Legends and Myths of Hawaii

Legends and Myths of Hawaii, available via public-domain sources, is a collection of traditional Hawaiian stories that introduce readers to gods, heroes, and places from Native Hawaiian cosmology. While originally compiled through a colonial lens, the tales still offer insight into themes like respect for nature, community, and balance. Homeschool parents may use selected stories as starting points for Pacific Island studies, always in conversation with modern Native Hawaiian voices and literature. Because the text is free to access online, it’s a budget-friendly source of narratives—but one that should be contextualized carefully.