Isle Pages

"The Parent's Guide to Private Schools in Hawaii"

Written by Jacqui Pirl, Kailua Press, $29.95

This large paperback reference book is intended to help parents make informed decisions about where to educate their children in Hawaii. It includes a school-by-school guide that details everything parents want to know about 71 private schools and 10 of the best schools on Oahu.

"Earl the Pearl"

By Dennis Santos, Llumina Press, $10.95

The author, Dennis Santos, is a Hawaii native who now lives in Santa Barbara, Calif., and is a youth minister and a Little League coach. He wrote "Earl the Pearl" to be used as a motivational tool for his players. The simple but inspiring story line is combined with whimsical color illustrations.