In our study of Hilo we read the mo`olelo of how Hilo got its name. We learned how hilo means to twist and that using the Ti-leaf was a way to twist. We were so fortunate to have `Anakala Kawika and Ka`imi from our groundskeeping division come into the classroom and share their `ike on the ti-leaf plant. They showed us how to målama the plant, pick it and even propagate it. We concluded our lesson by working in pairs and practiced “hilo-ing” the leaves. It was such a great afternoon. Mahalo nui e Uncle Kawika and Uncle Ka`imi.