This cumulative-narrative picture book is a gorgeous celebration of community, nature, and home. Told through the process of making poi for a lu'au, NThis cumulative-narrative picture book is a gorgeous celebration of community, nature, and home. Told through the process of making poi for a lu'au, Native Hawaiian culture, community, and relationship to land is honored in a format perfect for storytime. End text provides a glossary and further information about the significance of poi.
Themes: Food, Family, Community, Home Age range: Toddler through Kindergarten...more
Luka is so excited when her Tutu invites her to help in the creation of her very own traditional Hawaiian quilt, but is then very disappointed to findLuka is so excited when her Tutu invites her to help in the creation of her very own traditional Hawaiian quilt, but is then very disappointed to find that all the flowers she imagined on the quilt are white (as is traditional) rather than multicolored! Together, Luka and her Tutu work through their misunderstanding to blend tradition with new ways, and maintain their strong connection to one another.
Themes: Quilt, Grandparents, Family, Art, Tradition and Change Age range: 3-9...more
This well-paced and beautifully illustrated book tells the tale of a young kid's attempt to perform the perfect cannonball--and their ultimate successThis well-paced and beautifully illustrated book tells the tale of a young kid's attempt to perform the perfect cannonball--and their ultimate success in doing so. This book is fun, bright, and holds a great message about trying again and being open to lessons from elders. Cannonball is about a Maori community and while I do not think this book is an own voices book, it appears culturally-sensitive, though I welcome corrections on any incorrect assumptions I am making.
Themes: Determination, Believe in Yourself, Swimming Age range: 3-6...more
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