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Kwanzaa

Books

My first Kwanzaa by Karen Katz
A girl describes how she and her family celebrate the seven days of Kwanzaa.
Seven Spools of Thread by Angela Shelf Medearis
When they are given the seemingly impossible task of turning thread into gold, the seven Ashanti brothers put aside their differences, learn to get along, and embody the principles of Kwanzaa.
Kwanzaa by Carol Gnojewski
Presents the history and meaning behind the observance of Kwanzaa.

To find more books and materials search the library catalog:
Kwanzaa
Kwanzaa Juvenile Literature

Websites

Kwanzaa: An African-American Celebration
http://www.globalindex.com/kwanzaa/
Learn about the Seven Principles of Kwanzaa, rituals and colors for this holiday.
Kulture Kidz: Kwanzaa
http://www.aakulturezone.com/kidz/abc/kwanzaa.html
Celebrations, traditions, greetings and gifts you can give for Kwanzaa.
Khadijah's Kwanzaa Page
http://members.dca.net/areid/kwanzaa.htm
Make an Oware (Mankala) game to play, or choose from several family activities. Traditional symbols of Kwanzaa are listed for you to include in your celebration.
Billy Bear's Kwanzaa Fun
http://www.billybear4kids.com/holidays/kwanzaa/kwanzaa.htm
Clip art, coloring pages, stationery, greeting cards, activities and more
Kid's Domain Kwanzaa Time
http://www.kidsdomain.com/holiday/kwanzaa/
Stories, games, software, clip art, coloring, activities and more