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.".

"The People Remember tells the journey of African descendants in America by connecting their history to the seven principles of Kwanzaa. It begins in Africa, where people were taken from their homes and families. They spoke different languages and had different customs. Yet they were bound and chained together and forced onto ships sailing into an unknown future. Ultimately, all these people had to learn one common language and create a culture that...

Presents the history and meaning behind the observance of Kwanzaa. In this wonderful addition to the "Finding Out About Holidays" series, author Carol Gnojewski explains the development of Kwanzaa by Professor Maulana Karenga, an African-American cultural leader. She explores the seven principles, and explains how they can be used to enrich every Americans daily life. Full-color photographs, a craft project, and Internet addresses help readers understand...

"Relevant images match informative text in this introduction to Kwanzaa. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade"--

"This search-and-find book invites young readers to look for new vocabulary words and pictures while giving simple facts about the Kwanzaa holiday and the way people celebrate it"--

Martin's big words: Using quotes from some of his beloved speeches, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. comes to life in this profound and important biography about beliefs and dreams and following one's heart. John Henry: Based on the famous African-American folk ballad, this story tells of the legendary contest between a spirited man with a hammer and a steam drill to build a tunnel through the Allegheny Mountains of West Virginia. Seven candles for Kwanzaa:...