Kaho’olawe: The True Story of an Island and Her People

PreS-Gr 4–A stunningly beautiful book that tells the story of destruction, devastation, and resilience, of both the human and natural world. Kaho’olawe is a small island in the Pacific that has survived a string of manmade disasters. With the help of science and the care of dedicated humans, the island is recovering. From imported invasive species, to war and environmental degradation, Kaho’olawe has faced a range of threats to its very survival. A deep love and dedication to the island’s history and culture compelled activists and volunteers to invest time and energy to rebuild and protect the island’s ecosystem. The artwork tells the story in dramatic, compelling, and beautiful ways. Together, text and art will engage readers from the first page. Animal lovers will lose themselves in the fascinating depictions of the island’s wildlife, and students of history will be enthralled with the role the island played in WWII and subsequent decades.