It is a tale of old written by one of HawaiÔiÕs kupuna who grew up on a small plantation camp in Mokul‘Ôia. Inspired by his grandson during bedtime storytelling, Toki first drew the illustrations using quick strokes before the visions in his head disappeared. Then he put the story down on paper. Part of his youthÑexploring Waialua, playing in streams, fishing, picking wild fruitÑis relived as he tells this story of a boy named HŠna and his friend the honu. 
Moku is a fisherman who lives by beautiful Waimea Bay. During one stormy winter, Moku and his wife struggle for food. Just when they fear they will starve, Moku makes one last attempt to fish and fights through the crashing waves of Waimea Bay. At last, he comes across a giant heÔe (octopus) who selflessly offers himself to Moku and his Ôohana. In return, Moku and the heÔe become friends. Moku and the HeÔe of Waimea is a timeless tale that explores the relationship all living creatures have with each other.

Moku and the Hee

Children's Books

Wilfred Toki

Fairy Tales, Folk Tales & Myths

Mutual Publishing

It is a tale of old written by one of HawaiÔiÕs kupuna who grew up on a small plantation camp in Mokul‘Ôia. Inspired by his grandson during bedtime storytelling, Toki first drew the illustrations using quick strokes before the visions in his head disappeared. Then he put the story down on paper. Part of his youthÑexploring Waialua, playing in streams, fishing, picking wild fruitÑis relived as he tells this story of a boy named HŠna and his friend the honu. As a child, HŠna saves a frightened baby honu (sea turtle) from hungry birds. From that day on, HŠna and Honu become best friends. They surf the waves with mŠlolo (flying fish) and catch huge Ôahi. Soon the day comes when they must part ways. Honu has become a full grown turtle, strong enough to go back to the open ocean, and HŠna is a growing boy with new responsibilities. Years later, as a young man, HŠna meets his honu again when it is he who is saved this time. Together, they journey across the ocean in search of fantastic adventures.

Hana and Honu

A guide to Hawai'i fishes introduces over forty varieties, including English and Hawaiian names, descriptions, and fun facts about each kind of fish.

Know Your Fishes in Hawaii: A Fun Fish Identification Book for Kids

Animals

BeachHouse Publishing

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Books by Wilfred Toki

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Moku and the Hee

Hana and Honu

Know Your Fishes in Hawaii: A Fun Fish Identification Book for Kids