“A List of Children’s Books to Help Introduce the Youth to the Meanings, Symbols and Purpose of Kwanzaa”
Below you will find a collection of children’s books focused on the subject of Kwanzaa. Any of these books would serve as a great start to explaining Kwanzaa to to the youth to give them a better understanding of the holiday, its symbols and purpose. I put together this list after receiving numerous emails about how to introduce children to this holiday. Hopefully it will assist our Black Art Depot community and all other interested parties in sharing the joys of Kwanzaa with their children, their family and friend’s children and any other young person interested in learning more about this incredible holiday that we call Kwanzaa!
If you have any other book recommendations please feel free to comment below and share it with us!
Kwanzaa Books for Children
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My First Kwanzaa | Karen Katz | $10.17 |
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| A simple way to get acquainted with Kwanzaa. This book contains a warm and lively introduction to a very special holiday will help even the youngest children join in! Author and illustrator Karen Katz kicks off a wonderful new series of picture books for the very young with My First Kwanzaa. The series will offer a simple and fun way to get familiar with the traditions of holiday celebrations from different cultures. | ||||
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Seven Spools of Thread | Angela Medearis | $6.99 |
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| In an African village live seven brothers who make life miserable with their constant fighting. When their father dies, he leaves an unusual will: by sundown, the brothers must make gold out of seven spools of thread or they will be turned out as beggars. | ||||
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Kwanzaa | Trudi Trueit | $15.99 |
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| Following the well-known and much-loved Rookie Books format, these fun and informative books introduce early elementary-school children to the basic facts about major holidays. Each book explains the development of the holiday and how it is celebrated today, and includes holiday games, traditions, crafts, and foods. | ||||
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Together for Kwanzaa | Juwanda Ford | $3.99 |
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| Kwanzaa is Kayla’s favorite time of year. But this year, it looks as if a heavy snowstorm will keep her big brother, Khari, from getting home in time for the festivities! Will Khari miss the celebration completely? Or will Kayla and her brother somehow find a way to be together for Kwanzaa? A perfect introduction to Kwanzaa, this book will teach children all about the traditions and practices that make it a special winter holiday. | ||||
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Lil’ Rabbits | Donna Washington | $10.39 |
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| Li’l Rabbit is not having a very good Kwanzaa. Granna Rabbit is sick, and so his family won’t celebrate his favorite part of Kwanzaa this year: a big feast called Karamu. Li’l Rabbit knows what to do! He’ll find Granna Rabbit a special treat for Karamu so she can celebrate anyway. He looks under a pile of logs, in the field, and in the pond and along the way meets Groundhog, Momma Field Mouse, and the frogs—but he doesn’t find anything for Granna Rabbit. Maybe I’m just too little to help Granna Rabbit celebrate Kwanzaa, Li’l Rabbit thinks. Or maybe he just needs a little help from his family and friends. Inspired by Brer Rabbit, a trickster character from the African-American folklore tradition, the story of Li’l Rabbit captures the true meaning of Kwanzaa—coming together to help others. | ||||
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My First Kwanzaa Book | Deborah Chocolate | $6.99 |
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| During the last week of December, Kwanzaa is a time to dress up in African clothes and gather together with relatives from all over the country. Grandma brings special things to eat, Grandpa lights the candles, and everyone in the family celebrates their heritage. | ||||
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Seven Days of Kwanzaa | Angela Medearis | $13.99 |
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| Celebrate the culture, heritage, family, and tradition of Kwanzaa through this beautiful variation of a popular holiday song. On the fifth day of Kwanzaa, my people gave to me Five festive friends! Four spending dollars, Red, green, and black, Two drums-a-drumming, And a promise for unity.
Sing in celebration of Kwanzaa with this cheerful holiday rhyme. This creative spin on a familiar Christmas song features rhyming text, and lively artwork from illustrator Jeremy Tugeau. |
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The Children’s Book of Kwanzaa | Dolores Johnson | $12.09 |
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| Each year on December 26, the African American holiday of Kwanzaa begins. What is the purpose of Kwanzaa? How did it get its start? Dolores Johnson’s easy-to-follow guide gives detailed descriptions of Kwanzaa’s principles and symbols. This comprehensive resource also includes recipes and craft and gift ideas, as well as suggestions to help young readers and their families create their own special Kwanzaa celebration. | ||||
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The Sound of Kwanzaa | Dimitrea Tokubo | $14.42 |
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| Hear the words, sing the songs, dance to the beat, and shout “Harambee!” as you jump into this joyful celebration of the sounds of Kwanzaa! The sound is Umoja–bringing us together. The sound is Kuumba–the songs of our ancestors. The sound is Kwanzaa! Lively verse and colorful illustrations guide you through the seven principles of this festive holiday. All you have to do is come close, gather round, and discover what Kwanzaa is all about! |
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Kani Saburi Ayubu
January 1, 2012
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