Te Reo Māori Kowhai Fiction Se

The Flying Start Te Reo Māori Kowhai Fiction Set offers a culturally rich collection of eight titles adapted into the Māori language, encouraging literacy development within an indigenous context. Titles include: Pockets Pukoro, Rainbow Balloons Nga Momo Makawe, Slow Down!  Kia Paturi, Te Haere, Charlie's Boat Te Waka a Tiare, Shadows Atarangi, and The Weather Report Te Matapae Huarere. These stories focus on everyday experiences, emotions, family, nature, and discovery, making them ideal for both language immersion and bilingual education. They support vocabulary acquisition, cultural identity, and early fluency in Te Reo Māori.

Educational Benefits

• Strengthens early reading through bilingual exposure
• Encourages appreciation of Māori culture and language
• Develops sentence structure and vocabulary in a second language
• Fosters cultural inclusion and storytelling traditions

Classroom Ideas

• Use alongside English versions for dual-language comparisons
• Create themed art or role play linked to story content
• Introduce basic Te Reo Māori vocabulary with flashcards
• Engage in discussions around values and themes in each story

Safety & Information

• Recommended Age: 4+ years
• Book Size: 210 x 160mm
• Safety Info: Durable binding, safe finishes for classroom use