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Whakarongo ki o Tupuna: Listen to your Ancestors
Hardback
Main Details
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Whakarongo ki o Tupuna: Listen to your Ancestors
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| Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Darryn Joseph
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Illustrated by Munro Te Whata
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| Physical Properties |
| Format:Hardback | | Pages:32 | | Dimensions(mm): Height 270,Width 210 |
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| ISBN/Barcode |
9780947506629
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| Classifications | Dewey:499.442 |
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| Illustrations |
Colour illustrations throughout
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Publishing Details |
| Publisher |
Oratia Media
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| Imprint |
Oratia Books
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| Publication Date |
10 September 2019 |
| Publication Country |
New Zealand
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Description
Written in te Reo Maori and translated by the author, this picture book from children's literature advocate Dr Darryn Joseph will be published to mark Te Wiki o te Reo Maori/Maori Language Week 2019. Following the life of a teacher, it shows tamariki how to emulate their ancestors in being strong, generous, bold and compassionate as they follow the challenges and phases of life.
Author Biography
Darryn Joseph (Ngati Maniapoto) is a senior lecturer in Maori language at Massey University, Palmerston North, and the author of more than 23 books, mainly for Maori immersion education. Darryn is a trustee of Storylines and was a judge for the 2018 NZ Book Awards for Children and Young Adults. Munro Te Whata (Ngapuhi, Ngati Porou) is a dynamic young animator, artist and writer who has illustrated several books. He lives in Auckland.
ReviewsA book with a wonderful message, Whakarongo ki o Tupuna by Darryn Joseph follows a beloved teacher showing tamariki how to emulate their ancestors in being strong, generous, bold and compassionate as they follow the challenges of life. - The Spinoff
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