sunflowerjess's review
adventurous
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
This is an utterly adorable, bright, heart-warming story about a young girl and her community. I loved how our narrator, Punky Aloha, talks directly to the reader; that was an excellent choice and makes the book all the more fun for it.
smashley_rr's review
adventurous
funny
hopeful
inspiring
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
Cute children's book! Would read this one at a story time, great way to teach kids how to be helpful, giving, and brave! The different elements of Hawaiian culture were also great, it made Tuiasoa's self come through in the story! Would have liked a little more explanation in the end after she got back to her grandma to close out the story!
readingthroughtheages's review
4.0
A young girl needs some help to find her courage to go out and have a little adventure. Little does she know, that friendship awaits her while on her adventure.
itssimplykayla_'s review
5.0
I really enjoyed this story. It had great illustrations and a wonderful message. Also, I loved the relationship between Punky and her grandma.
jesstele's review
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
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