Naupaka (Aesop Prize Winner)

Naupaka. By: Nona Beamer. Illustrated by Caren-Loebel-Fried. Hawaiian translation by Kaliko Beamer-Trapp. Synopsis: Have you ever wondered why the delicate white flowers of the naupaka grow the way they do long, long ago, a love blossomed between two young villagers 'Naupaka, a kind and beautiful Hawaiian princess, and Kau'i, a handsome and gentle commoner. Alas, society's ancient ways did not allow them to be together. Follow along their journey as they seek to find approval from the gods and discover the fate that befalls them. Lovingly told by Native Hawaiian cultural treasure Aunty Nona Beamer and illustrated with the vibrant and evocative block prints of Caren Ke'ala Loebel-Fried, this beautiful keepsake edition of the popular Naupaka folktale will be a favorite for young and old alike! In English and Hawaiian, also includes an audio CD featuring Nona and Keola Beamer.