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"The Spirit of Family This inspiring, lavishly illustrated story of Hawa'ii wisdom keeper Kimokeo Kapahelehua nurtures the spirit of ""family"" ('ohana), using the outrigger paddling community as its focus. It will inspire young readers to appreciate the connective spirit of family and the shared companionship in this growing sport. A portion of the proceeds from this book will go to the Kimokeo Foundation, which is privileged to spread the Hawai'ian cultural legacy, so it lasts for generations. The foundation partners with Maui's Hawai'ian immersion schools, helping secure school sites and providing educational support. Their belief: ""If we don't preserve our native language, how will our culture survive?"""

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"Ron Ovadia is an Irvine, California-based children's book author, lyricist, and songwriter. His other current books include 50 Things Animals Can Teach Us and Pelican, Pelican't, about overcoming fear and trauma. His previous children's books include Hank: Or How We Tried to Get Rid Of Our Ants, a story of an overly zealous anteater, and First Dog of 1600 Pooch'lvania Avenue, a dog's-eye view of the White House as told by the Obama's Portuguese Water Dog, Bo. Ron has also written many songs, including the 2022 tribute to the Ukrainian people, ""Your Beloved Home,"" which can be found at www.ronovadiamusic.com."

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