Download or read book Kwanzaa Gets an A written by Steven Thedford and published by . This book was released on 2019-12-09 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: My daughter, Kennedy I.Thedford, inspired me to write about why the African American holiday of Kwanzaa has two A s when the Swahili word has only one. She asked the question because all other holidays, such as Christmas and Hanukkah, have a story behind them. What was the story of Kwanzaa? I didn t have an answer, so I began researching the holiday. In conducting that research, I ran across different stories of why Kwanzaa has that extra A. One explanation said that an extra A was added to the end of the word Kwanzaa to distinguish the American celebration of the holiday from the African word of Kwanza. Another author said the extra letter was added to the Swahili word to give the word seven letters to match the seven principles and symbols of the holiday. Yet, after reading a couple of Dr. Karenga s books, I learned that Kwanzaa has two A s because he added an extra to the word kwanza at the first celebration so that all seven children present could participate, an African tradition. Also, this research inspired me to write the picture book titled, Kwanzaa Gets an A and this is the first picture book that tells the story of Kwanzaa.
Download or read book Li l Rabbit s Kwanzaa written by Donna L. Washington and published by Harper Collins. This book was released on 2010-09-28 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Li'l Rabbit is not having a very good Kwanzaa. Granna Rabbit is sick, and so his family won't celebrate his favorite part of Kwanzaa this year: a big feast called Karamu. Li'l Rabbit knows what to do! He'll find Granna Rabbit a special treat for Karamu so she can celebrate anyway. He looks under a pile of logs, in the field, and in the pond and along the way meets Groundhog, Momma Field Mouse, and the frogs—but he doesn't find anything for Granna Rabbit. Maybe I'm just too little to help Granna Rabbit celebrate Kwanzaa, Li'l Rabbit thinks. Or maybe he just needs a little help from his family and friends. Inspired by Brer Rabbit, a trickster character from the African-American folklore tradition, the story of Li'l Rabbit captures the true meaning of Kwanzaa—coming together to help others.
Download or read book Santa s Kwanzaa written by Garen Thomas and published by Jump At The Sun. This book was released on 2004-08-23 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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!
Download or read book Celebrate Kwanzaa with Boots and Her Kittens written by F. Isabel Campoy and published by Alfaguara. This book was released on 2007 with total page 31 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Every day of Kwanzaa a family searches for their missing cat, and finally, on the last day, they find Boots, and a big surprise.
Download or read book Celebrate Kwanzaa written by Carolyn Otto and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2008 with total page 40 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An introduction to the symbols and concepts of the African-American holiday Kwanzaa.
Download or read book Have a Happy written by Mildred Pitts Walter and published by HarperCollins. This book was released on 1990-12-01 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Upset because his birthday falls on Christmas and will therefore be eclipsed as usual, and worried that there is less money because his father is out of work, eleven-year-old Chris takes solace in the carvings he is preparing for Kwanzaa, the Afro-American celebration of their cultural heritage.
Download or read book Kevin s Kwanzaa written by Lisa Bullard and published by Millbrook Press. This book was released on 2012 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.
Download or read book Together for Kwanzaa written by Juwanda G. Ford and published by Random House Books for Young Readers. This book was released on 2010-12-01 with total page 49 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Kwanzaa is Kayla’s favorite time of year. But this year, it looks as if a heavy snowstorm will keep her big brother, Khari, from getting home in time for the festivities! Will Khari miss the celebration completely? Or will Kayla and her brother somehow find a way to be together for Kwanzaa? A perfect introduction to Kwanzaa, this book will teach children all about the traditions and practices that make it a special winter holiday.
Download or read book The Children s Book of Kwanzaa written by Dolores Johnson and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 1997-10 with total page 164 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: STRENGTHENING THE FAMILY AND THE COMMUNITY Each year on December 26, the African American holiday of Kwanzaa begins. What is the purpose of Kwanzaa? How did it get its start? Dolores Johnson's easy-to-follow guide gives detailed descriptions of Kwanzaa's principles and symbols. This comprehensive resource also includes recipes and craft and gift ideas, as well as suggestions to help young readers and their families create their own special Kwanzaa celebration.
Download or read book Kwanzaa written by Lisa Jo Amstutz and published by Capstone. This book was released on 2017-01-01 with total page 26 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ItÕs time to celebrate Kwanzaa! Light the kinara. Eat a big feast with your family. In this e-book with spoken-word audio, emergent readers will learn how people come together during Kwanzaa to celebrate African-American heritage.
Download or read book My First Kwanzaa written by Karen Katz and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 2003-11 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A girl describes how she and her family celebrate the seven days of Kwanzaa.
Download or read book The Story of Kwanzaa written by Donna L. Washington and published by Harper Collins. This book was released on 1997-09-20 with total page 44 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.
Download or read book Jaheem s First Kwanzaa written by Zephaniah Martin and published by . This book was released on 2021-12 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Kwanzaa written by Molly Aloian and published by Crabtree Publishing Company. This book was released on 2009 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Examines the history, principles, and symbols of Kwanzaa, a holiday created in 1966 to celebrate African-American history and culture.
Download or read book Kwanzaa written by Lola M. Schaefer and published by Capstone. This book was released on 2000-09 with total page 34 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Simple text and photographs describe and illustrate Kwanzaa, the holiday that was created in 1966 to honor African American culture.
Download or read book My Family Celebrates Kwanzaa written by Lisa Bullard and published by Lerner Publications TM. This book was released on 2022-01-01 with total page 24 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Audisee® eBooks with Audio combine professional narration and sentence highlighting for an engaging read aloud experience! Kwanzaa traces its origins to the American Civil Rights era. Critical thinking questions and fast facts prompt young readers to engage with this fun narrative and learn all about Kwanzaa.
Download or read book Kwanzaa written by Sheila Anderson and published by ABDO Publishing Company. This book was released on 2009-09-01 with total page 34 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Cultural Holidays illustrated nonfiction book Kwanzaa teaches young readers about the background, traditions, foods, and celebrations of the African-American holiday. Easy-to-read text combines with colorful illustrations to provide entertainment and facts for even the youngest audience. Looking Glass Library is an imprint of Magic Wagon, a division of ABDO Group. Grades P-4.
