Happy Kwanzaa! (Sesame Street)

Illustrated by Barry Goldberg
Celebrate Kwanzaa with Gabrielle, Tamir—and Elmo—on Sesame Street!

Happy Kwanzaa! Gabrielle and Tamir are excited to celebrate their African American culture—and Elmo is excited to learn all about the holiday. From lighting the candles in the kinara, to discussing the seven principles, and enjoying a family feast, there's a lot to be excited about! This colorful book with sturdy board pages makes a great Kwanzaa gift for young boys and girls.

Sesame Workshop, the nonprofit educational organization behind Sesame Street, is dedicated to helping kids grow smarter, stronger, and kinder. By creating researched-based media and resources for families around the world, Sesame Workshop is able to meet children’s most pressing needs. With a focus on foundational knowledge & skills, creativity & playful problem-solving, self-identify & belonging, and emotional well-being, Sesame Street is the most trusted name in early learning.
Barry Goldberg is a children's book illustrator whose works include Cookie Kisses, Bob and the Hungry Bunnies, and Good Night, Tucked in Tight. View titles by Barry Goldberg

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Celebrate Kwanzaa with Gabrielle, Tamir—and Elmo—on Sesame Street!

Happy Kwanzaa! Gabrielle and Tamir are excited to celebrate their African American culture—and Elmo is excited to learn all about the holiday. From lighting the candles in the kinara, to discussing the seven principles, and enjoying a family feast, there's a lot to be excited about! This colorful book with sturdy board pages makes a great Kwanzaa gift for young boys and girls.

Sesame Workshop, the nonprofit educational organization behind Sesame Street, is dedicated to helping kids grow smarter, stronger, and kinder. By creating researched-based media and resources for families around the world, Sesame Workshop is able to meet children’s most pressing needs. With a focus on foundational knowledge & skills, creativity & playful problem-solving, self-identify & belonging, and emotional well-being, Sesame Street is the most trusted name in early learning.

Author

Barry Goldberg is a children's book illustrator whose works include Cookie Kisses, Bob and the Hungry Bunnies, and Good Night, Tucked in Tight. View titles by Barry Goldberg

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