Counting the Stars

Dive into the magical world of Maori mythology with "Counting the Stars," a beautifully illustrated picture book that captivates the imagination of children aged 3-10. This award-winning collection, penned by the talented New Zealand children's author and illustrator Gavin Bishop, showcases four enchanting Maori stories. Each tale combines well-known legends, like Ranginui and Papatuanuku, and lesser-known gems, such as the battle of the birds and Kae and the whale. Enriched with stunning illustrations that vary in color palette and technique, each story is designed not only to entertain but also to connect young readers to the rich cultural heritage of New Zealand.

Ideal for parents seeking engaging children's books, "Counting the Stars" transforms traditional myths into delightful adventures. The narratives are crafted to resonate with a new generation, ensuring that each story is both exciting and resolved, preserving the essence of Maori culture. Perfectly suitable for read-aloud sessions or independent reading, this picture book fosters a love for storytelling in young minds.

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Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781775530176
Format: Picture book
Year: 2012
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE NZ
Pages: 48


Description:
A collection of four excitingly told and stunningly illustrated Maori stories for children, by award-winning New Zealand children's writer and illustrator Gavin Bishop.

Counting the Stars continues to take traditional myths to a new level. Created by one of New Zealand's most talented and passionate children's book writers and illustrators.

A sequel to Taming the Sun and Riding the Waves, this stunning book contains four more Maori myths, including two well-known legends (Ranginui and Papatuanuku and Hinemoa and Tutanekai) and two less well-known legends (The battle of the birds and Kae and the whale).

Aimed at children 3-10 years, these myths are simply written and yet powerful. They're exciting and scary but each story is nicely resolved. Gavin allows the essence of the original myths to remain while also re-telling them for a new generation of children.

The illustrations are stunning - the different colour palette for each story and the strong mix of techniques create bold and beautiful images.

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