General Info about the book
The book title
Tala Learns to Siva
what is the disney movie that is inspired by the Hawaiian culture?
Moana
Where the story is set
Hawaii
Author of the book
Kealani Netane
what in nature inspires the dance? (name one)
the waves, canoes on the sea
Who teaches the women to dance?
The grandmothers
what does nonfiction mean?
the story is real
what is the cultural outfit that ladies wear when they dance?
fine mats made from straw
'ula nifo made from the teeth of a sperm whale- symbolizing strength, courage and honor.
what the dance is called
Taualuga
the purpose of the illustrator
draw/create the pictures in the book
The special reason/significance for a siva
to honor the ancestors
Whose birthday does Tala dance for?
her grandmother's