Kwanzaa And The Nguzo Sab

Kwanzaa: a celebration of family, community, 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.

First observed in 1966, Kwanzaa is the weeklong celebration of African traditions in American culture. Readers will be introduced to the black power movement of the last century and understand that this holiday was created to connect African Americans with their heritage. This informative resource includes colorful photos, an easy-to-follow recipe for Botswanan stew and instructions on how to make and play the mancala counting game.

The insights and perspectives presented in this work seek to encourage and facilitate the deepest understanding and most diligent undertaking of the principles, precepts and practices of the Kwanzaa/Nguzo Saba tradition, to allow the historical-cultural-spiritual dynamics which they embody to have their greatest, transformative and liberating impact on the lives of individuals, families, communities, and nations, throughout the world-wide community of sons and daughters of Africa. We must not allow the power and potentials of this magnificent body of African history, heritage and promise to be lost to the anti-African forces, values and practices that seek to undermine their eternal truth, beauty and goodness. --Min. Mxolisi Ozo-Sowande

Introduces the African American holiday begun in 1966 which celebrates seven important principles.

Umoja, a friendly 12-year-old girl, embarks on a journey to visit her grandmother in the land of Nguzo Saba. However, she is met with unexpected troubles, which bring her new friends to help her solve them. This story teaches the seven Kwanzaa principles or "Nguzo Saba" through a fun and memorable approach. Whether you are new to Kwanzaa or have practiced for several years, this adventurous story will have you at the edge of your seat and make your heart swell with pride. In addition, the vivid and smooth illustrations will foster the imagination of the storytelling approach.