The Seven Kites of Matariki

The Seven Kites of Matariki
Author: Calico McClintock
Publisher:
Total Pages: 32
Release: 2016-05
Genre: Kites
ISBN: 9781775434016

It is a special time of year. A time when the whispering wind blows warm from the east, and a crescent moon rises in the wintry night sky. Seven little sisters make kites with eyes of seashells to celebrate the New Year. But that playfulwind whips those kites away... Matariki is here!

A Kite for Moon

A Kite for Moon
Author: Jane Yolen
Publisher: Zonderkidz
Total Pages: 36
Release: 2019-04-09
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0310756936

Dedicated to astronaut Neil Armstrong, A Kite for Moon is the perfect children’s book to help celebrate the 50th anniversary of the first United States moon landing. Written by New York Times bestselling author of How Do Dinosaurs Say Goodnight? Jane Yolen and her daughter, Heidi Stemple, this book is a heartfelt story about a young boy’s fascination and unlikely friendship with the moon. What would it be like if the moon was your friend? Find out as you walk alongside a little boy who journeys through life to achieve his dream of becoming an astronaut. And then blast off with your little one as you zoom to the moon together! The story begins when a little boy, who is flying his kite, notices a sad Moon. He sends up kites to her, writing notes promising he will come see her someday. This promise propels him through years of studying, learning, and training to become an astronaut. Until … he finally goes up, up, up in a big rocket ship with a fiery tail. A Kite for Moon: Features over 20 gorgeous illustrations by award-winning artist Matt Phelan Is the perfect storybook for children ages 4 to 8 Celebrates every child’s fascination with space

The Seven Stars of Matariki

The Seven Stars of Matariki
Author: Toni Rolleston-Cummins
Publisher: Huia Pub.
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2008
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 9781869693275

When he sees his brothers bewitched by seven beautiful women, the adventurous young Mītai must step in. The Seven Stars of Matariki is a contemporary myth of love, magic and adventure that celebrates Matariki and tells how the star cluster came into being.

The Promise of Puanga

The Promise of Puanga
Author: Kirsty Wadsworth
Publisher:
Total Pages: 32
Release: 2019-05
Genre: Maori (New Zealand people)
ISBN: 9781775435815

There is a bright new star in the winter sky-Puanga, cousin to the Matariki sisters. Each year, she appears to the people of Aotearoa, a special sign for those unable to see Matariki, that winter and the Maori new year are coming. A new addition to Scholastic's popular Matariki range, this time introducing readers to the Puanga star, which is celebrated for Maori New Year and the coming of winter in place of Matariki along parts of the West Coast of New Zealand.

Together in Love

Together in Love
Author: Xoë Hall
Publisher:
Total Pages:
Release: 2016
Genre: Maori (New Zealand people)
ISBN: 9780473353315

"The loving embrace of Ranginui and Papatuanuku keeps the land in constant darkness. When their children discover there is light beyond their parents love, chaos is unleased and the stars of Matariki are created"--Back cover. Based on the traditional story.

It's My Bread

It's My Bread
Author: Diana Noonan
Publisher: Learning Media Ltd
Total Pages: 12
Release: 1996
Genre: Readers
ISBN: 9780478204148

Animals argue over who is going to eat a piece of bread. Suggested level: junior.

Maori Kite

Maori Kite
Author: Bob Maysmor
Publisher:
Total Pages: 112
Release: 2001
Genre: Handicraft
ISBN: 9781877228261

Maori kites are enjoying a remarkable cultural resurgence. In his introduction to his revised and expanded edition of the classic work on this art form, Professor Hirini Moko Mead says Bob Maysmor's book has played a valuable role in the revival of interest in kite-making. Te Manu Tukutuku covers the history and tradition, techniques and materials of the ancient kites and describes how contemporary artists and kite-makers have further developed the art. Also included are easy instructions on how you can make a Maori kite.

Stolen Stars of Matariki

Stolen Stars of Matariki
Author: Miriama Kamo
Publisher:
Total Pages: 32
Release: 2018-01-05
Genre: Picture books for children
ISBN: 9781775435402

Behind dusty orange hills, where the sky stretches down to the sea, theres a magical, wild, windy place called Te Mata Hapuku. Sam and Te Rerehua love to visit their Grandma and Poua at Te Mata Hapuku (aka Birdlings Flat). They like to collect agate from the stories, with a backdrop of whipping wind, flashing torchlight, and the splash of Pouas gaff in the water. But one night, Grandma notices something mysterious. Someone has stolen some stars from the sky. And then the patupaiarehe come out to play on the beach... Can Sam and Te Rerehua rescue the Matariki stars?

The Hissing Bush

The Hissing Bush
Author: Trish Puharich
Publisher: Learning Media Ltd
Total Pages: 16
Release: 2006
Genre: Children's stories, New Zealand
ISBN: 9780790317021

Two children discover a bush that makes hissing sounds. As they go nearer, they are surprised by a goose guarding her nest. Suggested level: junior, primary.