Tressy and the Taotaomona: Guam Storybook Series (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9798282980202)

When Tressy and her brother Tony go with their Tata to pick pugua (betel nuts), Tressy's curiosity leads her off the path and into the unknown. Deep in the jungle, she encounters a mysterious figure-the Taotaomona, the ancient spirits of the land-who watches her from the shadows. With a bruise to show for her adventure, Tressy learns an important lesson about respect for the land, the spirits, and her loving family.

This story is an enchanting introduction to Chamoru culture, where respect for nature, tradition, and family is at the heart of every tale.