On the south shore of Kauai, Hawaii, one of the Hawaiian islands, the one known as The Garden Isle, there is a treasure in the town of Hanapepe: THE TALK STORY BOOK STORE: The Westernmost Bookstore in the U.S. It has gems within. The compiler of this list visited Kauai two times. During one visit she was gifted with the bookstore’s “author’s lei.” She also was privileged to get a signed copy of  the book Good Night, Hawaiian Moon. Here are some books they have, and some possible others they may have, for middle grade readers. The books are for various ages within this age group. They reveal the culture plus character of this unique U.S. state and people; from the past and during the present. This list features stories about, and information on, Kauai (the oldest Hawaiian island), as well as all of Hawaii, the people and culture, that this visitor discovered  during her trips, and after.  A great … Continue reading Of Kauai Hawaii and Other Hawaiian Islands -Tales and Traditions for Middle Grade Readers