If you're celebrating Kwanzaa with kids this season, or need a good gift for a young reader in your life, these adorable kids Kwanzaa books will fit the bill. With colorful illustrations, impactful lessons and memorable characters, they also make an excellent addition to classroom bookshelves.

Kwanzaa is a celebration of African and African American culture. The annual week-long holiday will be here before you know it, so it's the perfect time to learn about the history and symbolism behind the traditions.

If you'd like to celebrate, there will be Kwanzaa events across Michigan this season. Here's what to know. Start the day smarter. Get all the news you need in your inbox each morning. Kwanzaa is a weeklong African American and Pan-African holiday celebrating culture and community.