Kwanzaa: From Holiday to Every Day: A Complete Guide for Making Kwanzaa a Part o

From preparation to celebration, make your Kwanzaa a family tradition 

 Traditionally, Kwanzaa brings family, friends, and the community together for a winter celebration. But Kwanzaa can be a part of your life year-round. The 20 million people of African descent who celebrate this holiday steeped in cultural richness observe the holiday for its seven principles--principles that inspire the individual and promote community. Whether you're a first-time celebrant or a seasoned veteran, Kwanzaa: From Holiday to Every Day is a must-have reference for making Kwanzaa special for you and your loved ones. With this book, you'll learn: 
 - Planning for daily observance and festive gatherings 
 - The seven principles at the heart of Kwanzaa
 - How to involve everyone in your Karamu (feast) 
 - Recipes for traditional dishes you can make at home
 - Zawadi (gifts) that reflect your values
 - Popular Kwanzaa songs and even one Kwanzaa rap
 - Where to find the best Kwanzaa accessories 
 - And more  
 Let this holiday guide show you how to turn your Kwanzaa observance into a way of life to enrich your family, friends, and community. 
 Of the several books on Kwanzaa, few are invested with such utility as Maitefa Angaza's thorough-going discussion and analysis . . . a meaningful, wonderful guide. --Herb Boyd, author of We Shall Overcome: The History of the Civil Rights Movement As It Happened

Author: Maitefa Angaza
Publisher: Dafina Books
Published: 10/01/2007
Pages: 253
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.69lbs
Size: 7.50h x 6.04w x 0.72d
ISBN: 9780758216656
About the Author
Maitefa Angaza is an editor, author, and producer. Her published work includes Kwanzaa: From Holiday to Every Day. Additionally, Angaza organizes various programs including Heads Up! A Soulful Celebration of Our HAIRitage and serves as the editor of the literary quarterly African Voices. She is also a board member for Reel Sisters of the Diaspora Film Festival, African Voices Communications, and Kalabash Food Coop.