{"product_id":"taku-ikura-tuatahi-by-qiane-matata-sipu-9780473748753","title":"Taku Ikura Tuatahi","description":"A gentle and powerful story that reclaims the sacredness of a girl’s first ikura (period) through a Māori lens — celebrating connection, ceremony and whakapapa. Rooted in te ao Māori, My First Ikura and the reo Māori translation Taku Ikura Tuatahi is a beautifully illustrated children’s book that follows a young girl’s first period, guided by the support of her whānau.\n\nMore than a story of physical change, it celebrates womanhood as a sacred rite of passage. First of its kind in Aotearoa: Addresses first menstruation through a Māori cultural framework. Culturally affirming: Emphasises ceremony, family support and ancestral wisdom – also includes a specially written karakia for families to learn together. \n\nBeautifully produced: With premium finishes and lush, full-colour illustrations using traditional earth pigments (kōkōwai). Created by recognised Māori creatives: Builds trust and demand from readers seeking authentic\nIndigenous voices. \n\nEducation-friendly: Supports conversations in kura, classrooms and at home about periods,\nwellbeing and identity. Highly giftable: Ideal for Christmas, birthdays, rites of passage or special occasions.\nHigh-impact design: Shelf-ready, standout visual appeal for displays and front-of-store features.","brand":"David Bateman Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46837015609580,"sku":"9780473748753","price":27.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780473748753.jpg?v=1758589632","url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/products\/taku-ikura-tuatahi-by-qiane-matata-sipu-9780473748753","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}