Kwanzaa – Shantel Gobin

In this book, early fluent readers will learn about the history of Kwanzaa, including when, where, and who first celebrated it, its meaning, the traditions associated with it, including lighting kinara candles, hosting a karamu, and gift-giving, and how it is celebrated in different parts of the world today. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the history behind this popular holiday. Take a Look! infographics introduce the seven principles of Kwanzaa and common symbols of the celebration, sidebars present interesting, supplementary information, and an At a Glance recap offers a map and quick stats on the history of the holiday. Children can learn more about Kwanzaa using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Kwanzaa also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index. Kwanzaa is part of Jump!’s Holiday History series.