Teacher's Notes: The Lost Words and Whenua

Tuesday 7 July 2026

The Lost Words

Check out the teacher's notes for The Lost Words by Kim Kearney. 

Weaving a beautiful narrative of heritage, culture and the enduring strength of family bonds, The Lost Words is a daughter's account of her mother's journey through the rich tapestry of te reo Māori

A powerful and moving story that will appeal to young readers and adults alike.

Available in colour and greyscale

 

Whenua

Check out the teacher's notes for Whenua by Isobel Joy Te Aho-White.

From sleeping giants to battling mountains, fiery sisters to adventurous trees, dig into Whenua and discover eleven tales of how Aotearoa was formed beneath our feet.

Whenua takes readers back in time with each pūrākau, exploring the ways in which Aotearoa's land was formed and introducing children to legendary Māori figures and atua.

A beautifully illustrated collection that will delight the whole whānau.

Available in colour and greyscale.

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