A guide to how Kwanzaa, a winter celebration of family, friends, and the African American community, can be part of life all year round provides information on the seven principles and offers ideas for planning Kwanzaa gatherings.

Describes the tradition and customs of Kwanzaa and includes activities.

Introduces Kwanzaa, the holiday in which Afro-Americans celebrate their cultural heritage.

Kevin, who is excited for his turn to light the candles on the last night of Kwanzaa, tells of the origins, purpose, and rituals of this holiday, a celebration of the African American culture.

Gives the principle and symbol for each day of Kwanzaa, with accompanying poems, songs, activities, and recipes.

Charlie's school is holding a Kwanzaa festival, and he doesn't want to be any part of it because last year he was made fun of when he participated. But Charlie soon learns that Kwanzaa is a celebration of creativity and caring, of family and friends, that Kwanzaa can be a pretty special time-- for everyone.

Introduces the history, customs, meaning, and celebration of Kwanzaa.

While celebrating Kwanzaa and its many traditions with her parents, Kayla hopes that her big brother Khari will get home from college before the holiday is over.