Series: Moana Oceania
Title: Alagā’upu Fa’asamoa ma Uiga mo Tamaiti
Samoan Proverbs for Children
Author: Tauanu’u Perenise Tapu Sitagata
Illustrator: Ani Huia Ligaliga
ISBN: 978-1-99-004270-6
RRP: $21.00
Specs: 230 x 215 mm portrait, PB, 32 pp, colour
Publishing: 6 May 2025, in association with Auckland Libraries – Ngā Pātaka Kōrero o Tāmaki Makaurau

Distinguished educator and translator Tauanu’u Perenise Tapu Sitagata joins with artist Ani Huia Ligaliga to present 30 Samoan proverbs for children in the original language, alongside translations and explanations in English.

Each proverb is presented in Gagana Sāmoa and English above an illustration, with bilingual explanations below.

Traversing themes from family, leadership and education to the environment and spirituality, Alagā’upu Fa’asamoa ma Uiga mo Tamaiti adds a valuable Pasifika resource for children and families everywhere.