The Story Behind Kwanzaa
The Story Behind Kwanzaa

Author: Melissa Raé Shofner

Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc

Published: 2019-07-15

Total Pages: 24

ISBN-13: 1725300591

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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.

Seven Spools of Thread
Seven Spools of Thread

Author: Angela Shelf Medearis

Publisher: Albert Whitman & Company

Published: 2000-09-01

Total Pages: 42

ISBN-13: 0807573175

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Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Platinum Award 2001 Notable Social Studies Trade Book for Young People for 2001 2001 ALA Notable Book for Children 2002-2003 Show Me Readers Award Master List 2003 Louisiana Young Readers' Choice Award Master List Not Just for Children Anymore! 2001 2001 Notable Books for a Global Society Honor Book 2003 Winner, Storytelling World Award "A fine choice for a Kwanzaa gift."—Kirkus Reviews, starred review "Striking woodcuts and a resonant original folktale are the warp and weft of this understated, effective approach to Kwanzaa."—Publishers Weekly, starred review In an African village live seven brothers who make family life miserable with their constant fighting. When their father dies, he leaves an unusual will: by sundown, the brothers must make gold out of seven spools of thread. If they fail, they will be turned out as beggars. Using the Nguzo Saba, or "seven principles" of Kwanzaa, the author has created an unforgettable story that shows how family members can pull together, for their own good and the good of the entire community. Magnificent and inspiring linoleum block prints by Daniel Minter bring joy to this Kwanzaa celebration.

The Story of Kwanzaa
The Story of Kwanzaa

Author: Donna L. Washington

Publisher: Harper Collins

Published: 1997-09-20

Total Pages: 44

ISBN-13: 0064462005

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It’s Kwanzaa-time! Light the candles on the kinara! Fly the bendera, and tell stories from Africa! The festival of Kwanzaa was originated by Dr. Maulana Karenga to honor the customs and history of African Americans. The seven principles of Kwanzaa, called the Nguzo Saba, serve to remind African Americans of the struggles of the past, and also focus on present-day achievements and goals for the future. Activities at the end of the book include making your own cow-tail switch and baking benne cakes.

A Story of Kwanzaa
A Story of Kwanzaa

Author: Brian Edwards

Publisher: CreateSpace

Published: 2013-12-08

Total Pages: 44

ISBN-13: 9781494410452

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A Story of Kwanzaa & Festival Guide is a fictional story about how the festival of Kwanzaa began. Set in ancient Africa, the story introduces Mama and Baba Kwanzaa, literally mother and father Kwanzaa to the reader. These individuals are the two main characters of the story who become icons of Kwanzaa as Father Christmas, St Nicholas or Santa Claus is to Christmas. The book also offers a comprehensive and detailed guide to how the Kwanzaa Festival is celebrated and commemorated.

The Best Kwanzaa Ever: Story, Crafts and Puzzles
The Best Kwanzaa Ever: Story, Crafts and Puzzles

Author: E.Townsend

Publisher: Eidetic Publishing

Published:

Total Pages: 44

ISBN-13:

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Kwanzaa is an African-American holiday which celebrates African-American culture and unity. Kara's first Kwanzaa is spent with her friend Jade. The two of them make a Kwanzaa mat, a kinara, and a drum. The story includes many fun crafts and puzzles for your kids. This makes a great Kwanzaa or Christmas gift. Celebrate diversity and multiculturalism.

Kwanzaa
Kwanzaa

Author: Molly Aloian

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company

Published: 2009

Total Pages: 36

ISBN-13: 9780778742845

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

A Kwanzaa Story
A Kwanzaa Story

Author: Nancy Harrington

Publisher: iUniverse

Published: 2008-03

Total Pages: 52

ISBN-13: 0595489990

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Gabe Novalee seeks to put his broken life together, but fate doesn't seem to be on his side. The chain restaurant where he's been employed for two years closes suddenly on Christmas Eve, right before his long-estranged sons are set to arrive for a brief two-day visit. Although he's struggled to right the wrongs committed in earlier years, Gabe finds himself without work, without money, and most of all without faith in himself and those around him. What he fears most is how his two young sons, now being raised in the finest suburb of Atlanta, will respond to him, his tiny apartment on the wrong side of town, and his apparent lack of success in the world. What could possibly happen at this late date that would mend their relationship?

Celebrate Kwanzaa
Celebrate Kwanzaa

Author: Carolyn Otto

Publisher: National Geographic Books

Published: 2008

Total Pages: 40

ISBN-13: 9781426303197

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

Kwanzaa
Kwanzaa

Author: Hannah Eliot

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2024-09-10

Total Pages: 24

ISBN-13: 1665962895

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Learn all about the traditions of Kwanzaa in this board book from the Celebrate the World series, which highlights special occasions and holidays across the globe. Joyous Kwanzaa! On December 26th of each year, the celebration of Kwanzaa begins. Kwanzaa is an African American and pan-African holiday that honors history, family, values, community, and culture. During this time, families gather, songs are sung, and dances and stories and poetry are performed! This festive board book helps teach even the youngest of readers about the celebration and importance of Kwanzaa.

Kwanzaa
Kwanzaa

Author: Molly Aloian

Publisher: Taylor & Francis

Published: 2009

Total Pages: 313

ISBN-13: 0415998549

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Kwanzaa is an African American holiday celebrated from December 26 to January 1, while celebrating Kwanzaa people eat delicious foods, wear special clothes, sing, dance, and celebrate their ancestors.