Children - Holidays & Festivals, Children - Social Studies
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Overview
During the last week of December, Kwanzaa is a time of celebration in the African-American community, and families across the nation gather for this colorful holiday highlighting their heritage. Color illustrations throughout.Introduces Kwanzaa, the holiday in which Afro-Americans celebrate their cultural heritage.
Synopsis
During the last week of December, Kwanzaa is a time of celebration in the African-American community, and families across the nation gather for this colorful holiday highlighting their heritage. Color illustrations throughout.
Children's Literature
My First Kwanzaa Book is for very young children. The text is simple enough for very young participants and the illustrations by Cal Massey extend the feelings of warmth, tradition and family so important to this holiday. The book can be extended to older readers with the short explanations of history, the Seven Principles, symbols and words.
Editorials
Children's Literature -
A bright, colorful book that explains the principles and traditions of Kwanzaa. Young readers will learn about the seven principles, symbols, and words associated with the holiday and enjoy illustrations of celebrants in traditional African garb.Children's Literature -
My First Kwanzaa Book is for very young children. The text is simple enough for very young participants and the illustrations by Cal Massey extend the feelings of warmth, tradition and family so important to this holiday. The book can be extended to older readers with the short explanations of history, the Seven Principles, symbols and words.Book Details
Published
October 1, 1999
Publisher
Scholastic, Inc.
Pages
32
Format
Paperback
ISBN
9780439129268