Books & Activities

From Hawai‘i cookbooks to storybooks for kids to hands-on games and puzzles, each item in this collection is designed to educate, entertain, and connect you to the culture, history, and natural beauty of Hawai‘i.

Created by Hawai‘i-based authors, artists, and makers, these thoughtfully curated finds make learning fun while nurturing a deeper appreciation for island life. Perfect for quiet time, family bonding, or meaningful gifts, this collection brings the stories and spirit of Hawai‘i to life—one page and activity at a time.

For just $8, turn any selection of local products into a beautifully wrapped, ready-to-gift set.

Your order will arrive:

  • Beautifully packaged in our signature House of Mana Up gift mailer

  • Finished with tissue paper, a sticker, and About the Entrepreneur cards

  • With a House of Mana Up postcard featuring your personal message (if provided)

  • Arrives ready to gift—no additional wrapping required

Good to know: All pre-curated gift sets automatically include gift packaging. If you're creating your own assortment, simply add "Make This a Gift" to your cart to have your order arrive wrapped and ready to gift.

10 products

An open peach-colored branded gift box with a card and wrapped item inside, alongside a closed tan cardboard box on a light gray background.
Regular price $8.00
Make This a Gift
Colorful book titled 'The Lei Book' with floral designs on a white background
keiki kaukau lei book
Regular price $15.00
Keiki Kaukau - The Lei Book
Children's book titled 'it's Kaukau Time!' on a watermelon with wooden spoon and fork.
keiki kaukau its kaukau time
Book cover of 'Cook Real Hawai'i' with food and palm trees on a light background
Man wearing a black cap and t-shirt with a logo, standing outdoors with trees in the background
Colorful flower-shaped leis in a box with a card featuring a child's face.
keiki kaukau pua bead set
ohana style by chef sheldon
Book cover of 'Ohana Style' with people sharing food, featuring various dishes.
Surf Shack Puzzles - Aloha Band - 70 pc
Surf Shack Puzzles - Aloha Band - 70 pc
Regular price $15.60 Sale price$26.00
Surf Shack Puzzles - Aloha Band - 70 pc
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A colorful illustrated map poster of O'ahu, the Gathering Place, featuring cartoon landmarks, people, boats, and text on a bright blue background.
A postcard jigsaw puzzle set featuring a colorful illustrated map of Oahu, Hawaii, shown with a completed puzzle, an instruction card, and a white envelope on a light gray background.
NEW RELEASE
A square decorative print or card featuring the Hawaiian phrase 'Ho'omaika'i!' in large purple script across a cream background with vertical floral and botanical stripes in yellow, pink, green, and lavender.
A postcard puzzle set featuring a completed jigsaw puzzle with the Hawaiian phrase 'Hōʻomāʻaila!' across a striped multicolor card design, shown alongside the instruction card and a matching envelope on a light gray background.
NEW RELEASE
A square art print featuring a vibrant tropical design with pink hibiscus flowers, green leaves, and yellow cocktails on a coral pink background, with the word 'MAHALO' in bold yellow letters with a blue shadow effect across the center.
A pink postcard-sized jigsaw puzzle with floral and wave illustrations, shown alongside its instruction card and white envelope on a light gray background.
NEW RELEASE