Po'opa'a Saves the Day

By Momi Kawelo

Po'opa'a blends into the reef. He never plays. But today, hiding isn't an option...

Po'opa'a the stocky hawkfish is always watching from the coral-quiet, still, and unseen. The brightly colored fish call to him to race, jump, and play, but Po'opa'a always says the same thing: A'ole. I don't.

Then, one panicked cry shatters the morning when his friend is trapped in a fishing net. The others can't free him. The net is closing and approaching the surface.

Po'opa'a knows the danger. He knows what's at stake. But stepping out means being seen... and he's not sure what will happen if he is.

Set in the vibrant waters of a Hawaiian coral reef, Po'opa'a Saves the Day is a heartwarming story of courage, self-acceptance, and finding the strength to step into the light. Perfect for ages 4-8, this story invites children to explore Pacific Ocean marine life and root for a quiet fish facing his biggest choice yet.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1966177003
• ISBN13: 9781966177005
• Release Date: October 2025
• Publisher: Blue Desk Publishing LLC
• Length: 40 Pages
• Weight: 0.73 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.5" x 8.5"
• Age Range: 4 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 3