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The Book of Holidays Around the World

Presents chronologically an event to celebrate each day of the year, e.g. January 3, Birthday of J.R.R. Tolkien; May 12, the Cat Festival in Belgium; and October 24, United Nations Day.

Tofu Quilt

Growing up in 1960s Hong Kong, a young girl dreams of becoming a writer in spite of conventional limits placed on her by society and family. Based on the author's childhood.

Kapono and the Turtle

After a storm in Waipi'o Valley, young Kapono and his friend discover an injured sea turtle wedged between the rocks. The boys free the turtle and carry it back to sea. But before long, Kapono himself is caught in a frightening storm at sea. How will…

Kalapana

The life and death of the little cat Kalapana remind us that life is a circle without beginning or end.

How Maui Slowed the Sun

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.