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The Story of the Storyboard
An article by Janice J. Beaty that explains the origins and modern use of a Storyboard
Coconuts in the Kitchen
An article by Janice J. Beaty. Beaty discusses the history and culture behind coconuts on the island
Coconuts in the Kitchen Photo 1
A portrait shot of what looks to be coconut trees lining the shore of a beach
Coconuts in the Kitchen Photo 2
In temperate climates, coconuts are seen more often in cartoons about desert islands than in kitchens, but on Guam they have a central place in food preparation. Photo shows coconut utensils combined with the most modern aluminum pans – just as they…
Coconuts in the Kitchen Photo 3
In temperate climates, coconuts are seen more often in cartoons about desert islands than in kitchens, but on Guam they have a central place in food preparation. Portuguese named these nuts ‘cocos’ which means monkey – for obvious reasons
Cover Page
The seashells shown in the cover photos are all common to Guam. Shell in upper photo is the spider Conch. In lower left corner is the Silver Lip Conch and at right, the deadly Textile Cone. Photos are by Janice Beaty
Shells Alive Photo 1
A few of the common shells of Guam: Spider Conchs, Tiger Cowries, Streaked and Textile Cones, Money Cowries, Patridge Tuns, Trochus and Turbo Shells, Augers and open Clam
Shells Alive Photo 2
Tiger Cowry. This large Pacific cowry is common around tropical islands and highly prized as a decoration
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I Sali Yan I Chichirika
A comical short story written in CHamoru about a sali and chichirika bird that have a donne' pepper eating competition