Written by Todd Yamashita, Illustrated by Jamie Meckel Tablason, Published by BeachHouse, 2014. (Realistic Fiction, Ages 4-8)
Thanks to my colleague @taotaotaitai on Instagram she helped me find publishers and resources to Pasifika children’s literature. With May celebrating AAPI, the PI – Pacific Islander part is sadly overlooked. This year, Instagrammer @thisislandreads has initiated the hashtag #pasifikareadathonchallege. Make sure to follow them to learn more! I was super excited to get my hands on a few Pasifika titles including this one!
BACKGROUND
In Hawaii, Uncle’s thrownet is known to catch every kind of fish that is in the sea. When a child questions why his thrownet has a hole in it, Uncle explains the importance of only taking what you need and sharing with others. #Ownvoices
BEST FOR
About a seven minute read aloud that is great for modeling responsibility, taking care of the environment, sharing, and respect of nature and others.
PAIR WITH
Ohana Means Family by Ilima Loomis
WHERE TO PURCHASE
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