Holiday Celebration – serie

Discover the history and importance of Kwanzaa, a week-long December holiday celebrated in Black, African, and African American cultures. In The Kwanzaa Story, little Alliah (of The Juneteenth Story fame) is all grown up and, along with her husband LeVaur, teaches their children Daphne and Alistair why they celebrate Kwanzaa as a family and as a community. This beautifully illustrated storybook shares the origins of the holiday—rooted in Africa, born in Los Angeles—giving historical and cultural context on how a joyful celebration was birthed after the Watts Rebellion and during the Civil Rights Movement. The journey includes:The history of the holiday, complete with timelineKey figures of the Civil Rights Movement and their part in the creation of KwanzaaThe seven guiding principles of Kwanzaa, known as Nguza SabaThe seven core symbols used during Kwanzaa rituals, including the kinara (candle holder) and the mishumaa saba (the seven candles in red, green, and black)How Kwanzaa is celebrated todayAnd more!2025 marks the 60th observance of Kwanzaa. The Kwanzaa Story offers Black, African, and African American children the opportunity to connect with their culture and the holiday in a meaningful way, and to see themselves and their family traditions represented on the page with accuracy and joy. This book also exposes children of different backgrounds to a new end-of-year cultural celebration, taking them on an engaging and educational journey about the principles and traditions of the holiday. This visually captivating guide to understanding Kwanzaa encourages young readers to connect with the holiday and its social impact. Follow along as Alliah and her family discover the cultural significance of Kwanzaa's principles and symbols, providing a tangible element to the holiday that will allow kids and family members to fully and joyfully participate in its celebration. Readers of all ages will love learning about the amazing history and traditions of Kwanzaa through the wise and educational storytelling in The Kwanzaa Story. The Holiday Celebration series from becker&mayer! kids honors the diverse holidays and milestones that shape the cultural fabric of the United States. Though these traditions may have originated elsewhere, brought to our shores by ancestors from around the world, they have endured and evolved to weave the vibrant tapestry of American life. The series includes picture books and their companion kid-friendly cookbooks that share stories uniquely representative of the American experience—an experience that is multilayered, eclectic, inclusive, and joyfully beautiful.Also available from the series:The Juneteenth Story, The Juneteenth Cookbook, The Dia de Los Muertos Story, and The Dia de Los Muertos Cookbook.

Join Little Andrea on an exploration of her Mexican heritage and the history of the Day of the Dead, a holiday that transforms death into a joyful celebration of life.Through detailed stories told by Little Andrea’s beloved abuela, The Dia de Los Muertos Story reveals to young readers the origins of Dia de Los Muertos, or the Day of the Dead, what it means to Mexican families, and how it has grown and expanded to other parts of the world, specifically north into the United States. This enchanting picture book follows Little Andrea as she discovers how what began as ceremonies practiced by the ancient Aztecs has evolved into a holiday recognized far beyond the borders of Mexico. As the story unfolds, Little Andrea explores significant moments in history and historical figures that demonstrate the endurance of the holiday through the ages. The Dia de Los Muertos Story offers children a deeply personal and more meaningful way to connect with the season surrounding the more commercial celebration of Halloween, giving an opportunity to transform the often-scary topic of death into a more nuanced perspective that includes the important celebrations of life, family, and friends. Gorgeously illustrated, this guide to understanding Dia de los Muertos encourages a young audience to engage directly with the holiday and Mexican culture through its many hallmarks such as sugar skulls, papel picado, ofrendas, catrinas, and more.Young readers will love learning beside Little Andrea about the incredible history and traditions of Dia de los Muertos and its joyful celebration of life.The Holiday Celebration series from becker&mayer! kids honors the diverse holidays and milestones that shape the cultural fabric of the United States. Though these traditions may have originated elsewhere, brought to our shores by ancestors from around the world, they have endured and evolved to weave the vibrant tapestry of American life. The series includes picture books and their companion kid-friendly cookbooks that share stories uniquely representative of the American experience—an experience that is multilayered, eclectic, inclusive, and joyfully beautiful.Also available from the series:The Juneteenth Story, The Juneteenth Cookbook, The Dia de Los Muertos Cookbook, and The Kwanzaa Story.

Explora la herencia mexicana con la pequeña Andrea y descubra la historia del Día de los Muertos, una festividad que transforma la muerte en una alegre celebración de la vida. A través de los cuentos de la abuelita de Andrea, La historia del Día de los Muertos presenta los orígenes de esta celebración. También explica su significado para las familias mexicanas y cómo ha crecido y se ha expandido, especialmente hacia el norte, en los Estados Unidos.Este encantador libro ilustrado sigue a la pequeña Andrea mientras descubre como la festividad se originó en ceremonias de los antiguos aztecas y cómo ha evolucionado con el tiempo hasta trascender las fronteras de México. La pequeña Andrea explora diferentes épocas y figuras históricas que reflejan la resistencia y permanencia de esta tradición a lo largo través de los años. La historia del Día de los Muertos ofrece una conexión muy personal y significativa con la festividad, que rodea la época de Halloween, una celebración más comercial. Este libro brinda a los niños la oportunidad de transformar un tema que suele ser aterrador en una perspectiva más matizada, resaltando la importancia de celebrar la vida, la familia y los amigos.Magníficamente ilustrada, esta libro invita a un público joven a interactuar directamente con la festividad y la cultura mexicana a través de sus muchos elementos distintivos, cómo las calaveras de azúcar, el papel picado, las ofrendas, las catrinas y mucho más.A los jóvenes lectores les encantará aprender, junto a la pequeña Andrea, sobre la increíble historia y las tradiciones del Día de los Muertos y su alegre celebración de la vida.Join Little Andrea on an exploration of her Mexican heritage and the history of the Day of the Dead, a holiday that transforms death into a joyful celebration of life.Through detailed stories told by Little Andrea’s beloved abuela, The Dia de Los Muertos Story reveals to young readers the origins of Dia de los Muertos, or the Day of the Dead, what it means to Mexican families, and how it has grown and expanded to other parts of the world, specifically north into the United States. This enchanting picture book follows Little Andrea as she discovers how what began as ceremonies practiced by the ancient Aztecs has evolved into a holiday recognized far beyond the borders of Mexico. As the story unfolds, Little Andrea explores significant moments in history and historical figures that demonstrate the endurance of the holiday through the ages. The Dia de Los Muertos Story offers children a deeply personal and more meaningful way to connect with the season surrounding the more commercial celebration of Halloween, giving an opportunity to transform the often-scary topic of death into a more nuanced perspective that includes the important celebrations of life, family, and friends. Gorgeously illustrated, this guide to understanding Dia de los Muertos encourages a young audience to engage directly with the holiday and Mexican culture through its many hallmarks such as sugar skulls, papel picado, ofrendas, catrinas, and more.Young readers will love learning beside Little Andrea about the incredible history and traditions of Dia de los Muertos and its joyful celebration of life.

Follow along with Little Andrea and her family as they explore the historical and cultural origins of Dia de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead) through food and activities.Join Little Andrea and her family in The Dia de Los Muertos Cookbook as they celebrate this Mexican holiday with 13 delicious recipes and 5 creative activities. As they welcome the souls of their deceased loved ones for a short homecoming, Andrea’s family cooks the amazing food of the culture while engaging in fun and educational activities.  Featuring simple instructions, accessible ingredients, and vibrant illustrations, this celebratory and empowering cookbook makes it easy for kids 8-years-old and up to recreate delicious meals and drinks like: Jamaica (hibiscus iced tea)Mexican Hot Chocolate Ice CreamJicama (Mexican turnip) FriesEsquite (Mexican corn) Dulce de Calabaza (caramelized pumpkin) Two types of tortillas from scratchAnd so much more!Each section also includes fun activities and crafts to keep the celebration going, such as designing papel picado, creating calaveritas (sugar skulls), making marigold garlands, having a dance party, and exploring parades and celebrations around the United States. Comprised of 90 percent cooking and 10 percent family and community engagement, The Dia de Los Muertos Story Cookbook offers young readers a way to connect with the enriching culture of Mexico and learn about a difficult topic in a sensitive, meaningful, and engaging way. The Holiday Celebration series from becker&mayer! kids honors the diverse holidays and milestones that shape the cultural fabric of the United States. Though these traditions may have originated elsewhere, brought to our shores by ancestors from around the world, they have endured and evolved to weave the vibrant tapestry of American life. The series includes picture books and their companion kid-friendly cookbooks that share stories uniquely representative of the American experience—an experience that is multilayered, eclectic, inclusive, and joyfully beautiful.Also available from the series: The Juneteenth Story, The Juneteenth Cookbook, The Dia de Los Muertos Story, and The Kwanzaa Story.