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Tangaroa's Gift : Te Koha a Tangaroa
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Discover the enchanting tale of 'Tangaroa's Gift: Te Koha a Tangaroa,' a beautifully illustrated bilingual story that captures the essence of M?ori culture. This heartwarming narrative follows Paua, a sea creature facing loneliness and ridicule due to his slowness and appearance. As the god of the sea, Tangaroa takes pity on Paua and gifts him a stunning, multicolored shell. However, jealousy from other sea creatures leads to Paua's deeper sadness, prompting Tangaroa to hide the shell's beauty just for Paua to cherish. This refreshed and redesigned edition, published by Scholastic New Zealand, features vibrant illustrations from acclaimed M?ori scholar Mere Whaanga and offers readers a meaningful journey through acceptance and self-worth.
Perfect for young readers, 'Tangaroa's Gift' is more than just a story; it's an exploration of emotions that resonates across generations. This 32-page paperback edition, measuring 270mm x 220mm, is ideal for both educational and personal libraries. Celebrated for over 25 years, with accolades such as being a finalist in the 1991 Children's Book Awards, this treasured piece of children's literature combines beautiful storytelling with cultural significance. Dive into the world of Tangaroa and explore themes of kindness, compassion, and inner beauty today!
CONDITION: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781775434122
Format: Paperback, Revised edition
Publisher: SCHOLASTIC NEW ZEALAND LTD
Number of Pages: 32
Dimensions Width: 270mm
Height: 220mm
Paua is sad and lonely. The other sea creatures mock his slowness and unattractiveness. Tangaroa, god of the sea, takes pity on him and gives him a dazzling shell of many colours. But the jealousy of the other sea creatures results in Paua still being miserable, so Tangaroa decides to hide his beauty within his shell, where only he can see it.
- Refreshed and redesigned edition of this popular bilingual story by Maori scholar and author/illustrator, Mere Whaanga
- Tangaroa's Gift has been in print for over 25 years and was a finalist in the 1991 Children's Book Awards, the Russell Clark award for illustration and the Esther Glen award for children's literature
Perfect for young readers, 'Tangaroa's Gift' is more than just a story; it's an exploration of emotions that resonates across generations. This 32-page paperback edition, measuring 270mm x 220mm, is ideal for both educational and personal libraries. Celebrated for over 25 years, with accolades such as being a finalist in the 1991 Children's Book Awards, this treasured piece of children's literature combines beautiful storytelling with cultural significance. Dive into the world of Tangaroa and explore themes of kindness, compassion, and inner beauty today!
CONDITION: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781775434122
Format: Paperback, Revised edition
Publisher: SCHOLASTIC NEW ZEALAND LTD
Number of Pages: 32
Dimensions Width: 270mm
Height: 220mm
Paua is sad and lonely. The other sea creatures mock his slowness and unattractiveness. Tangaroa, god of the sea, takes pity on him and gives him a dazzling shell of many colours. But the jealousy of the other sea creatures results in Paua still being miserable, so Tangaroa decides to hide his beauty within his shell, where only he can see it.
- Refreshed and redesigned edition of this popular bilingual story by Maori scholar and author/illustrator, Mere Whaanga
- Tangaroa's Gift has been in print for over 25 years and was a finalist in the 1991 Children's Book Awards, the Russell Clark award for illustration and the Esther Glen award for children's literature
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