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NAUPAKA
written by Gabrielle Ahuli‘i, illustrated by Jing Jing Tsong

Part of the Hawaiian Legends for Little Ones series, Naupaka introduces kids ages 0-4 to one of Hawai‘i’s best-known love stories that explains why the native plant naupaka— which can be found on the beach and in the mountains—blooms only half a flower.

The naupaka legend tells the story of why this native shrub, found both in the mountains and by the sea, blooms just half a flower. It is a story of love, jealousy, and separation and has inspired hula practitioners, songwriters, and storytellers.

The five other titles in the series are: Māui Hooks the Islands, Māui Slows the Sun, Hina, Pele Finds a Home, and Hi‘iaka Battles the Wind—all legends that will give kids a wider view of Hawaiian culture, history, and its natural world.

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​5 x 6 inches
16 pages
$8.95
ISBN 978-1-933067-79-7

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