A picture book celebration of family, Filipino heritage, and dance that showcases the value of patience, perseverance, and blessing others with your gifts and talents. As Kailani watches her siblings practice a traditional Filipino dance for their grandparents' anniversary party, she longs to join them. But keeping up with the rhythm and hopping in time with the beats of the tinikling is much harder than Kailani imagined! With Daddy's help, Kailani practices the motions of the dance step by step. But will she be able to learn the tinikling in time to surprise her Lolo and Lola? Illustrator Lynnor Bontigao's work pairs exquisitely with Dorina Gilmore-Young's storytelling to celebrate Filipino culture and traditions. Also included is a glossary of Tagalog terms used throughout the book.
Author
Dorina Lazo Gilmore-Young is a sought-after speaker, podcaster at Eat Pray Run, teacher, coach, runner and foodie. Dorina is also the author of the award-winning picture book, Cora Cooks Pancit and has an MFA in Children’s Literature. She has published additional children's books, devotionals, Bible studies, non-fiction and poetry. Dorina specializes in helping people discover God's glory through unexpected life circumstances. She writes about faith, food, culture, grief and running. Her articles and essays have been published at (in)courage, Proverbs 31 Ministries, Propel Sophia, Everyday Faith magazine, The MOPS blog, and in more than 20 newspapers. Dorina also leads as the president of Redbud Writers Guild and director of Lead Loved ministry for women. Dorina and her husband Shawn are raising three daughters to love cultural diversity, travel, and good food. Connect with Dorina at www.DorinaGilmore.com or @DorinaGilmore on Instagram.
