Coming Together

Coming Together
by Harriette Cole and John Pinderhughes
Adopted
in honor of
Black History Month
on February 20, 2021
Cover of Coming together: celebrations for African American families

Coming together : celebrations for African American families

By Harriette Cole and John Pinderhughes. New York, N.Y: Jump at the Sun, 2003.

This book discusses numerous traditions of African American families, including Kwanzaa, Christmas, naming ceremonies, and family reunions. The book also shares traditional recipes and tips for how the reader can document their own family events. By taking a deeper look into these unique and timeless celebrations, Cole and Pinderhughes allow their curious readers a peek into how important celebrations like these are in African American families, and the essential role they play in keeping families “dynamic, powerful, and close-knit.”

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