Celebrating Kwanzaa

Most people will have heard of Kwanzaa. Many people are familiar with the bright colors and fun associated with the holiday, but many don't know why or when it's celebrated. Meant to celebrate the unity between African Americans and their African roots, Kwanzaa began in the 1960s. In this book, readers learn about Kwanzaa's creation and the many ways people celebrate this time after the Christmas season. Full-color photographs draw all readers into the fascinating history and celebration of Kwanzaa, honoring diversity and introducing cultural traditions they may be unfamiliar with.

A family celebrates Kwanzaa in this first-person narrative nonfiction title. A young girl explains how her family celebrates together as they carry out various family rituals and customs. This nonfiction title is paired with the fiction title Brianna's Best.

Examines the history, principles, and symbols of Kwanzaa, a holiday created in 1966 to celebrate African-American history and culture.

Discusses the origins and symbols of Kwanzaa, the holiday that focuses on African American history, culture, and experiences, and offers suggestions for ways to celebrate this holiday.

Explains in rhyming text the customs associated with the African American harvest holiday Kwanzaa.

Kwanzaa is a seven-day festival that begins on December 26th and is celebrated until the first of January each year. It celebrates African American culture as well as family and community. Families gather to eat delicious foods, exchange gifts, and honor their heritage and traditions. Using age-appropriate language, this book explores Kwanzaa's roots and the social significance of its founding. Colorful images allow readers to visualize the celebration and make connections with the text. Each day of the holiday focuses on one of seven principles that readers will be able to appreciate in their own life, even if their family doesn't celebrate Kwanzaa.

An introduction to the symbols and concepts of the African-American holiday Kwanzaa.