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Samoan Proverbs for Children shares traditional wisdom

Alagā'upu Fa'asamoa Ma Uiga mo Tamaiti Samoan Proverbs for Children Tauanu'u Perenise Tapu Sitagata Illustrated by Ani Huia Ligaliga Out for Samoan Language Week, a new book presents Samoan proverbs with explanations for children Traditional wisdom that can inspire and guide the kids of today — that’s the concept for a bilingual picture book that will be published in time for Samoa Language Week 2025. Alagā’upu Fa’asamoa Ma Uiga mo Tamaiti features 30 Samoan proverbs, vividly illustrated, with translations and explanations in both Gagana Samoa and English. Designed to introduce children to the rich cultural heritage of Samoa, the book conveys proverbs that guide family life, leadership, education, the environment and more. 

2025-05-02T15:50:11+12:00May 2nd, 2025|Children's books, Gaganā Samoa|
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There’s a Crab in my Castle takes young readers to the rocky shore

There’s a Crab in my Castle / He Pāpaka kei taku Pā Dawn McMillan Illustrated by Nikki Slade Robinson Translated by Stephanie Huriana Fong Fourth book in bilingual nature story series takes young readers to meet seaside creatures  Summer is coming and there’s plenty of action for young readers down at the seashore in the latest addition to the nature story series by bestselling author Dawn McMillan. When an inquisitive girl goes to the rocky shore she builds a sandcastle and soon gets many visitors: crab and sandhoppers, snapper, kina, manta ray and more. The fun ensemble of seaside creatures is brought to life across colourful pages with evocative pictures.

2024-10-15T08:58:58+13:00October 15th, 2024|Children's books|
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Moana Oceania Series: Fiji – Viti

Photo-packed introduction to the people, culture and identity of Fiji arrives in new bilingual book Moana Oceania Series: Fiji - Viti by Tarisi Vunidilo Despite Fiji being among the largest Pacific Island nations, there is a dearth of good books about the country in print.  This fourth volume in the Moana Oceania Series aims to address that situation with highly illustrated text in English and Fijian. Fijian–New Zealand educator Tarisi Vunidilo introduces the people, culture and identity of her homeland in simple terms in the colourful and informative Moana Oceania: Fiji - Viti. The bilingual text offers insights into society, geography, legends, arts, history and language — outlining the values of Fiji’s people, and how families live and celebrate life. 

2024-10-09T08:47:02+13:00October 9th, 2024|Children's books, Fijian|
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New picture book retells Rātā and the tree pūrakau

The Ever-Standing Tree Te Rākau Tū Tonu Tim Tipene Illustrated by Ani Huia Ligaliga Translated by Kanapu Rangitauira Modern retelling of a classic story comes to life in picture book about learning respect for nature  A modern interpretation of the classic pūrākau of Rātā and the tree, Tim Tipene’s The Ever-Standing Tree/Te Rākau Tū Tonu highlights the importance of respecting and protecting nature. In a typical Kiwi suburb, Dad cuts down the tree in the backyard – to get a better view. Overnight, the insects and birds work their magic and put it back together, leaving the family stunned. A battle of wills between the blade and nature ensues, until Dad finally comes to realise how special the tree is.

2024-09-02T06:37:48+12:00September 2nd, 2024|Children's books, Māori|
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