Author: Andrea Davis Pinkney
Publisher: Dial
ISBN: 9780803712935
Category : African Americans
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
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
Seven Candles for Kwanzaa
Author: Andrea Davis Pinkney
Publisher: Dial
ISBN: 9780803712935
Category : African Americans
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
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
Publisher: Dial
ISBN: 9780803712935
Category : African Americans
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
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
Kevin's Kwanzaa
Author: Lisa Bullard
Publisher: Millbrook Press
ISBN: 9780761350750
Category : African Americans
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
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.
Publisher: Millbrook Press
ISBN: 9780761350750
Category : African Americans
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
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.
Kwanzaa
Author: Karenga (Maulana.)
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 168
Book Description
Kwanzaa: a celebration of family, community, and culture.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 168
Book Description
Kwanzaa: a celebration of family, community, and culture.
Seven Days of Kwanzaa
Author: Ella Grier
Publisher: Viking Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 9780670873272
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
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.
Publisher: Viking Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 9780670873272
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
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.
The Seven Days of Kwanzaa
Author: Melrose Cooper
Publisher: Cartwheel Books
ISBN: 9780439567466
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 28
Book Description
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.
Publisher: Cartwheel Books
ISBN: 9780439567466
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 28
Book Description
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.
My First Kwanzaa
Author: Karen Katz
Publisher: Macmillan
ISBN: 9780805070774
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
A girl describes how she and her family celebrate the seven days of Kwanzaa.
Publisher: Macmillan
ISBN: 9780805070774
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
A girl describes how she and her family celebrate the seven days of Kwanzaa.
My First Kwanzaa Book
Author: Deborah M. Newton Chocolate
Publisher: Turtleback
ISBN: 9780613220484
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
Introduces Kwanzaa, the holiday in which Afro-Americans celebrate their cultural heritage.
Publisher: Turtleback
ISBN: 9780613220484
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
Introduces Kwanzaa, the holiday in which Afro-Americans celebrate their cultural heritage.
Celebrate Kwanzaa
Author: Carolyn Otto
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 9781426303197
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 40
Book Description
An introduction to the symbols and concepts of the African-American holiday Kwanzaa.
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 9781426303197
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 40
Book Description
An introduction to the symbols and concepts of the African-American holiday Kwanzaa.
Celebrating Kwanzaa
Author: Julie Williams
Publisher: ABDO & Daughters
ISBN: 9781562397074
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 40
Book Description
Explains in rhyming text the customs associated with the African American harvest holiday Kwanzaa.
Publisher: ABDO & Daughters
ISBN: 9781562397074
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 40
Book Description
Explains in rhyming text the customs associated with the African American harvest holiday Kwanzaa.
The Story of Kwanzaa
Author: Donna L. Washington
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 0064462005
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 44
Book Description
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.
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 0064462005
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 44
Book Description
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.