This time of year is all about creating shared memories with loved ones through holiday traditions. If you don't have a special cultural or familial holiday tradition, it's never too late to start one. Why not partake in the nearly 50-year-old tradition of Kwanzaa, a harvest festival of first fruits?
Anybody can celebrate Kwanzaa; it's fun for the whole family, especially if you have children. In years past, I have celebrated Christmas, then Kwanzaa. This is a great way to extend that Christmas or Hanukkah spirit into the new year.
Don't light your first candle on December 26 without checking out these spectacular resources on Kwanzaa:
Seven Days of Kwanzaa: Start your celebration with this handy book that simply explains each of the seven principles along with poems, songs and other useful activities.
Kwanzaa: The little ones will delight in counting as they learn about the customs and traditions of Kwanzaa.
The Sound of Kwanzaa: How do you pronounce Kujichagulia, one of the seven principles of Kwanzaa? Learn how in this playful and fun text, which guides you through the days of Kwanzaa with song, dancing and rhythm.
A Kwanzaa Holiday Cookbook: Learn the symbolism and principles of Kwanzaa while whipping up some bene cakes and other cultural delights. Each principle is accompanied by mouth-watering recipes with easy-to-follow instructions.
Juba This and Juba That: A collection of children's games from African cultures. This collection is chock-full of craft-making activities for Kwanzaa week!
What are some of your holiday traditions?
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