Recounts the exploits of the legendary Hawaiian hero who, among other deeds, slays the bird of prey, Halulu-the-evil-one.
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La Sirena Y El Pescador
La sirena y el pescador is a traditional folktale of the Rio Balsas region of Mexico, written in the Nahuatl language of San Agustín Oapan, Guerrero and accompanied by a Spanish translation. It tells the story of a young boy who must escape from his family after “Aalamatsin”, the mermaid and mother of all fish, wants the boy as a sacrifice in exchange for the release and pardon of his father, who betrayed his own wife and exploited the inhabitants of the river by overfishing it.
Kawelo: Roving Chief (Kolowalu Book)
Retells the little known legend of Kawelo, set on the island of Kaua’i and O’ahu.
Maui and the Secret of Fire
Måaui forces the mud hens to tell him the secret of how to make fire.
Aloha Is…
Learn the various meanings of the word “aloha” while enjoying the beautiful illustrations and sing-song rhymes that grace the pages of “Aloha is…” A delightful and playful look at our island home and what it means to live aloha each day. Beginning reader book: 2 to 7 years of age.
Maui Goes Fishing
Måaui makes a fishing hook of great power and out of the sea he pulls land that becomes the islands of Hawaii.
Little Princess Ka’iulani
Snuggle up to this story of Hawaii’s special princess, Kaiulani. Follow her adventures as a young girl growing up in Hawaii as part of the royal family. Learn about her special garden by the sea and her friendship with poet, Robert Louis Stevenson. Author Ellie Crowe offers children a rare glimpse of the Hawaiian monarchy, Princess Kaiulani and the customs of the day. The delicate drawings of Mary Koski bring Crowe’s story to life by accurately depicting the architecture and clothing of the time period.
Kapono & The Turtle
After a storm in Waipio Valley, a young Kapono and his friend discover an injured sea turtle wedged between the rocks. The boys free the turtle and carry it back to sea. But Kapono himself is then caught in a frightening storm. Will he survive?
Hoomalamalama: A Hawaiian Language Primer
Learn Hawaiian words and numbers, practice your pronunciation, locate hidden objects, then test your newfound skills with a word puzzle. Each page includes a vocabulary list, pronunciation guide, activity, and English translation. Fun for all ages!
Na ‘Olelo Noeau No Na Keiki: Words of Wisdom for Children
This book is about the words of wisdom from Hawaiian culture.