The Drumbeat of Haiti: Whispers of the Taino

Long before ships arrived on Haiti’s shores, the island was alive with people, traditions, and a deep connection to nature.

In Book 3 of The Drumbeat of Haiti series, young readers journey into the world of the Taino people, the first people to call the island home. Through the watchful eyes of Koukou, the wise owl, children discover how the Taino fished the waters, planted the land, made cassava bread, carved canoes, and honored the natural world around them.

Written in English and Haitian Kreyòl, Whispers of the Taino introduces young readers to an important part of Haiti’s early history while celebrating culture, heritage, and remembrance.

Koukou reminds us that the stories of those who came before us are part of the island’s history—and should never be forgotten. Where will Koukou take us next?