Most children do not pursue secondary education due to family and economic pressure. Art Woodcarving, painting, dance and storytelling. It is a time of visiting with friends and family. Pumpkin soup is traditionally shared to celebrate the end of slavery. December 25, Christmas houses are repainted and trunks of trees are whitewashed.
Families attend church services and midnight supper, then children play in the moonlight.
Sports and Games Soccer is played year round. Boys use anything round or oval for a soccer ball. Kites are popular, especially at Easter time. Children play many versions of Hide and Seek. Typical Foods Rice, beans, corn, coffee, bananas.