Books About Hawai'i

Item Description

A delightful collection of children’s books about Hawai`i and the Hawaiian culture.

Footloose The Mongoose and the Jumping Flea
Author: Elaine Masters
Illustrator: Jeff Pagay

“Footloose the Mongoose lived in a little house with his mother and father in the bushes by the bid, wide ocean.”

Island Style Alphabet
Written and illustrated by Tammy Yee
Where else in the world is A for A'ama, B for Bon dance, and C for Chinese lion? Only in Hawai'i nei! Dedicated to the keiki of Hawai'i, Island-Style Alphabet celebrates Hawai'i's local culture with familiar island sights. A helpful addendum encourages children to search for hidden alphabet objects on every page.

“Kimo’s Summer Vacation”
Author: Kerry Germain
Illustrator: Keoni Montes
On the last day of school Kimo listens to everyone's exciting plans for the summer. Lots of kids are going to the biggest and best amusement park and Kimo is staying home. A walk in his back yard becomes an adventure as he discovers his neighborhood can be just as much fun as any amusement park. Illustrated glossary. Honorable Mention 2004 - Hawaii Book Publisher Association.

He Mau Nane Hawai`i: Hawaiian Riddles
Author: Kimo Armitage
Illustrator: Meleana Meyer
A fish that owns the earth? What can the answer be? Children will delight in this small collection of traditional Hawaiian riddles. Presented in Hawaiian with English translations, children from Hawaii and those from around the world can learn about traditional Hawaiian culture through these simple riddles.

Ka Hulu Kohukohu: Animal Sounds In the Hawaiian Language
Author: Kimo Armitage and Lilia Wahinemaikai Hale
Illustrator: Richard Kupihea Romero
A parrot introduces young readers to his animal friends. Written in Hawaiian with English translation.

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