Fall 2024

Jaheem's First Kwanzaa

  • Interest Level: Preschool - Grade 2
  • Reading Level: Grade 2

Jaheem learns the importance of honoring his cultural roots.

He is introduced to Kwanzaa as a family tradition, when African American families gather together to celebrate their culture and heritage. Kwanzaa offers inspiration for community building and family engagement. This book will inspire readers to explore the history of Kwanzaa, learn the seven basic principles of African culture, and celebrate African heritage. It serves as a practical guide for introducing principles of multicultural education and social emotional learning.

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Interest Level Preschool - Grade 2
Reading Level Grade 2
Category Diverse Books: #OwnVoices, Diverse Books: Race & Ethnicity, Diversity, Holidays, SEL: A Self-Awareness, SEL: C Social Awareness, Social Emotional Learning
Copyright 2024
Publisher Planting People Growing Justice Press
Imprint Planting People Growing Justice Press
Language English
Number of Pages 32
Publication Date 2024-08-01
Text Type Fiction
BISACS JUV017050, JUV011010
Dewey [E]
Dimensions 8 x 8
Guided Reading Level L
ATOS Reading Level 4.0
Accelerated Reader® Points 0.5
Features Original artwork, Teaching Guides, and eSource

Author: Zephaniah Martin

Zephaniah Tootie Kiflu Martin enjoys storytelling, reading, writing, and discovering new information. He also has a love of music, sports, and spending time with family. He enjoys traveling and exploring new places.

Illustrator: Bilal Karaca

Bilal Karaca graduated from the Traditional Turkish Arts Department, Fine Arts Faculty of Selçuk University. He has illustrated various children’s books and magazines.

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Jaheem's First Kwanzaa

Jaheem learns the importance of honoring his cultural roots. He is introduced to Kwanzaa as a family tradition, when African American families gather together to celebrate their culture and heritage. Kwanzaa offers inspiration for community building and family… View available downloads →