The Seven Days of Kwanzaa

The Seven Days of Kwanzaa

Author: Angela Shelf Medearis

Publisher: Scholastic Inc.

Published: 1994

Total Pages: 116

ISBN-13: 9780590463607

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Every year, for seven days beginning December 26th, African- Americans celebrate their heritage during the Kwanzaa holiday. In this book, you will find recipes for African dishes to make a Kwanzaa feast, and instructions for making masks, African toe puppets, and other Kwanzaa gifts.


The Seven Days of Kwanzaa

The Seven Days of Kwanzaa

Author: Melrose Cooper

Publisher: Cartwheel Books

Published: 2007

Total Pages: 28

ISBN-13: 9780439567466

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This book offers a fun introduction for young children to the celebration of Kwanzaa, complete with vibrant illustrations and simple facts that tell the history and importance of this original African-American holiday. Full color.


Seven Days of Kwanzaa

Seven Days of Kwanzaa

Author: Ella Grier

Publisher: Viking Books for Young Readers

Published: 1997

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780670873272

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Like the holiday itself, Seven Days of Kwanzaa celebrates people pulling together to make things better. John Ward's illustrations illuminate a text that honors the richness of African-American culture and traditions--from lighting candles to singing songs to storytelling. Full color.


My First Kwanzaa

My First Kwanzaa

Author: Karen Katz

Publisher: Macmillan

Published: 2003-11

Total Pages: 36

ISBN-13: 9780805070774

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A girl describes how she and her family celebrate the seven days of Kwanzaa.


Kevin's Kwanzaa

Kevin's Kwanzaa

Author: Lisa Bullard

Publisher: Millbrook Press

Published: 2012

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780761350750

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Kevin is excited for his turn to light the candles on the last night of Kwanzaa. As he narrates through the week of Kwanzaa, readers learn about the origins, purpose, and rituals of this holiday.


Seven Candles for Kwanzaa

Seven Candles for Kwanzaa

Author: Andrea Davis Pinkney

Publisher: Dial

Published: 1993

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780803712935

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In this spirited introduction to Kwanzaa, Andrea Davis Pinkney explains the meaning of the week-long African-American winter holiday and the special way each day is celebrated. The text is simple and straightforward, and pronunciation guides are provided for the Swahili words sprinkled throughout. Filled with facts about the festival, this is a perfect selection for anyone interested in learning more about this unique holiday." A congenial combination of text and pictures that can be used by older children as well as picture book readers."-- Booklist, starred review


Kwanzaa

Kwanzaa

Author: Karenga (Maulana.)

Publisher:

Published: 1998

Total Pages: 168

ISBN-13:

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Kwanzaa: a celebration of family, community, and culture.


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.


Santa's Kwanzaa

Santa's Kwanzaa

Author: Garen Thomas

Publisher: Jump At The Sun

Published: 2004-08-23

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780786851669

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Santa lays the last present beneath the last Christmas tree and returns weary-eyed to the North Pole-to the surprise of a lifetime. From the twenty-sixth day of December to January first, Santa and his family delight in the Kwanzaa tradition, and have a jolly-good time. But as the last day approaches, Santa is still filled with the holiday spirit and wants to do something extra special to show his love for humanity. What more can Santa give? Painfully funny merry-making wraps up sweetly in this risible and enchanting celebration of two holidays under one cover!


The People Remember

The People Remember

Author: Ibi Zoboi

Publisher: Balzer + Bray

Published: 2021

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780062915641

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Recounts the journey of African descendants in America by connecting their history to the seven principles of Kwanzaa.