect of their peers' different cultures and traditions. It is important to educate students at a young age, of what other cultures celebrate even if it is different from their own. The key is just educate, support and build and understanding, without imposing beliefs that they may not practice. This printable Kwanzaa activity covers: Who celebrates Kwanzaa? When is Kwanzaa? What does “matunda ya kwanza” mean? What is a Kinara? What does each candle on a kinara represent? What is a unity cup and what does it represent? What is a mkeka and what does it symbolize? What is the importance of corn during Kwanzaa? What do families do together? (Story telling, dinner and gift giving) Adapted Book: Different Cultural and Religious Holidays This adapted book include descriptions of key features of the African heritage and traditions surrounding Kwanzaa. Students can actively participate by matching the PEC picture with one that matches the page. There are many uses of this adapted book: Teacher reading the adapted book in front of the class and students taking turns moving the PECs Add to your class books set to include diverse cultural holidays and celebrations Printing the package and each student in the class and assemble it and bring home to parents to show their learning Students reading the book independently (Especially great for non-verbal students to actively participate in reading the book) After reading, it can be hung and displayed on bulletin boards among art projects your class has made. Other students around the school and flip through and learn something new about the holiday! Reading Comprehension Pages The Reading Comprehension page can be photocopied for the whole class to complete, or it can be laminated and included at the back of the adapted book. This will show the level of understanding the students have on the lesson. ----------------------------------------------------- What are adapted books? Adapted Books for Special Education are activities that are modified to fit a child's specific needs and is often found in special education or autism classrooms. They usually include visual supports and tactile objects that allow the student to actively participate in the book. By incorporating these activities in your special education literacy program it increase attention due to the familiar stories/pictures & hands-on nature and also increases phonemic awareness by the use of high frequency words. The reading comprehension page is a great way to assess the student's understanding of the story. ----------------------------------------------------- Who would benefit from Adapted Books? Speech therapy, autism, developmental delay, special education or preschool & primary classrooms Students who lack interest in reading regular books or worksheets Students who LOVE movies and animated characters Hands-on learners Students who often rip papers or put papers in mouth (due to lamination) Students who thrive on repetition Students who need visual supports when learning ----------------------------------------------------- Adapted Book Benefits: Increased story comprehension Higher engagement Matching pictures practice Build fluency with frequently used sight words or personally meaningful words to the child Build vocabulary Could be used to teach a skill (ex. Social Story) ----------------------------------------------------- Find more similar resources here: Cultural Holiday & Celebration Lessons Adapted Books Literacy Activities I really hope you enjoy this activity :) I would love if you can give me a FOLLOW, all your support is so appreciated <3 I will continue to upload more resources and FREEBIES soon! Thank you so much! I appreciate all your support :) Terms of Use
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Our world is full of natural wonders and man-made structures. Below is just but a few of them that just might inspire your next adventure. 21 of these World Wonders are presented below in alphabeti…
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Faith Ringgold (born October 8, 1930 in Harlem, New York City) is an American painter, writer, mixed media sculptor, and performance artist, best known for her narrative quilts set in the context of African American culture and history. Her “story quilts,” politically charged paintings, and more hang in the Studio Museum in Harlem, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the
The most famous dish from Sinj cuisine is this Sinjski Arambaši recipe, and it's protected as an item on the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage List. Here is an easy to make it.
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization ( UNESCO) has designated 129 World Heritage Sites in Africa. Here are a few of some of the most famous ones that we feel kids should know about.
In the 19th century the Zulus were the most aggressive and disciplined fighting force in southern Africa, a proud people who stood up to both the British and the Boers and fought them valiantly.
At independence in 1960, the formal economy of Congo was based almost entirely on the extraction of minerals, primarily copper and diamonds. Most of this economic activity was controlled by foreign companies, such as the Belgian Union Minière du Haut-Katanga (UMHK), whose assets in 1965 were valued at nearly $430 million. By that time, UMHK was one of the largest single sources of Congolese governmental revenue and accounted for a large proportion of the country’s foreign exchange earnings. Following the coup carried out by Mobutu in 1965, however, the new government made plans to nationalize UMHK. The ensuing struggle between
Pouring Libation - An African Heritage Ritual A libation is a ritual pouring of a liquid, or grains such as rice, as an offering to a god or spirit, or in memory of the dead. Top: In West African...
En effet, la culture, et donc l'architecture soudanaise, auraient dû être appelées" culture du takour "et "architecture du takour" ou, pour créer un néologisme, "architecture takrourienne". Etant la terre crue la liaison "materica" de l'habitat saharienne,...
The Tonga people of Zambia live in Zambia's Southern Province. They are an agricultural tribe and herding cattle and crop growing are the two most
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The importance of oral culture and tradition in Africa and the recent dominance of European languages through colonialism, among other factors, has led to the
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