Wild roosters are ubiquitous across the Hawaiian Islands, most notably on the island of Kaua‘i where they seem to roam everywhere from parking lots to backyards to beaches and everywhere in between.

This engaging and funny board book counts down from five to one as roosters are shooed away only to come back again.

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A Pocket Guide to Hawai‘i’s Tide Pools and Reefs introduces you to the variety of species found within the island chain’s rocky shores. From an array of colorful seaweeds and corals to the delicate forms of sponges, jellyfish, and anemones, Hawai‘i’s tide pools are a treasure trove of life. Search for shells and sea stars and watch hermit crabs and the fish that dart in and out of the pools—each creature playing a vital role in this delicate marine world.

Today, many places in Hawai‘i are known by their English nickname, usually given in modern times and often based on what was built there or what the place was known for. These names don’t tell the full story or history of the place. The original Hawaiian name for places before western contact were so named after deep thought about the landscape, observation of the weather and natural phenomena, and consideration of the stories told about the area.

Lizards, Giants, and Gods shares the original Hawaiian name for well-known places across the islands and the stories behind them. Not only will kids be fascinated by the natural connection between the name and the place, but the stories and phenomenal illustrations by local artist Kelsie Dayna will help them remember the names for the next generation, and give them a better appreciation and understanding of the islands.

The author, a French resident born and raised in Hilo, Hawaii, became fascinated by the life of Father Charles Pouzot, or “Karolo” as the locals called him, the French founder in the 1860’s of St. Joseph church, a familiar landmark in Hilo.

This unexpected connection drew her to research his story, most of it found in the trove of his official correspondence and contemporary photographs kept in his Order’s archives in the Catholic capital, Rome. Poring through sometimes nearly indecipherable letters and meticulously translating them, she has given us additional glimpses into the people and places of old Hilo.

Hawaiian and English were the languages used in the little town, whereas Father Charles only knew French and ecclesiastical Latin. The New England Protestant missionaries had begun their work in earnest and for all intents and purposes held many inhabitants in their sway. But not to be deterred, Father Charles learned the local languages and soon convinced many Hiloans to join his fledgling parish, among them those who enjoyed smoking tobacco, intolerable for the Protestant authorities. By the time Karolo celebrated his Jubilee in 1893, his life-long selfless efforts were acclaimed by all who knew him.

There was an old auntie who sailed her canoe

    From Hana to Hilo then Kalamazoo.

So begins the story of a little old auntie who finds herself far from Hawai‘i and in a strange city. See what she does to make her new home feel more like the islands she misses.

Illustrator: John Aardema

What does the alphabet do on its day off? From the title, we know S goes surfing, but what about A? C? L, M, N, O, and P? Kids will absolutely love finding out and following each letter throughout their Hawaiian holiday off from school.

Based on the classic song “Over in the Meadow,” children will love to learn counting one to ten while learning more about the Hawaiian Islands. Children will relate to the mimicing between the mother and child animals in the book. Each Hawaiian island is represented along with a unique characteristic of each island. Perfect for the local and visitor market. Beautifully illustrated by Ruth Cabanting, illustrator for S Went Surfing.

This fourth WAYFINDERS book is about Aunty Edith, a beloved Hawaiian kumu hula, chanter, composer, and educator. Her life was deeply connected to Hawaiian traditions, from the beach where she learned to catch fish to the taro patch where she worked with others. Edith’s dedication to preserving Hawaiian culture through hula, language, and music led her to share her knowledge worldwide. Honored as a “Living Treasure of Hawai‘i,” her legacy lives on through her family, her hālau hula, and the Edith Kanaka‘ole Multi-Purpose Stadium where the Merrie Monarch is held. Discover the life and wisdom of this extraordinary woman who helped keep Hawaiian traditions alive.