FAQ: Kinolau o Hina Planner - Digital & Hard Copy
FAQ
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We are so excited to share the first edition of our Kinolau o Hina Planner with you all! If you are new to digital planners, here are some answers to your frequently asked questions. In addition, we also have FAQ regarding our hard copy as well.
DISCLAIMER: We do not consider ourselves an expert in the arena of kilo at all. We initially created this as a tool for us to explore and dive into kilo.
At the bottom is the list of resources we have used to create this as well as ones we encourage you to check out.
One thing to note, we designed through our eyes. Our compass in the planner has the north and south stretched left to right (across) as that would be the directions your arms stretch towards with the east and west running up and down as that would be the direction you face the horizon. Thus, it does not appear as the Western compass does.
For example, when we have been observing, we have been using our body as the compass - our eyes facing toward the horizon (i.e. East as we live on the Windward side), our back facing toward the opposite (i.e. West), and our arms stretched out toward the North and South. Therefore, this is how it appears in the planner - the way our brain interpreted it.
DIGITAL PLANNER FAQ:
What happens when I purchase the digital planner?
You will receive a download link via email and will have 24 hours to download. We highly recommend downloading to your computer and then transferring it to your tablet.
What apps does it work with?
We are huge Apple/Mac product users. So, we designed this with the iPad in mind (so sorry Android users!).
Apple-specific applications: Compatible with GoodNotes and Notability
Android-specific applications: Compatible with Microsoft One Note and Evernote. However, the interactive components (primarily using the tabs to jump through) are limited.
Works on both Apple & Android: Flexcil
It is a PDF - so, it should work on any application that allows you to upload or open a PDF (including Adobe Acrobat Pro and Adobe Acrobat - the free version will allow you to add comments)
What does “interactive” mean?
Within this planner, you will see tabs along the right, left, and top. All of these are clickable to jump to those particular sections.
Good Notes: Switch the pencil icon in the top right corner to click the tabs.
Notability: Switch to the hand icon along the top to click the tabs.
Flexcil: Switch to the gesture mode to click the tabs.
Why are there no ʻokina and kahakō?
That was an intentional decision. Since we were returning back to our ʻike kūpuna, we decided to follow in their steps and remove it, especially since we are using Kepelino’s manaʻo around nā malama.
What are the quotes on the bottom corner of each malama?
Each malama has an ʻōlelo noʻeau that is reflective of that month. Again, we returned to our ʻike kūpuna and utilized Mary Kawena Pukui’s ʻōlelo noʻeau book.
What else is clickable besides the tabs?
If you see any blue underlined words, these are direct links. If you click on them, it will take you to that particular resource.
How do I know what month I’m in?
At this time (7/14), we are in Mahoe Hope - Anahulu Hoonui. However, remember, this is based on Kepelino. Each island may have the malama appear in a different order.
HARD COPY PLANNER FAQ:
When will I receive my planner?
We are a one-woman show action! We try to get your order out within 24-48 hours of receiving it. If you are on Oʻahu, you will usually receive it in 2-3 days. If you are not on Oʻahu, you will usually receive it within a week. We use USPS to do all of our shipping so for packages like this, you will receive a fulfillment email with your tracking information.
What is the difference between the hard copy and the digital copy?
The hard copy does not have all the images that appear before the malama like the digital planner - instead, you can purchase our planner with the sticker sheets as they include the different designs. In addition, our hard copy planner is not tabbed.
What makes this planner sustainable?
In an effort to aloha ʻāina, we used a local vendor, which allowed us to pick up our planners when they ready instead of having them flown in, then delivered via mail carrier. This helped us to minimize our carbon footprint. In addition, our local vendor was able to provide us with recycled paper, thicker card stock covers, and metal binding - all of which allows this planner to be easily recycled once you fill it up (or kept if you prefer to keep all your observation notes!).
Why are the month header designs black and white?
It’s therapeutic! Feel free to color it in and make it your own! The design itself is based on the Kinolau o Hina, so represented is ilima and kapa.
We are so grateful for your support!
Was your question not answered? Message us and share with us other questions you may have so we can add to our list!
RESOURCES:
Book Resources
(Many of these I have found at Na Mea Hawaii)
Ano Lani, Ano Honua by Kahu Wendell Kalanikapuaenui Silva
Collection of Hawaiian Antiquities and Folklore by Abraham Fornander
Hanau ka Ua by Collette Leimomi Akana
Hawaiian Dictionary by Mary Kawena Pukui and Samuel H. Elbert
Ka Honua Ola: Elieli Kau Mai by Pualani Kanakaole Kanahele
Olelo Noeau by Mary Kawena Pukui
Na Inoa Hoku: Hawaiian and Pacific Star Names by Rubellite Kawena Johnson
The Wind Gourd of Laamaomao by Moses Kuaea Nakuina
Traditions of Hawaii by Kepelino (edited by Martha Beckwith)
Online Resources
Bishop Museum: Educational Curriculum
Na Ao a me Na Ua (Grade Level 6-8): www.bishopmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/LM_Clouds_and_Rain.pdf
Edith Kanakaole Foundation (EKF) Papaku Makawalu (Papahulilani, Papahulihonua, Papahanaumoku): edithkanakaolefoundation.org/papakuMakawalu.php
Hokulea Star Lines: archive.hokulea.com/ike/hookele/hawaiian_star_lines.html
Kumu Kalei Nuʻuhiwa and Malia Nobrega-Olivera’s website: aimalama.org
Papahanaumokuakea: www.papahanaumokuakea.gov/education/
NOAA Cloud Chart: www.weather.gov/media/owlie/cloud_chart.pdf