Kwanzaa Books

Seven Spools of Thread: A Kwanzaa Story By Angela Shelf Medearis, Daniel Minter (Illustrator) Cover Image
$6.99
ISBN: 9780807573167
Availability: Available from Warehouse
Published: Albert Whitman & Company - September 1st, 2000

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.


Li'l Rabbit's Kwanzaa: A Kwanzaa Holiday Book for Kids By Donna L. Washington, Shane W. Evans (Illustrator) Cover Image
$13.99
ISBN: 9780060728168
Availability: Available from Warehouse
Published: Katherine Tegen Books - September 28th, 2010

Share this Kwanzaa story with your family or in the classroom. "Very bright, playful, textured pictures capture the spirit of community that is the essence of the holiday. The two final pages about 'The Nguzo Saba––The Seven Principles of Kwanzaa' will take kids back to the story to find the holiday message in action."*


The Story of Kwanzaa: A Kwanzaa Holiday Book for Kids By Donna L. Washington, Stephen Taylor (Illustrator) Cover Image
$8.99
ISBN: 9780064462006
Availability: Available from Warehouse
Published: HarperCollins - September 20th, 1997

It’s time for Kwanzaa!

Light the candles on the kinara! Fly the bendera, and tell stories from Africa! The festival of Kwanzaa was originated by Dr. Maulana Karenga to honor the customs and history of African Americans.


Together for Kwanzaa (Pictureback(R)) By Juwanda G. Ford, Shelly Hehenberger Cover Image
$5.99
Currently Unavailable
ISBN: 9780375803291
Published: Random House Books for Young Readers - August 8th, 2000

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?


Kwanzaa (Rookie Read-About Holidays) By Lisa M. Herrington Cover Image
$5.95
Currently Unavailable
ISBN: 9780531273548
Published: Children's Press - September 1st, 2013

An introduction to the traditions, festivities, and history of Kwanzaa for the youngest readers.

This fact-filled Rookie Read-About Holiday book introduces the youngest readers (Ages 3-6) to the traditions, festivities, and history of Kwanzaa.


Kwanzaa: From Holiday to Every Day: A Complete Guide for Making Kwanzaa a Part of Your Life By Maitefa Angaza Cover Image
$14.00
Currently Unavailable
ISBN: 9780758216656
Published: Dafina - October 1st, 2007

From preparation to celebration, make your Kwanzaa a family tradition!


My First Kwanzaa (My First Holiday) By Karen Katz, Karen Katz (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Karen Katz, Karen Katz (Illustrator)
$8.99
ISBN: 9781250050465
Availability: Temporarily Out of Stock
Published: Square Fish - October 14th, 2014

A simple way to get acquainted with Kwanzaa.

"Hooray! Hooray!
It's time to get ready for Kwanzaa."

During the seven days of Kwanzaa, we celebrate the importance of family, friends, and community. This warm and lively introduction to a very special holiday will help even the youngest children join in!