12/26/2025
December 26th marks the beginning of Kwanzaa, a beautiful seven-day celebration honoring African heritage, family, community, and culture.
Created in 1966 by Dr. Maulana Karenga, Kwanzaa is centered around Nguzo Saba — the Seven Principles, with each day focusing on a different value that helps children learn kindness, purpose, and unity.
At Prosper, we LOVE teaching families ways to celebrate culture, connection, and community — so here are kid-friendly activities you can do at home for each day of Kwanzaa! 🎉✨
🕯 Day 1 (Dec 26) – Umoja: Unity
Celebrate togetherness.
Try with kids:
🤝 Make a “family teamwork chart”
📸 Create a family photo collage
🧩 Do a puzzle together and talk about how each piece matters — just like people!
🕯 Day 2 – Kujichagulia: Self-Determination
Celebrate confidence and identity.
Try with kids:
📝 Write “I am…” affirmations
🎨 Draw a self-portrait
💬 Talk about what makes each child special and strong
🕯 Day 3 – Ujima: Collective Work & Responsibility
Work together to help your home or community.
Try with kids:
🧸 Donate toys or books
🧹 Let kids choose a “family helper job”
🌱 Plant a seed or small plant together
🕯 Day 4 – Ujamaa: Cooperative Economics
Support one another and local businesses.
Try with kids:
🛒 Visit a local small business
🧁 Let kids run a mini “store” with Play-Doh, crayons, or stickers
💵 Practice exchanging pretend money
🕯 Day 5 – Nia: Purpose
Celebrate finding meaning and setting goals.
Try with kids:
🎯 Make a goal board (one fun goal + one learning goal)
🐘 Talk about how we use our “purpose” to help others
📚 Read a story about determination
🕯 Day 6 – Kuumba: Creativity
Spark imagination and art!
Try with kids:
🎨 Make crafts with red, black, and green
🖍 Create a “family art wall”
🎶 Dance party with cultural music
🕯 Day 7 – Imani: Faith
Celebrate belief in yourself, your family, and your future.
Try with kids:
❤️ Share gratitude statements
📖 Read a bedtime story about courage
🌟 Let kids share something they’re proud of from the past year
From all of us at Prosper Therapy Services…
We love supporting families from all cultures and traditions. Whether you celebrate Kwanzaa, Christmas, Hanukkah, or simply the joy of being together — we wish you a season filled with unity, creativity, and purpose.