‘Together for Kwanzaa‘ by Juwanda G ... The story focuses on helping kids acknowledge their daily blessings, appreciate the actions of others, and find true happiness in their lives.

Umoja is one of her favorite Kwanzaa principles. “We need to educate our kids about being unified and about loving ourselves and loving each other, so unity is my favorite,” she says.

RSVP recommended. Enjoy a celebration in honor of Kwanzaa, which will include a drumming by Hassani Cannon, Kuumba Kids dance performance, local food, libration ceremony led by Ade Adeyemi and live ...

Children are an essential part of Kwanzaa. Without them, the tradition would not live on. Making it a positive experience for your kids, one that will evoke a certain nostalgia, will lead them to ...

Kwanzaa is a family-oriented holiday, and kids play a central role in the celebrations. When shopping for children, consider gifts that promote learning, creativity, and cultural appreciation.

“We definitely had to come to terms with Kwanzaa,” Celeste Morris told the New York Times in 1990. “It was easier when the kids were younger because they didn’t really grasp the full ...

“My father is here and he taught me about Kwanzaa from a very young age,” said Esme Sanders. “So to see all these young kids participating in a Kwanzaa event, and being a part of the ...

Inside a room gradually filling with the smell of craft glue, Ava Mack considered what color glitter to decorate her creation with. Gold, green, red or silver? The 6-year-old decided she did not ...

“I didn’t really grow up celebrating Kwanzaa,” said Ava’s dad, David. “Now, as a parent, I want to help my kids connect with this cultural heritage.” The Nguzo Saba, the seven ...

In Southeast D.C., folks got to watch dance performances and songs as part of Anacostia Community Museum’s introduction to Kwanzaa on Thursday. The seven-day holiday celebrates African heritage ...

Children also take the spotlight during Kwanzaa, and at Saturday’s event kids will have the chance to share their successes from this year, as well as future goals. The Kwanzaa celebration kicks ...