The Myth of Maui (Encore)
Summary
This episode features a calming bedtime story about Kai, a young Hawaiian boy learning to fish from his family. The narrative weaves in legendary tales of the mythological hero Maui, who created the islands, slowed the sun, and raised the sky. Set against a serene ocean backdrop, the story encourages listeners to relax and drift off to sleep.
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Introduction to Get Sleepy and the Hawaii story
Breathing exercise and setting the scene in Hawaii
Kai learns fishing and hears stories of Maui
Legend of Maui pulling the Hawaiian islands from the sea
Kai practices fishing and listens to the ocean
Kai rests with his mother and drinks coconut water
Legend of Maui pushing up the sky
Fishermen return and give thanks to the ocean
Kai's father tells the story of Maui stopping the sun
Maui captures the sun to slow its journey
Evening gathering with fire, music, and community
Stargazing and imagining Maui's fishhook constellation
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