An useful overview of the rituals and history behind one of America's fastest-growing holidays. Kwanzaa was founded in 1966 by Dr. Maulana Karenga in order to encourage African Americans to reconnect with their African heritage and to unify their families and communities. The website provides information about educational programs and publications supporting gardening. PLT focuses on educating for student awareness, understanding and responsibility for healthy environments. Curriculum framework, activities, and lesson plans are available for classroom teachers.
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Users can search by keywords, grade levels, subjects, and material types to access information about specific topics. The site provides information about Christmas tree facts and traditions, Christmas tree types and care. Notable Christmas tree events around the world are described. Christmas tree farms around Illinois, Indiana and Wisconsin are listed. Additional Christmas tree links for kids are available.