African Crafts https://freekidscrafts.com/world-crafts/african-and-kwanzaa-crafts/ Crafts for Kids from Toddlers to Teens Mon, 16 Mar 2026 20:43:38 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://freekidscrafts.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/freekidscrafts-favicon-1-150x150.png African Crafts https://freekidscrafts.com/world-crafts/african-and-kwanzaa-crafts/ 32 32 Kwanzaa Word Search https://freekidscrafts.com/kwanzaa-word-search/ https://freekidscrafts.com/kwanzaa-word-search/#respond Sun, 29 Dec 2024 07:01:55 +0000 http://www.freekidscrafts.com/?p=8110 Our Kwanzaa Word Search will help in the discussion of Kwanzaa with kids who celebrate and also stimulate discussions with others who want to know and understand the tradition. Understanding our differences is the beginning of co existing peacefully in this world we share. Trivia: Kwanzaa is a celebration of African-American culture and heritage. Kwanzaa...

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]]> https://freekidscrafts.com/kwanzaa-word-search/feed/ 0 Printable Playtime Kwanzaa Paper Doll https://freekidscrafts.com/playtime-kwanzaa-paper-doll/ https://freekidscrafts.com/playtime-kwanzaa-paper-doll/#respond Sat, 28 Dec 2024 07:01:46 +0000 http://www.freekidscrafts.com/?p=11803 Your Playtime Kwanzaa Paper Doll clothes have arrived just in time to start the Kwanzaa celebration. Gather all your friends together to celebrate and make their own Playtime paper doll favorites. Trivia: Many people actually celebrate both Christmas and Kwanzaa as well as other religious practices.  “Kwanzaa is not a religious holiday, but a cultural...

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]]> https://freekidscrafts.com/playtime-kwanzaa-paper-doll/feed/ 0 Olympic Flag Crafts https://freekidscrafts.com/olympic/ https://freekidscrafts.com/olympic/#respond Mon, 22 Jul 2024 07:01:24 +0000 http://www.freekidscrafts.com/?p=8489 Bring the excitement of the Olympics into your home or classroom with these Olympic Flag Crafts. Kids can print, cut, and create flag garlands or flag picks while learning about different countries from around the world. This is a fun way to combine creativity, geography, and celebration all in one easy activity. These printable templates...

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]]> https://freekidscrafts.com/olympic/feed/ 0 Zoo Scavenger Hunt https://freekidscrafts.com/zoo-scavenger-hunt/ https://freekidscrafts.com/zoo-scavenger-hunt/#respond Mon, 24 Jun 2024 20:49:36 +0000 https://www.freekidscrafts.com/?p=25419 What do you see when you go to the Zoo? Get the kids excited as they prepare for a trip to the zoo with their own Zoo Scavenger Hunt worksheet. It will keep them focused and looking for what’s next. If you have a clipboard for them with a pencil attached it will make it...

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]]> https://freekidscrafts.com/zoo-scavenger-hunt/feed/ 0 Kwanzaa Puppets https://freekidscrafts.com/kwanzaa-puppets/ https://freekidscrafts.com/kwanzaa-puppets/#respond Sat, 30 Dec 2023 07:01:39 +0000 http://www.freekidscrafts.com/?p=10529 Get the whole family in on the fun with these Kwanzaa Puppets as you create your own unique Kwanzaa finger play. Trivia: Kwanzaa is celebrated by ceremonies throughout the week. Many people celebrate by decorating their home in African art as well as the traditional Kwanzaa colors of green, black, and red. They may also...

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]]> https://freekidscrafts.com/kwanzaa-puppets/feed/ 0 Kwanzaa Chain Craft https://freekidscrafts.com/kwanzaa-chain/ https://freekidscrafts.com/kwanzaa-chain/#respond Tue, 26 Dec 2023 07:01:05 +0000 This Kwanzaa Chain project is a fun and easy way to introduce young crafters to the seven principles of Kwanzaa! Since Kwanzaa is a cultural celebration with a spiritual touch, kids can enjoy this alongside Christmas. So, gather your friends and let everyone join in the creativity by making their own Kwanzaa Chain! Trivia: The...

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]]> https://freekidscrafts.com/kwanzaa-chain/feed/ 0 Threatened or Endangered Animals Coloring Page https://freekidscrafts.com/threatened-or-endangered-animals-coloring-page/ https://freekidscrafts.com/threatened-or-endangered-animals-coloring-page/#respond Mon, 23 Oct 2023 15:03:04 +0000 https://www.freekidscrafts.com/?p=24824 Make the kids aware of some of the Threatened or Endangered Animals around the world as they work on coloring this special page. They may then go home and explain to their family what they have learned as they proudly post their page on the fridge or bulletin board. Trivia: The U.S. Fish & Wildlife...

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]]> https://freekidscrafts.com/threatened-or-endangered-animals-coloring-page/feed/ 0 Make Easy Elephant Gloves https://freekidscrafts.com/make-easy-elephant-gloves/ https://freekidscrafts.com/make-easy-elephant-gloves/#respond Tue, 08 Aug 2023 07:53:12 +0000 https://www.freekidscrafts.com/?p=19372 Make these Easy Elephant Gloves and watch the little ones giggle and shout for more. These Elephant Gloves would be a good puppet to use when reading their favorite book about elephants. Gloves are a great Dollar Store purchase if you don’t have an old pair laying around the house. We’ve provided both a regular...

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]]> https://freekidscrafts.com/make-easy-elephant-gloves/feed/ 0 DIY Mancala Game https://freekidscrafts.com/mancala-game/ https://freekidscrafts.com/mancala-game/#respond Fri, 30 Dec 2022 07:01:32 +0000 http://www.freekidscrafts.com/mancala-game/ This game is also known as the “count and capture” game. A Mancala game encourages kids to conduct thought experiments, counting tokens and comparing tactics in their heads before they move a game piece. trivia The word Mancala is derived from the Arabic word Naqala (na-ka-la), which means “to move” or “to transfer”. The rules of...

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]]> https://freekidscrafts.com/mancala-game/feed/ 0 Kwanzaa Candle Holder Craft https://freekidscrafts.com/kwanzaa-candleholders/ https://freekidscrafts.com/kwanzaa-candleholders/#respond Mon, 26 Dec 2022 07:08:37 +0000 December 26th marks the beginning of Kwanzaa. Celebrate by having the kids recycle baby food jars into beautiful candle holders. Trivia: The name Kwanzaa is derived from the phrase “matunda ya kwanza” which means “first fruits” in Swahili. Each family celebrates Kwanzaa in its own way, but celebrations often include songs and dances, African drums,...

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]]> https://freekidscrafts.com/kwanzaa-candleholders/feed/ 0 Kwanzaa Hat Craft https://freekidscrafts.com/kwanzaa-hat/ https://freekidscrafts.com/kwanzaa-hat/#respond Wed, 21 Dec 2022 07:01:59 +0000 Celebrate the season of Kwanzaa by making this special Kwanzaa Hat. Each boy will want his own. It’s a great way to join in the celebration of Kwanzaa and it’s easy to make. The cap is made in the traditional Kwanzaa colors. Trivia: In order to avoid over-commercialization, gifts handed out to family members on...

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]]> https://freekidscrafts.com/kwanzaa-hat/feed/ 0 Kwanzaa Placemat Craft https://freekidscrafts.com/kwanzaa-placemat/ https://freekidscrafts.com/kwanzaa-placemat/#respond Sat, 10 Dec 2022 07:01:33 +0000 Make this colorful Kwanzaa Placemat for your holiday celebration. Kwanzaa is a celebration of family, culture and community. Great project for learning the beginning principals of weaving. Kids can make one for themselves and encourage their family to join in the fun. Trivia: Weaving is acknowledged as one of the oldest surviving crafts in the...

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