Describes the Africa-inspired holiday of Kwanzaa and the things people do to celebrate.

Text and photographs depict how a Chicago family celebrates the African American holiday, Kwanzaa.

"In this title, emergent readers are introduced to the celebrations, traditions, and symbols behind the Kwanzaa holiday. Carefully crafted text with high-frequency words, repetitive sentence patterns, and strong visual references support emergent readers, creating a . . . first nonfiction reading experience"--Provided by publisher.

Simple text and color photographs introduce readers to the traditions of Kwanzaa.

L'il Rabbit searches for a gift for his grandmother when she is sick during Kwanzaa, and surprises her with the best gift of all. Includes "The Nguzo Saba - The Seven Principles of Kwanzaa."

Describes the tradition and customs of Kwanzaa and includes activities.

Examines how people celebrate Kwanzaa. Students will develop word recognition and reading skills while learning about Kwanzaa principles and rituals of recognition.

Willie longs to express his musical talent with instruments created by his African ancestors--such as guedras, ecasas, atumpan, and dundun drums--and he gets his opportunity at the Kwanzaa festival.