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Habari Gani?

"Habari Gani" is a Swahili phrase meaning "What's the news?" This phrase is used as a greeting during Kwanzaa. Lean more about Kwanzaa with the following items.

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  • A Kwanzaa Keepsake and Cookbook

    Celebrating the Holiday With Family, Community, and Traditions

    Harris, Jessica B.,
    "Now with a new introduction by award-winning writer and iconic culinary historian Jessica B. Harris, a foreword by chef and television personality Carla Hall, revised recipes and stories, and a fresh new package, A Kwanzaa Keepsake offers proverbs,…
    Book, 2024New York, NY : Scribner, 2024. — 641.568 HAR
  • "An artistically crafted children's book that poetically captures the essence of the holiday. It embraces its core principles with warmth, positivity, and inspiration."
    Book, 2024[London, ON] : Chalkboard Publishing, 2024. — J HOL PIC MAR
  • "Kwanzaa is based on seven principles that aid those celebrating in looking at their past and heritage. They think about who they are now and use this knowledge to plan for a bright future."
    Book, 2023New York, NY : Cavendish Square Publishing, 2023. — J 394.2612 LYN
  • "Candles are lit during Kwanzaa. With decodable text and appealing illustrations, young readers can learn about the holiday. Pairs with the nonfiction title Holiday Fun"
    Book, 2023Minneapolis : Lerner Publications, [2023] — J HOL E BOR
  • "Jaheem learns the importance of honoring his cultural roots. He is introduced to Kwanzaa as a family tradition. African American families gather together to celebrate their culture and heritage."
    Book, 2021Saint Paul, MN : Planting People Growing Justice Press, [2021] — J HOL PIC MAR
  • "From award-winning, New York Times bestselling author Ibi Zoboi comes her debut book--a tour de force that uses the principles of Kwanzaa to talk about the history of African Americans."
    Streaming Audiobook, 2021[New York] : Balzer + Bray, 2021.
  • "Kwanzaa is a seven-day festival that begins on December 26 and is celebrated until January 1 each year. It celebrates African American culture as well as family and community."
    eBook, 2020New York : PowerKids Press, [2020]
  • "My daughter, Kennedy I.Thedford, inspired me to write about why the African American holiday of Kwanzaa has two A s when the Swahili word has only one. She asked the question because all other holidays, such as Christmas and Hanukkah, have a story…
    Book, 2019Atlanta : New World Press, [2019] — J 394.2612 THE
  • "Every day of Kwanzaa a family searches for their missing cat, and finally, on the last day, they find Boots, and a big surprise."
    Book, 2018Miami, FL : Loqueleo, Santillana USA Publishing Company, [2018] — J HOL PIC CAM
  • "An introduction to the customs and meaning of Kwanzaa."
    eBook, 2010Edina, Minn. : Magin Wagon, c2010.
  • "This unique African-American holiday commemorates the strength of family ties, respect for ancestors, commitment to the growth of community, and gratitude for life's bounties."
    Streaming Video, 1997Weston Woods, 1997.