Tammy Yee, Author/Illustrator

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Iki, the Littlest 'Opihi
By Tammy Yee
Island Heritage Publishing

Our story follows Iki, the littlest 'Opihi. Iki understands the duties of his kind: 'opihi stick together no matter what, but Iki doesn't feel like settling down and seeks adventures in the open ocean. One day, an 'opihi picker visits Iki's rock. Will he finally be able to "stick to it?"

Baby Honu Saves the Day
By Tammy Yee
Island Heritage Publishing

Baby Honu is a tiny green sea turtle. What can he do to rescue a beached dolphin? Follow Baby Honu as he persuades a moray eel, a porcupinefish, a shark and even a humpback whale to help him in his quest. Young children learn that even the smallest efforts can cascade into meaningful consequences.

Baby Honu's Incredible Journey
By Tammy Yee
Island Heritage Publishing

Baby Honu has just hatched from his egg. Will he find the courage to face sand crabs and sea birds on his perilous journey to the sea? And what wondrous creatures will he encounter in the ocean? Learn about the life of a baby Pacific green sea turtle as he faces ocean predators in this riveting adventure from the nest to the open ocean. A glossary teaches children about Hawaiian marine life.

Malia in Hawaii
By Karyn Hopper
Illustrated by Tammy Yee
Mutual Publishing

Malia in Hawaii is the story of a little girl with a long name, and an even longer list of things she likes to eat and do. Join Malia Sachi Ging Ging Lee as she explores the food and fun of her Hawaii home.

Keiki Counting 1-2-3
By Tammy Yee
Illustrated by Yuko Green
Island Heritage Publishing

Learn numbers one through ten with Hawaiian animals, plants and more in this fun-filled book. This delightful Hawaiian children’s book makes a great gift for that special child in your life. For Newborn to 2 years.

Mo'o's Colors
By Tammy Yee
Island Heritage Publishing

A True Princess of Hawaii
By Beth Greenway
Illustrated by Tammy Yee
Arbordale Publishing

Nani has always dreamed of being a princess. When a real Hawaiian princess comes to her hometown of Hilo, Nani dresses in her best clothes. But as she watches Princess Luka, who has come to save the town from a volcanic lava flow, Nani learns that there is more to being a princess than fine clothes. A story of kindness and generosity based on the historical events of the 1880 eruption of Mauna Loa on the Island of Hawai'i and the real-life Princess Luka.

A is for Aloha
By U'ilani Goldsberry
Illustrated by Tammy Yee
Sleeping Bear Press

Completing Sleeping Bear Press' acclaimed Discover America State by State series is A is for Aloha: AHawaii Alphabet. The landscape of Hawaii is as exotic as its history and people. Written and illustrated by native Hawaiians, U'ilani Goldsberry and Tammy Yee, Ais for Aloha is a lovingly created introduction to one of the most-visited places on Earth. From the meaning of the word aloha to the plight of the state bird author U'ilani Goldsberry answers questions that most Malihinis have about this lush multi-island paradise.

The Tsunami Quilt
By Anthony D. Fredericks
Illustrated by Tammy Yee
Sleeping Bear Press

April 1, 1946 - an enormous tsunami wave strikes Hilo, Hawai'i. Young Kimo loves his grandfather very much - but there is one story his grandfather has yet to share and that is the reason behind their yearly pilgrimage to Laupahoehoe Point. Evocative writing by award-winning children's book author Anthony D. Fredericks brings this tragic event from Hawaiian history to present-day reality for young readers today.

Rainforests and Reefs
By Tammy Yee
Windword Books

From the mountains to the sea, make learning fun at home or on the go. A variety of activities and puzzles teach children about tropical wildlife and conservation. Featuring mazes, mandalas, spot the difference, word seek, and more.

Easy Butterfly Origami
By Tammy Yee
Dover Publications

From the vivid Green Cairns birdwing to the striped Tiger Swallowtail and the Blood Red Glider, these beautiful butterflies feature a kaleidoscopic array of colors and patterns. Includes simple instructions for folding, and perforated pages for easy removal. All of the origami patterns are designed to highlight the diversity of species, with accurate portrayals of variations in the insects' top and bottoms views. Each butterfly model is accompanied by fun facts about behavior and distribution.

Easy Bird Origami
By Tammy Yee
Dover Publications

From familiar birds of the Western hemisphere — the Baltimore Oriole, Black-Capped Chickadee, and Northern Cardinal — to Asia's Strawberry Finch, Africa's Lilac-Breasted Roller, Australia's Red-Backed Kite, and the Flame Bowerbird of New Guinea, these 30 original models offer folding fun for bird lovers and origami enthusiasts of all ages. Suitable even for beginning paperfolders, the bird models feature simple folding instructions, and fun facts about each species appear on the back of each full-color pattern.

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