Join Us at Our FREE 2026 Conference!
June 5-7, 2026, Chaminade University
"Discovering the Magic of Children's Literature"
Check back soon to register and view the schedule!
This year's conference is hybrid, so in-person or virtual attendance will be available.
2026 Conference Featured Guests
We are excited to announce our 2026 featured guests, authors Kelly Murashige and Kristiana Kahakauwila and illustrator Jing Jing Tsong. You can read more about them by clicking on their images to visit their websites.
Kelly Murashige
Kristiana Kahakauwila
Jing Jing Tsong
2026 Writing and Art Contest
Our 2026 youth Writing and Art Contest will run from March 1st to April 11. We would love to see your best poetry and/or artwork.
For contest details and entry forms, click on the button below.
Children's Literature Hawai'i (CLH) believes that literature should be a primary part of every child's education. CLH promotes opportunities to experience, interpret, and create children's literature through activities such as reading, storytelling, art, drama, song, and scholarly discussion. Learn more on our Mission page.
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