Li’l Rabbit’s Kwanzaa
Li’l Rabbit’s Kwanzaa by Donna L. Washington, published by HarperCollins Publishers on December 15, 2020, is a 32-page children’s book that introduces young readers to the significance of Kwanzaa. Through vibrant and playful illustrations, the story captures the essence of community and the holiday spirit. It follows Li’l Rabbit as he navigates a challenging Kwanzaa when his Granna Rabbit falls ill, preventing the family from celebrating their traditional feast, Karamu.
In this engaging tale, Li’l Rabbit embarks on a quest to find a special treat for Granna Rabbit, hoping to bring joy to her celebration despite the circumstances. Along the way, he encounters various characters, including Groundhog and Momma Field Mouse, who contribute to his journey. The narrative emphasizes themes of family and support, making it a suitable read for both home and classroom settings. The book also includes two pages dedicated to “The Nguzo Saba–The Seven Principles of Kwanzaa,” encouraging children to reflect on the holiday’s messages in a fun and interactive way.
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Share this Kwanzaa story with your family or in the classroom. “Very bright, playful, textured pictures capture the spirit of community that is the essence of the holiday. The two final pages about ‘The Nguzo Saba–The Seven Principles of Kwanzaa’ will take kids back to the story to find the holiday message in action.”*
The story of Li’l Rabbit captures the true meaning of Kwanzaa–coming together to help others. Donna L. Washington’s story, with art from Shane W. Evans (Chocolate Me!), provides a fun introduction to the holiday.
Li’l Rabbit is not having a very good Kwanzaa. Granna Rabbit is sick, and so his family won’t celebrate his favorite part of Kwanzaa this year: a big feast called Karamu.
Li’l Rabbit knows what to do! He’ll find Granna Rabbit a special treat for Karamu so she can celebrate anyway.
He looks under a pile of logs, in the field, and in the pond and along the way meets Groundhog, Momma Field Mouse, and the frogs–but he doesn’t find anything for Granna Rabbit.
Maybe I’m just too little to help Granna Rabbit celebrate Kwanzaa, Li’l Rabbit thinks. Or maybe he just needs a little help from his family and friends.
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