Read Alouds

The Youngest Marcher

A true story of the Children's March and the Civil Rights Movement. 

A Ride to Remember

A true story of the Civil Rights fight to end segregation in a Baltimore amusement park. 

Pua's Sweet Day

Learn about the power of mindfulness with this local tale. 

Leo, A Ghost Story

Celebrate the spooky season with this sweet story about befriending a ghost. 

Bats

Learn about this special animal in this informational nonfiction book. A perfect book for the spooky season. 

Extreme Trees

Learn about some amazing and unusual trees with this great informational nonfiction book. 

When Grandma Gives You a Lemon Tree

What should you do when you want a robot dog for your birthday but you get a lemon tree instead? Find out in this cute story. 

Ho'onani Hula Warrior

Celebrate May Day with this story about following your heart and being yourself. 

Kili and the Singing Tree Snails

Explore the importance of respecting our 'Aina with this Hawaiian tale. 

Lei Day

Celebrate May Day with this nonfiction book about May Day in Hawaii. 

May Day

Learn about the orgins of Hawaii's May Day with this informational picture book. 

The Sleeping Giant

Celebrate May Day with this story about a beloved mountain on Kauai. 

Nae'ole's Race to Save a King

Learn the meaning of perseverance with this Hawaiian mo'olelo. 

Birds in Hawaii

Celebrate May Day by learning about Hawaii's special birds. 

Fish in Hawaii

Celebrate May Day by learning about Hawaii's special fish. 

A True Princess of Hawaii

Celebrate May Day with this story from Hawaii Island. It's based on true events!

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

Celebrate May Day with this nonfiction book about Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.

The Most Magnificent Thing

A story that highlights the difficulty and importance of perseverance. 

Everyone Can Learn to Ride a Bicycle

A book that sounds like a poem celebrating perseverance in a way so many of us kids AND grownups can connect to. 

Bethany Hamilton

Celebrate Women's History Month by learning about this inspiring local hero. 

Fall Down Seven Times Stand Up Eight

Patsy Takemoto Mink worked for equality so all Americans could achieve their dreams. 

Moku and the He'e of Waimea

A Hawaiian legend of friendship between a fisherman and a giant he'e

Owen and Mzee, The True Story of a Remarkable Friendship

A young hippo heals after the traumatic loss of his pod with the friendship of a giant tortoise. 

The Color Collector

A sweet story about a new friendship. 

All Kinds of Friends

A nonfiction book celebrating all different kinds of friends. 

Chinese New Year

Learn about a fun global holiday in this informational nonfiction. 

Nian The Chinese New Year Dragon

Enjoy the origin story of the Lunar New Year in this beautifully illustrated story. 

The Civil Rights Movement

An informational nonfiction book about this important movement. 

Jackie Robinson

An inspiring biography of a Civil Rights icon and one of the greatest athletes of the 20th century. 

My Uncle Martin's Words

Martin Luther King Jr's niece tells the story of her uncle and the words he used to inspire change in the world. 

The Other Side

Clover is black and Annie is white, but that doesn't stop them from becoming friends. 

Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Learn about this important American and the holiday that honors his life and achievements. 

The Oceanic Whitetip Shark

Learn about these amazing endangered marine animals. 

Rays

Learn about these amazing endangered marine animals. 

Ish

Ramon loves to draw until his brother makes fun of his art. Will Ramon ever draw again? 

The Dot 

Vashti thinks she can't draw, until her teacher helps her discover her artistic talent. 

The Last Tree

A whimsical story about a child trying to save the last tree. 

The Tree Lady

A biographical story about Kate Sessions, who transformed San Diego by planting trees. 

How to Get Your Octopus to School

How can a friend help a reluctant octopus get to school?

Schools Around the World

What are schools around the world like?

The Prince and the Li Hing Mui

A retelling of the Princess and the Pea with a Hawaiian twist. 

Little Malia's Big Poi Idea

Malia is a picky eater who will only eat ONE thing - poi!

The Woman in the Moon

Who is the woman in the moon and how did she get there?

Kekoa and the Egg Mystery

Who stole the eggs from Kekoa's chicken coop? Find out in this fun mystery picture book. 

Honey Girl

A narrative nonfiction about a special Hawaiian Monk Seal. 

The Story of Hina

Enjoy this true adventure of a special Hawaiian Monk Seal. 

Little Princess Ka'iulani

Learn about Hawaiian princess Ka'iulani in this biography. 

Daniel K. Inouye

Who was Daniel Inouye? Find out in this biography. 

The Storm Dog of the Ko'olau

A story about Hi'iaka and a young warrior of Ka'a'awa. 

The Shark Man of Hana

A story of making mistakes and making amends. 

Duke's Olympic Feet 

Learn about Hawaiian waterman Duke Kahanamoku.

Surfing

Learn interesting facts about this popular sport. 

A is for Aloha

A Hawaii Alphabet

J is for Jack-O'-Lantern

A Halloween Alphabet

How Maui Slowed the Sun

Learn how the mischievous demigod Maui created the seasons in this classic Hawaiian myth. 

The Little Red Fort

Ruby and her brothers learn about the importance of cooperation. 

Abe Lincoln's Hat

Abe Lincoln was known for his integrity and trustworthiness. Learn all about this American hero in this fun biography. 

Betty Bunny Didn't Do It

Betty Bunny breaks the lamp...and lies about it! Can she learn when to be honest and when to hold back the truth? 

The Oldest Student

Mary Walker wants to learn to read but she never has the chance. Will she give up or persevere?

All Tied Up

Ella's teacher challenges every student to learn to tie their shoes. Ella will need to persevere to meet her goal. 

The Noisy Paint Box

As a boy, Wassily Kandinsky was told there was a proper way to do everything. But as an adult, Kandinsky listened to his heart and created art that was daring and new. 

Luka's Quilt

Luka and her tutu have very different visions of what a flower garden quilt should look like. Can they find a way to cooperate?

Lilly's Purple Plastic Purse

Lilly is so excited to share her new purse with her classmates that she loses her self control. When the purse gets taken away, Lilly is furious! 

Kamala and Maya's Big Idea

Kamala and Maya need the cooperation of their friends and neighbors to turn their big idea into reality.