Product Description

With vivid, whimsical illustrations and lyrical writing, Carla Golembe shares the history, meaning, and spirit of hula. The words and pictures pair together in much the same way that the chants and movements of hula complement each other, and the accompanying read-along CD further immerses readers and listeners in the joy of the dance.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #240450 in Books
• Published on: 2004-07
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 2
• Binding: Hardcover
• 32 pages

About the Author
Carla Golembe is a painter, illustrator, author and teacher. Although she grew up in Massachusetts she always felt like a tropical soul. She went to graduate school in Mexico and fell in love with the culture, climate and natural beauty. When not painting, illustrating, writing or teaching, Carla’s favorite things to do are travel to warm places with quite beaches, snorkel and dance.

Customer Reviews

A delightful introduction to other cultures and celebrations
Carla Golembe's The Story Of Hula is a picturebook with a narrative audio CD all about the meaning and expression of the Hawaiian hula dance. Teaching young people about the origins and symbolic values behind traditional hula costume, and the power of the story behind the dance that is handed down through generations, The Story Of Hula is a delightful introduction to other cultures and celebrations. Simple color illustrations, a glossary of Hawaiian terms and a final page of historic notes round out this enjoyable and educational volume.

The Story of Hula
This is a great book to educate and inspire children. I used this during an end of year party as one of our activities.