Matariki

A fascinating look at Matariki in New Zealand and around the world. The Matariki constellation (or Pleiades) is known by many different names and is seen and celebrated by many cultures around the world. This beautifully illustrated book features 18 stories: 9 of which highlight the Māori Matariki stars, while the others reference the stories about this constellation from different...

An attractive kete gift bag of three stories to celebrate Matariki and explore the wonders and traditions of Māori New Year. Flit the Fantail & the Matariki Map: Join Flit and his friends, Keri the kiwi and wise old Ruru, as they explore the night skies to work out how to capture a sparkling star. The Seven Kites of Matariki:...

Manawatia a Matariki! Celebrate Matariki with this book bursting with activities and colouring-in pages. My Matariki Colouring and Activity Book is a colouring book that also includes a range of activities such as crafts and puzzles, as well as a smattering of te reo. This companion to the 2022 best-seller, Matariki Around the World, is sure to keep readers entertained...

Celebrate the Maori New Year with this stunning 100-piece Matariki puzzle. The design beautifully illustrates the Matariki star cluster and the celestial environment. Features: Finished with captivating holographic details, the puzzle subtly shifts and glitters, bringing the stars of Matariki to life as you assemble the pieces. 100pc. Total puzzle size: 34cm x 50cm. Suitable for ages 4+ years

In mid-winter, Matariki rises in the pre-dawn sky, and its observation is celebrated with incantations on hilltops at dawn, balls, exhibitions, dinners, and a vast number of events. The Matariki tradition has been re-established, and its regeneration coincides with a growing interest in Māori astronomy. Still, there remain some unanswered questions about how Matariki was traditionally observed. These include: What...

The little Kiwi is fast asleep in her burrow. A beam of moonlight shines right down into her burrow. She wakes and realises it is time. Hurrying out into the night, she wakes each of her friends from their mid-winter slumber. Kia tere! Hurry! she urges them.

Matariki by Melanie Drewery invites readers into the heartwarming story of a family as they come together to celebrate the Māori New Year. Set against the backdrop of the rich cultural heritage of New Zealand, this enchanting tale captures the essence of what Matariki signifies. Without giving away any spoilers, the narrative beautifully unfolds to reveal how each family member...

Matariki The Maori New Year by Libby Hakaraia is a captivating exploration of the Matariki star cluster—known in other cultures as the Pleiades or the Seven Sisters. Rooted deeply in Maori tradition, Matariki's rising before the sun in late May or early June signalled the commencement of the Maori calendar, celebrated with great festivals. This celestial event was not just...

These Matariki themed stars encourage learning and are an awesome decoration. Learn about Matariki and match the names to the correct, unique, sticker design to brighten up whatever you add them too.

This Matariki board game is the perfect family friendly game that is both fun and educational. As you make your way around the game board, learn about the different stars and their meanings also while having some quality family time.

Match the magnetic Matariki stars, names and descriptions to each other to familiarise and learn about each star. This set is perfect for teachers, at home learning and decorating during Matariki. Features: Each pack includes 9 large stars, matching names, descriptions and small stars for decorating. 4 magnetic sheets total. Suitable for ages 3+.

This Matariki inspired poi is made from a quality material with blue, white, and black woolen handles. The ball has been firmly sewn in place to keep it together during vigorous treatment of kapa haka performance. Features: Design: Starry night sky print, blue/white/black woolen handles. Size: 9cm dia. Handles: 49cm long x 1cm dia.

Celebrate Matariki Together- Through Play! Gather your whanau and discover the stars of Matariki in this fun and beautifully designed card game. Learn naturally through play to recognise what each star represents - from Waiti’s link to fresh water, to Tupuarangi’s connection with the forests. Features: It’s an easy-to-learn game for 2-3 players that blends fun, strategy, and discovery. This...

Piece together this glow-in-the-dark puzzle to learn about the 9 stars of Matariki. Watch the stars start to glow as you complete the puzzle! Perfect for young learners. Features & Benefits 100 Piece Puzzle Puzzle Size: 50 x 34 cm Age: 4 years and above

“Everything changes, tamariki mā,” says Grandma.“But the stars will always guide us.” Sam and Te Rerehua adore Te Mata Hāpuku, its wild winds, stony shores, and the treasures  he waves push onto the beach. But this Matariki feels different. Pōua is gone and the children miss him deeply. As they wait for the rising of the star cluster, Grandma teaches...

Tawhirimatea, blow winds blow, Ra, warm us up with your sunshine glow. Papatuanuku, we plant seeds in you. Ua, rain, helps new life come through... Read and sing along to this catchy Matariki song celebrating Earth, sky, seasons and whanau. Singer/songwriter June Pitman-Hayes wrote this waiata for the children at the Montessori School where she was teaching music. With its...

Te Rerehua and Sam know that nothing in nature is identical; not the eels, not the stones on the beach ... not even the twin stars of Matariki, Waitī and Waitā: one looks after fresh water and lakes, the other saltwater – the ocean. When they notice Waitī is looking dim one night, Grandma and Poua enlist the children's help...

How can we celebrate Matariki? Let's look to the stars! Maumaharatia: Remembering our past Tiakina te taiao: Caring for our environment Te whakawhanaungatanga: Connecting with our people Me pēhea tātou e whakanui i a Matariki? Tirohia ngā whetū! Maumaharatia te onamata Tiakina te taiao Te whakawhanaungatanga ki ō tātou iwi Explore the nine stars of Matariki in rich, detailed imagery...

Behind dusty orange hills, where the sky stretches down to the sea, there’s a magical, wild, windy place called Te Mata Hapuku. Sam and Te Rerehua love to visit their Grandma and Poua at Te Mata Hapuku (also known as Birdlings Flat). They enjoy listening to the stories, accompanied by the backdrop of whipping wind, flashing torchlight, and the splash...

A Maori Word a Day by Hemi Kelly is an incredibly accessible and engaging resource designed to introduce and immerse New Zealanders of all ages into the beauty of the Maori language. This book acts as a unique and practical Maori dictionary that simplifies the learning process by presenting 365 carefully selected Maori words, each to be explored and learned...

A young boy learns about the customs around celebrating Matariki from his grandfather. They watch the stars from the top of a mountain, prepare their offering of food for the gods, and the boy learns about Te Waka o Rangi and the tradition of calling out the names of loved ones who have passed away so that they can become...

A heartwarming story about aroha, whānau, passing down traditional knowledge, and welcoming in the new year - an English translation of the original Nga Kupenga a Nanny Rina. Nanny Rina's Amazing Nets introduces Nanny Rina, an amazing weaver who can make all kinds of nets! When Haeata te Kapua asks what special creation Nanny will weave to welcome in the...

A Maori Phrase a Day by Hemi Kelly is a modern, user-friendly phrasebook designed for all New Zealanders who wish to connect more deeply with the Māori language and culture. This book offers a delightful and accessible entry point into te reo Māori, presenting 365 phrases that cover everyday life and aims to build an enriching language learning journey through...

The Wild and Windy Stars of Matariki by Miriama Kamo is a captivating tale about the adventures of Te Rerehua and Sam at Te Mata Hapuku, a wild and windswept place where the stones tell stories and the stars shine bright. One night, they spot mysterious fires on the beach and quickly become entangled in a trick played by the...

Celebrate Matariki: The Maori New Year! This unique colouring book is your guide to the stars. Learn while you colour and discover the powerful meanings behind each star as you colour. Features: 32 unique colouring pages representing Matariki. 32 pages. Size: 18cm x 18cm

Explore the Stars of Matariki - Through Play, Movement, and Mindfulness. This engaging set of nine activity boards invites tamariki and whanau to connect with the stars of Matariki in a full-body, immersive way. Each board offers a simple activity inspired by the themes of Matariki - from scavenger hunts and movement challenges to mindful reflection and night sky exploration....

Learn about Matariki while having fun! This activity book is full of Matariki themed games, colouring and over 100 stickers. Features: Size: A4. 16 pages, 100+ Stickers, Die cut board 100 GSM Wood Free Pages.

Join Sam and Te Rerehua as they prepare a Matariki feast! It’s the day before Matariki, and a big feast has been prepared. Eeling took place months ago, and Te Rerehua and Sam are excited to give thanks to Tupuanuku and Tupuarangi, the stars connected to food grown in and above the ground. But one night, those sneaky Patupaiarehe return...

The Raupo Phrasebook of Modern Maori by Scotty Morrison is Aotearoa's most trusted guide to mastering te reo Maori, now meticulously revised and updated to meet the needs of contemporary language learners. This essential resource is designed to be the most up-to-date, versatile, and relevant tool for anyone wishing to use the Maori language in daily life, whether a complete...

This bilingual board book for young children shares the meaning behind each star in the Matariki cluster, created by award-winning author Gavin Bishop. An essential bilingual board book explaining the meaning of each Matariki star, with beautiful artwork by award-winning author Gavin Bishop. When the Matariki cluster rises, each of the nine stars represents the promise of the year ahead....

Navigate body safety conversations with ease! Rāwiri and Ruby are learning about privacy and instincts, how to spot unsafe behaviour and how to get help should they ever need to. Using child-friendly language and the STOP WALK TALK strategy, these two young friends educate and empower tamariki with the important life skill of body safety.

It was deep mid-winter and all through the village, preparations were being made to farewell the old year and greet the new. For the first time ever, the seventh little sister, Ururangi, was big enough to make her own celebration kite. But when the seven sisters take the finished kites to fly them, the east wind whips them all away...

Ko Ngā Whetū Hauhau, Ko Ngā Whetū Tarakaka o Matariki (The Wild and Windy Stars of Matariki – Māori Edition) by Miriama Kamo tells the enchanting tale of Te Rerehua and Sam, who adore the wild and windswept land of Te Mata Hapuku, a place where stones whisper stories and stars shine brightly. One mysterious night, they discover strange fires...

A heartwarming story originated in te reo Maori by an award-winning Maori-Pasifika author about aroha, whanau, passing down traditional knowledge and welcoming in the new year. He kairaranga puhara a Nanny Rina, ka taea te raranga i nga momo kupenga katoa! Ka patai ana tana mokopuna, a Haeata te Kapua, mo nga kupenga ka rarangahia hei powhiri i te tau...

A lively story with stunning illustrations that reveals the tradition of Matariki. The Astromancer is looking for four new apprentices to learn about Matariki and the Maramataka calendar. She chooses three boys and an orphan girl, Aria, who will come only if she can bring her smelly dog. Aria, though, is bored by the lessons, and she doesn't want to...

This fascinating look at Matariki in New Zealand and around the world is now retold in te reo Māori. The Matariki constellation (or Pleiades) is known by many different names and is seen and celebrated by many cultures around the world. This beautifully illustrated book features 18 stories: 9 of which highlight the Māori Matariki stars, while the others reference...

The Māori mythology of the migration of the Polynesian people to New Zealand.

Words About Birds by Mike Howell is a sequel to Fur to Feathers & Taniwha & Taonga. This illustrated guide blends native birds with Māori whakataukī, encouraging young (and old) readers to observe, question, and connect with Aotearoa's environment. By combining science, language, and creativity, it turns birdwatching into a rich learning experience. Over thousands of years through sunshine and...

Behind dusty orange hills, where the sky stretches down to the sea, there’s a magical, wild, windy place called Te Mata Hapuku. Sam and Te Rerehua love to visit their Grandma and Poua at Te Mata Hapuku (also known as Birdling’s Flat). They enjoy listening to the stories, set against a backdrop of whipping wind, flashing torchlight, and the splash...

Te Rerehua and Sam know that nothing in nature is identical; not the eels, not the stones on the beach... not even the twin stars of Matariki, Ko Nga Whetu Takirua o Matariki: Ko Waiti Raua Ko Waita: one looks after fresh water and lakes, the other salt water – the ocean. When they notice Waiti is looking dim one...

Kia ora! Join hands with us and explore this country we call Aotearoa. Welcome to the shores of New Zealand, where you can be a Kiwi too! From the creator of Tawhirimatea A Song for Matariki comes a playful new singalong in English and Maori.

Join Sam and Te Rerehua as they prepare a Matariki feast! It’s the day before Matariki and a big feast has been prepared. Eeling took place months ago and Te Rerehua and Sam are excited to give thanks to Tupuanuku and Tupuarangi, the stars connected to food grown in and above the ground. But one night, those sneaky Patupaiarehe return...

A Aria me te Atua o te Kūmara is the gripping sequel to The Astromancer - translated into te reo Maori by Hēni Jacob. Koia tēnei, ko te paki whakaihiihi e whai mai ana i Te Kokorangi. Noho morearea ana nga ra ki tua - kua mauheretia a Te Kokorangi e te hoariri kino, e Ruatapu, waihoki, e matemate katoa...

Te Taiao is an extraordinary exploration of Māori environmental knowledge and its deep connections to the natural world. This beautifully illustrated book is a rich tapestry woven from the wisdom of Māori scholars and elders, who convey the traditional knowledge passed down through generations. It invites readers into a world where every element of nature—weather, birds, fish, trees, the sun,...

Rewi Romney is a bilingual story. Te reo Māori & English. Rewi Romney feels like the odd one out in the paddock of spring lambs. Follow his journey to make new friends.

He rakau iti a Taika e tahuri atu ana i ona whakaaro whakakino e tiaho muramura ai ia.

Te whitinga roa mai o te rā, te pakiki me te kore here i te taha o te moana... Ma tēnei pukapuka kua whakarakeitia ki ngā whakaahua waiwaia e toko ake ai te manaru o tētahi hararei raumati i Aotearoa. Also available in English: Sand in my Toes, Salt in my Nose Translation by Urupikia Minhinnick

Te Reo version of I Gaze up at the Trees, with Dirt on my Knees Te huhuatanga o ngai kirehe, me te mahi matatoa e noho pu ana i te puihi. Ka whakakipakipa tenei pukapuka miharo i te arotau ki te taiao me te matemate a-one ki te whenua. This wonderful book fosters a love of nature and our sense...

“Everything changes, tamariki mā,” says Grandma.“But the stars will always guide us.” Sam and Te Rerehua adore Te Mata Hāpuku, its wild winds, stony shores, and the treasures  he waves push onto the beach. But this Matariki feels different. Pōua is gone and the children miss him deeply. As they wait for the rising of the star cluster, Grandma teaches...

Every Friday night, the family has dinner with Grandma and Grandpa. They all join in making pizza, and over dinner, Grandpa often talks about the stars, especially around the time of Matariki. This is a heart-warming family story about togetherness, celebration, and coping with loss and change. Dinner with Grandpa by Gillian Torckler beautifully captures the essence of familial bonds...

It was deep mid-winter and all through the village preparations were being made to farewell the old year and greet the new. For the first time ever, the seventh little sister, Ururangi, was big enough to make her own celebration kite. But when the seven sisters take the finished kites to fly them, the east wind whips them all away...

Join Flit the fantail and his forest friends on a nighttime adventure, this time to capture a star shining brightly on the horizon. It is one of a cluster of nine stars and Flit is determined to explore! But when he gets lost, wise Ruru swoops down and Flit learns about Matariki stars and navigation. Discover the enchanting journey of...

From singer-songwriter June Pitman-Hayes comes this rousing and fortifying new waiata for Kiwi children from all backgrounds, celebrating the strength in community, with the focus from a child’s everyday viewpoint. This book features an accompanying CD of the heart-warming song, with its catchy, easy-to-learn melody, sung in English and Māori by June Pitman-Hayes, with harmonies by popular NZ entertainer, Pio...

A full-colour illustrated chapter book for readers 6 years plus that returns to the exciting magical world of the Astromancer! Will headstrong Aria manage the impossible climb up to the stars and free Te Kokorangi from Ruatapu's clutches before time runs out? Enter the exciting and dangerous world of the Astromancer... This epic magical adventure inspired by Māori mythology is...

Papatūānuku Has a Tummy Ache by A J Copping explores the concept of Papatūānuku, the Earth Mother in Māori creation stories. This Earth is where we live, where we grow our food, and from which we gain sustenance. However, as we continue to fill our landfills with toxic, non-biodegradable rubbish, her puku and friendly worms are all suffering. What can...

Peta Pukeko is a delightful tale about Peta, a young Pukeko who enjoys spending time by himself. Join him on his adventures as he transitions from an egg to a young adult. Throughout the story, Peta learns an important life lesson: sometimes it is safer to be together with others.

FANTASTIC FESTIVITIES, CRAZY CELEBRATIONS and HOLY HOLIDAYSFrom tomato-throwing parties to graveside picnics, fire-walking ceremonies, crying baby competitions and the biggest bathing festival on Earth - this book introduces you to some of the world's most incredible cultural and religious celebrations.Some festivals are outrageously fun and joyful, others are more serious. All of them bring people together to mark big events...

How can we celebrate Matariki? Let's look to the stars! Maumaharatia: Remembering our past Tiakina te taiao: Caring for our environment Te whakawhanaungatanga: Connecting with our people Me pēhea tātou e whakanui i a Matariki? Tirohia ngā whetū! Maumaharatia te onamata Tiakina te taiao Te whakawhanaungatanga ki ō tātou iwi Explore the nine stars of Matariki in rich, detailed imagery...

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 Māori new year are coming. A new addition to Scholastic's popular Matariki range, Te Kī Taurangi a Puanga: He pūrākau Matariki introduces readers...

Piece together this glow-in-the-dark puzzle to learn about the 9 stars of Matariki. Features: Watch the stars start to glow as you complete the puzzle! Perfect for young learners. 100 piece puzzle. Puzzle size: 50cm x 34cm.  Suitable for ages 4+.

Learn about the stars of Matariki and their meanings through this short story. Shine a bright light onto the pages as you read, turn the lights out and discover the secret glow. Size: 15cm W x 15cm H. Total pages: 18. Made from durable materials for long lasting learning.

Guided by the twinkling Matariki stars, Flit and his friends try to find their way home. With native NZ flora and fauna, some insight into Matariki, counting in te reo, and featuring the cutest of lead characters, this is a book that Kiwi kids will treasure. Māori edition also available, Ko Flit, te Tirairaka me te Mahere Matariki.

Where's Kiwi Celebrating? by Myles Lawford Kiwi’s a party animal! He’s all dressed up and ready to celebrate the wild and wonderful festivals and holidays of Aotearoa. Will Kiwi dance with fiery dragons, fly a Matariki kite, join a kapa haka show, or march in the Santa Parade? Can you spot Kiwi as he celebrates through the year? Don’t let...

This 3 in 1 card game is the perfect family friendly game that is both fun and educational. Learn about the different stars and their meanings while having some quality family time. Suitable for ages 3+ years

Can you feel it coming? The little Kiwi knows a special time of the year is almost here. But will she wake up her friends in time? Kei te rongo koe i tērā? Kei te mōhio te Kiwi paku kua tata mai te wā hira o te tau. Engari ka whakaoho moata ia i ōna hoa? The Little Kiwi's Matariki...

Kuwi & Friends - Ngā Whetū o Matariki - The Stars of Matariki A beautifully illustrated board book of first words for little ones. Each spread includes the name of one of the nine stars of Matariki, its placement in the night sky, and a colourful and detailed illustration highlighting the meaning behind each of the stars. A wonderful book...

In mid-winter, Matariki rises in the pre-dawn sky, and its observation is celebrated with incantations on hilltops at dawn, balls, exhibitions, dinners, and a vast number of events. The Matariki tradition has been re-established, and its regeneration coincides with a growing interest in Māori astronomy. However, there remain some unanswered questions about how Matariki was traditionally observed. Matariki by Rangi...