Kwanzaa: From Holiday to Every Day: A Complete Guide for Making Kwanzaa a Part of Your Life

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

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.

About Maitefa Angaza