Li'l Rabbit's Kwanzaa

Written by Donna L. Washington · Illustrated by Shane W. Evans

Li'l Rabbit seeks a special treat for Granna Rabbit to save Kwanzaa's feast. Can he succeed with a little help?

4.9/7 Bookroo experts·3.8/5 Goodreads · 260 ratings

32 pages· AD550L

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Bookroo's summary

Li'l Rabbit faces a disappointing Kwanzaa when Granna Rabbit falls ill, threatening the beloved Karamu feast. Determined to lift her spirits, he embarks on a quest to find a special treat, meeting Groundhog, Momma Field Mouse, and frogs along the way. Despite his efforts, he finds nothing suitable. Feeling too small to make a difference, Li'l Rabbit wonders if he can truly help. But perhaps with a little help from family and friends, he can bring the community together and capture the true spirit of Kwanzaa. Will Li'l Rabbit's determination lead to a heartwarming celebration?

From the publisher

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. Inspired by Brer Rabbit, a trickster character from the African-American folklore tradition, the story of Li’l Rabbit captures the true meaning of Kwanzaa—coming together to help others.

At a glance

Format: Hardcover
Pages: 32
Reading age: 4–8
Audience: Picture
Lexile: AD550L

Themes & topics

Books about grandma Books about family Books about Kwanzaa Books about bunnies and rabbits Books about multigenerational

What readers & critics say

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4.9

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4.8

“I loved that the boy wanted to help make Kwanzaa great for his grandma, and in doing so he brought the whole community together to make a memorable Kwanzaa. I loved the theme of unity!”

B is for Bookworm

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5.0

“This was a really cute story about Kwanzaa and about the community it creates, particularly when you are searching to help others. The element of intergenerational bonds is also sweet and uplifting and perfect for the holiday season.”

Marmee

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