Ako ki te HŪRA me Lani (Maori / English Bilingual) Learn to Hula with Lani

Aloha, Welcome to the magical islands of Hawaii, where the sun kisses the ocean, and the palm trees sway with the breeze. In this book, you will join young Lani on an enchanting journey to learn the art of hula, a traditional Hawaiian dance that tells beautiful stories through graceful movements.Hula is more than just a dance; it’s a way to share love, respect, and the vibrant culture of Hawaii. With each step and gesture, hula dancers bring legends, nature, and emotions to life. In 'Learn to HULA with Lani,' you will discover the meanings behind each hula movement and learn how to dance with your heart.So, put on your dancing feet, and let’s begin our adventure with Lani and her wise grandmother, Tutu. Together, we’ll explore the joy and spirit of hula, step by step.Aloha and enjoy the dance!Haere rā, haere rā Nau mai ki ngā moutere makutu o Hawai’i, te wāhi e kihi ai te rā i te moana, e rūrū ana ngā nikau i te hau. I roto i tēnei pukapuka, ka uru atu koe ki te taitama a Lani i tētahi haerenga whakamiharo ki te ako i te toi o te hula, he kanikani tuku iho o Hawai’i e kōrero ana i ngā pūrākau ataahua mā roto i ngā nekehanga ataahua.Ehara te hula i te kanikani noa iho; he huarahi ki te whakapuaki i te aroha, te whakaute, me te ahurea ora o Hawai’i. Mā ia hikoinga me ia nekehanga, ka whakaohohia e ngā kaihaka hula ngā pūrākau, te taiao, me ngā kare ā-roto. I roto i te 'Ako ki te HULA me Lani,' ka kitea e koe ngā tikanga o ia nekehanga hula, ā, ka ako koe ki te kanikani me tō ngākau.Nō reira, kakahuria ō waewae kanikani, ā, me tīmata tā tātou haerenga ki a Lani rāua ko tōna kuia whakaaro nui, a Tutu. Ka tūhuratia ngātahitia e tātou te harikoa me te wairua o te hula, taahiraa i te taahiraa.Aloha, kia pai tō kanikani!