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Presents an introduction to the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, in simple text with illustrations, describing lava, how volcanoes erupt, the different volcanoes in the park, and its plant and animal life.

M?ui forces the mud hens to tell him the secret of how to make fire.

Recounts how Maui uses his magical powers to slow the path of the sun across the sky, thus allowing crops more time to grow, fishermen more time to fish, and children more time to play.

Introduces the history, geography, and culture of the island of Hawaii through the daily lives of children who live there.

Explains how to draw some of Hawaii's sights and symbols, including the state seal, the state flag, and the Dole Plantation.

Describes the formation of the Hawaiian islands and the continuing eruptions of Mt. Kilauea.

Presents information about the state of Hawaii, its nickname, motto, and emblems.

Because they freed a shark caught in a net, the fearsome Shark God rescues a brother and sister from the cruel king's imprisonment and helps them find a new, peaceful kingdom across the sea ; based upon a traditional Hawaiian folk tale.