Kauri Boy and the Lost Kiwi

Name: Kauri Boy and the Lost Kiwi
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SKU: 9781067087579
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By Linley Edmeades

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Brief Description

When a kiwi's crate tumbles off a Department of Conservation truck, he finds himself lost and alone at a bus stop, until a curious boy named Kauri discovers him. Together, Kauri and his teacher, Mrs McTilley, must find a way to get the kiwi safely home.... Read More

Format: Hardback

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When a kiwi's crate falls from a Department of Conservation truck, he finds himself lost and alone at a bus stop. With the help of a curious boy named Kauri and his teacher, Mrs McTilley, the kiwi's journey home begins. A heartwarming New Zealand story about empathy, friendship, and doing the right thing.

Description

Kauri Boy and the Lost Kiwi is a tender, funny story about empathy, problem-solving and doing the right thing. Set against familiar New Zealand backdrops, it gently celebrates the bond between people and wildlife, and the small acts of kindness that make a big difference.

Young readers will also enjoy spotting the hidden weta on each page and learning more about these fascinating creatures at the end of the book.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781067087579

Publisher: Mary Egan Publishing

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 20 March 2026

Country: New Zealand

Imprint: Little Love

Illustration: Colour illustrations throughout

Contributors:

Illustrated by Meg May Makene

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 190.0mm

Height: 260.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 32

Collections

Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Linley Edmeades New Zealand and Australia Published New Zealand Children's Books New Zealand Published

About the Author

Linley Edmeades is a grandmother, gardener and storyteller. She lives in Aotearoa, New Zealand, with her partner Malcolm. Her joy of writing and sharing stories is lifelong. She loves the excitement and imagination of children as they read and discover new worlds, people and possibilities.

"Kauri Boy and the Lost Kiwi" is illustrated by Meg Makene an illustrator and artist from Otautahi. Her art is often inspired by the wonder and beauty of Aotearoa landscapes and she shares this magic throughout this lovely story of friendship and kindness. This is Meg's first picture book.