Why a Booktrail?
A true story of a Hawaiian Warrior!
Ho’onani Hula Warrior
Why a Booktrail?
A true story of a Hawaiian Warrior!
What you need to know before your trail
An empowering celebration of identity, acceptance and Hawaiian culture based on the true story of a young girl in Hawaiʻi who dreams of leading the boys-only hula troupe at her school.
Ho’onani feels in-between. She doesn’t see herself as wahine (girl) OR kane (boy). She’s happy to be in the middle. But not everyone sees it that way.
When Ho’onani finds out that there will be a school performance of a traditional kane hula chant, she wants to be part of it. But can a girl really lead the all-male troupe? Ho’onani has to try . . .
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Booktrail the story of Ho’onani: Hula Warrior
This is based on a true story in Hawaiian culture which shows that we should give “every person the same unconditional acceptance and respect.”
When Ho‘onani auditions for the traditional hula chant performance , she works hard to internalize “the sway and song of story.” She is soon chosen as the group’s chant leader:
“When Ho‘onani saw complete awe and true acceptance, she held her place. Strong,/ sure,/ and steady.”
Ho‘onani sees the possibility that the audience will resist a wahine leader, but will they acknowledge her talents?
Booktrail Boarding Pass: Ho’onani: Hula Warrior
Destination: Hawaii Author/Guide: Heather Gale Departure Time: 1921, 1941
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