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Afiah Bey, Griot/Storyteller - Big Thought Artist

Kwanzaa- 3 Day Harvest Festival "A Celebration of Family,Community and Culture"
Time Frames
During School Day, After School, Weekend
Formats
Residency
Grades
Pre K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, Talented/Gifted, Bilingual
Standards

Description
"Harbari gani!" (what's the news)-"Umoja"-Unity one the Nguzo Saba (7-principles)of Kwanzaa. Participants will gain knowledge as they learn the foundation, and the creator of this special holiday celebration with dance, songs, arts and crafts, traditional African attire and instruments with a presentation to their grade level classes.

Students Will
  • learn and make the symbol for each principle.
  • learn and present each principle with song.
  • learn and present each principle with a dance.
  • make arts and crafts that represent Kwanzaa.
  • present/perform a Kwanzaa celebration.

Details
Dates: Available Nov.1-Dec.31
Times: 3-day residency
Duration: 45mins-1hour per day
School Fee: $525 or ($175 per session)
Minimum Attendance: 22
Maximum Attendance: 30
Bilingual: Yes
Technical Needs: Spacious Room
Other Information: Program is offered during the fall season of the year.Available various days for After-school programs

Scheduling / Booking
Instructions: Option1: Email [email protected] to schedule a program at least two weeks before the program date. Confirmed when you receive your contract via email. Option 2: Go to www.griotstoryteller.com to book a request. Option 3: Call 214-374-1192
Deadline: 2 week advance notice.
Cancellation Policy: Should illness, inclement weather or other unforseen circumstances take place Melody offers the option of rescheduling. Full payment required if program is canceled on the day of program.
After School Policy: A teacher/employee must remain with class at all times. Preferable if teacher participates in the program.

Curriculum Information

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