The amazing true story of Mahani Teave, an award-winning pianist and environmental activist. After becoming an internationally acclaimed concert pianist, with tours around the world, Mahani never forgot the tiny island where she grew up, Rapa Nui, also known as Easter Island, and one of the most remote. Aware of the islands environmental struggles and sustainability issues with pollution from tourism, Mahani was inspired to help save its environment and culture by creating a music school. The school was built using thousands of bottles, cans and tires in its walls, incorporating rain barrels, solar panels, and a food garden. Not only does Mahani help build a sustainable future for Rapa Nui, she also ensures the music will play on.
- ISBN: 9781728262314
- Author: Marni Fogelson
- Illustrator: Mahani Teave Marta Alvarez Miguens
- Published: 2023 , Sourcebooks, Incorporated
- Themes: Easter Island, Environment, Island life, musical instrument, musician, piano, pollution prevention, recycling
- Descriptors: Americas, Biography - Autobiography- Memoir, Chile, Nonfiction, Picture Book, Primary (ages 6-9)
- No. of pages: 40