In an African village live Seven brothers who make family life miserable with their constant fighting.
Magnificent and inspiring linoleum block prints by Daniel Minter bring joy to this Kwanzaa celebration..
Using the Nguzo Saba, or Seven principles of Kwanzaa, the author has created an unforgettable Story that shows how family members can pull together, for their own good and the good of the entire community.
If they fail, they will be turned out as beggars.
When their father dies, he leaves an unusual will: by sundown, the brothers must make gold out of Seven Spools of thread.
Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Platinum Award 2001 Notable Social Studies Trade Book for Young People for 2001 2001 ALA Notable Book for Children 2002-2003 Show Me Readers Award Master List 2003 Louisiana Young Readers\' Choice Award Master List Not Just for Children Anymore! 2001 2001 Notable Books for a Global Society Honor Book 2003 Winner, Storytelling World Award A fine choice for a Kwanzaa gift.-- Kirkus Reviews, starred review Striking woodcuts and a resonant original folktale are the warp and weft of this understated, effective approach to Kwanzaa.-- Publishers Weekly, starred review In an African village live Seven brothers who make family life miserable with their constant fighting.
If they fail, they will be turned out as beggars.
When their father dies, he leaves an unusual will: by sundown, the brothers must make gold out of Seven Spools of thread.
In an African village live Seven brothers who make family life miserable with their constant fighting
