Akron Public Library

Although he is afraid of the sea, the son of a Polynesian chief, whose people worship courage, sets out alone in his canoe to conquer his fear.

"As a demigod, Maui has done a lot to help humanity. He slowed the sun to make the days longer and used his magical fishhook to pull up new islands. He battled monsters and even helped create coconuts. But there's one thing Maui has never done: be somebody's friend. Follow Maui on his journey to become the best friend ever--with some help from the brave voyager named Moana, that is.."--Jacket flap.

In the Marquesas Islands, Jody sees a large group of spotted and spinner dolphins. She meets Lew and Monique and sees the operation of a dolphin friendly tuna boat.