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Book 3: Kai and Hōkū Explore Foods of Hawai'i in the Kau Wela Hot Season

Activity Book

The adventurous cousins return for another journey! Now, Kai and Hōkū are excited to help other curious keiki learn about healthy fruits and vegetables that are grown in the hot season of Kau Wela (May-October). Join them as they try tasty new recipes and complete fun activities! You can also download the Sticker Sheet* below to track the local foods you try in this book.

*Use this sticker sheet to track the foods you tasted and explored in Kai and Hoku Explore Foods of Hawai'i in the Kau Wela Hot Season. We currently do not have our sticker sheet available to order, and the sheet won't magically print from your printer as stickers (sadly); however, a great alternative is to use scissors to cut out the stickers along the red dotted lines, and use glue or tape to stick them on the "Food Exploration Tracker" on page 4 of the activity book.

Book 2: Kai and Hōkū Explore Foods of Hawai'i in the Ho'oilo Wet Season

Activity Book

Kai and Hōkū are back to continue exploring foods of Hawai'i. Only this time, the cousins will focus on foods that are ready to eat during the wet season of Ho'olio (November-April). Tag along with Kai and Hōkū in completing fun activities, trying new recipes, and learning about healthy local fruits and veggies! You can also download the Sticker Sheet* below to track the local foods you try in this book.

*Use this sticker sheet to track the foods you tasted and explored in Kai and Hoku Explore Foods of Hawai'i in the Ho'oilo Wet Season. We currently do not have our sticker sheet available to order, and the sheet won't magically print from your printer as stickers (sadly); however, a great alternative is to use scissors to cut out the stickers along the red dotted lines, and use glue or tape to stick them on the "Food Exploration Tracker" on page 4 of the activity book.

Book 1: Kai and Hōkū Explore Foods Of Hawai'i

Activity Book

Join the Keiki Heroes in a fun and nutritious quest to learn and explore foods of Hawai'i. This book contains hours of fun activities, yummy recipes and brain tickling fun facts for you and your 'ohana to complete together. You can also download the Sticker Sheet* below to track the local foods you try in this book.

*Use this sticker sheet to track the foods you tasted and explored in Kai and Hoku Explore Foods of Hawai'i. We currently do not have our sticker sheet available to order, and the sheet won't magically print from your printer as stickers (sadly); however, a great alternative is to use scissors to cut out the stickers along the red dotted lines, and use glue or tape to stick them on the "Food Exploration Tracker" on page 4 of the activity book.

Let’s Explore Tomatoes!

Put on your chef hats and join Auntie Tiana, author of “Kai and Hōkū Explore Foods of Hawaiʻi in the Kau Wela Hot Season,” for an exciting salsa-making adventure with tomatoes! Get ready to dive into the colorful world of tomatoes, where you'll not only create delicious salsa but also discover the secret to growing your very own tomato plants!

Let’s Explore Herbs!

Get your tea party hats and join Auntie Tiana, author of “Kai and Hōkū Explore Foods of Hawaiʻi in the Kau Wela Hot Season” for a fun-filled tea party to explore the wonderful world of herbs! You'll savor the aroma and taste of herbs and learn how to use some cool kitchen gadgets to create your very own magical tea!

Let’s Explore Green Onions!

Come along on a fun and educational adventure as we explore the world of green onions! In this video, we'll teach you all about the benefits of cooking with green onions, and show you how to make a tasty fried rice dish using this nutritious and delicious vegetable. We'll even take you through the process of planting and growing your own green onions. Perfect for curious kids who love to learn!

Let’s Explore Citrus!

Put on your explorer hats for an exciting journey into the sweet, refreshing, delicious, and wonderful world of citrus fruits! Join kumu (teacher) Tiana and kumu Ming Wei, and an adventurous group of young island explorers in a variety of fun educational activities to unveil the wonders of these fascinating fruits.

Let’s Explore Cucumbers!

Join Tiana Kamen as she demonstrates a cooking activity from the Kai and Hōkū Explore Foods of Hawai'i Book. You’ll discover how to use your Farm to Keiki and Kai and Hōkū books to unlock a host of fun activities including how to prepare a special dip recipe with cucumber!

Keiki Heroes

Empowering Hawai‘i’s Keiki To Be Healthy & Safe

Who says being safe isn’t fun? Not the Keiki Heroes! Join the Keiki Heroes cast in a wide variety of adventures featuring tons of free downloads like coloring book style pages, crossword puzzles, story comics, and more! Keiki Heroes is a Hawai‘i STEM Community Care project that encourages our keiki to adopt healthy habits, to recognize signs and symptoms of illness, as well as reduce the stigma of a COVID-19 diagnosis.

Farm to Keiki Book – ‘Ohana (Family) Edition

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