by Donna L. Washington (Author), Stephen Taylor (Illustrator)
It's time for Kwanzaa
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.
The holiday fun continues with activities at the end of the book, including making your own cow-tail switch and baking benne cakes.
Back Jacket
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.
Number of Pages: 40
Dimensions: 0.18 x 8.06 x 8 IN
Illustrated: Yes
Publication Date: September 20, 1997
Accelerated Reader:
Quiz Name: Story of Kwanzaa
Interest Level: Lower Grades, K-3
Reading Level: 4.3
Point Value: 0.5
