Children's Book of Kwanzaa

A Guide to Celebrating the Holiday

Häftad, Engelska, 1997

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Beskrivning

Discover the history of the African American holiday Kwanzaa in this comprehensive, easy-to-follow nonfiction middle grade guide.Each year on December 26, the African American holiday of Kwanzaa begins. What is the purpose of Kwanzaa? How did it get its start? This comprehensive resource gives detailed descriptions of Kwanzaa’s principles and symbols and includes recipes and craft and gift ideas, as well as suggestions to help young readers and their families create their own special Kwanzaa celebration.

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum:1997-10-01
Mått:177 x 228 x 12 mm
Vikt:304 g
Format:Häftad
Språk:Engelska
Antal sidor:160
Förlag:Simon & Schuster
Illustratör:Dolores Johnson
ISBN:9780689815560

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Dolores Johnson is the talented author-illustrator of many books for children, including Now Let Me Fly, What Will Mommy Do When I'm at School?, and Seminole Diary. A graduate of Boston University, Ms. Johnson was born and raised in New Britain, Connecticut. She now lives in Inglewood, California.

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School Library Journal Has the most extensive survey of African American history ever included in a children's book on Kwanzaa.

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ContentsIntroductionChapter 1A History of Africans and Africans in America and Its Importance in the Celebration of KwanzaaChapter 2What Are the Seven Principles of Kwanzaa and How Are They Practiced?Chapter 3What Are the Symbols of Kwanzaa and How Are They Used in the Celebration?Chapter 4Crafts to Make Before KwanzaaThe KinaraThe Mishumaa Saba (Candles)The Mkeka (Mat)Mazao BasketThe Kikombe Cha Umoja (Unity Cup)The Bendera Ya Taifa (Unity Flag)Chapter 5Gifts to Make for KwanzaaJewelryDecorative ItemsMusical InstrumentsTextilesPaperCraftsBooksToysChapter 6Recipes for a Well-Fed KwanzaaAppetizers/SaladsMain DishesVegetablesBreadsDessertsDrinksChapter 7Special Programs for KwanzaaChapter 8How Do I Prepare for Kwanzaa?Chapter 9Where to BuyGlossaryBibliographyCalendar