A Kolowalu book

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Hawaiian myths of earth, sea, and sky

Presents twelve Hawaiian myths which explain how the earth was created, why volcanoes on Hawaii erupt, why the days are longer in summer, and other natural phenomena.

M?aui goes fishing

1991
M?aui makes a fishing hook of great power and out of the sea he pulls land that becomes the islands of Hawaii.

Sand to sea

marine life of Hawaii
1989
Photographs and text introduce the animal and plant life found on beaches, in tide pools, on reefs, and in shallow and deep ocean waters of Hawaii.

Our house divided

seven Japanese American families in World War II
1991
Japanese Americans struggle with emotions brought about by World War II.

Tsunami!

1988

Under the starfruit tree

folktales from Vietnam
1989
Presents stories from North and South Vietnam, providing insight into the history, culture, and religious beliefs of mountain tribes, lowland farmers, and fishing people.

M?ui and the secret of fire

1991
M?ui forces the mud hens to tell him the secret of how to make fire.

How Maui slowed the sun

1988
Recounts how Maui uses his magical powers to slow the path of the sun across the sky, thus allowing crops more time to grow, fishermen more time to fish, and children more time to play.

Hawaii is a rainbow

1985
Explores the natural wonders, people, and customs of Hawaii, in photographs grouped by color. A section in the back of the book provides additional information.
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