Te Pamu o Koro Meketanara (Old Macdonald's Farm Māori)

Sing along in te reo Māori with Te Pāmu o Koro Meketanara, a joyful reimagining of œOld Macdonald's Farm set in a vibrant Aotearoa landscape. This playful adaptation features Koro Meketanara and his lively farm full of extraordinary animals, all brought to life with Donovan Bixley's distinctive illustrations. With cheerful lyrics like œI a Koro Meketanara tÄ“tahi pāmu - TI-HAI-TI-HAI-HAU, the familiar rhythm and humour are preserved in this cultural celebration. Translated by respected linguist Ross Calman, the book introduces young readers to farm life vocabulary in te reo Māori while encouraging musical expression and participation. Donovan Bixley ONZM, with over 100 books published and numerous awards, adds his trademark energy and warmth to every page. From bestselling hits like Ngā Wira o te Pahi and Looky Book to this unique edition, Bixley continues to inspire learning through fun and meaningful storytelling.

Educational Benefits:

• Reinforces te reo Māori vocabulary through music and rhyme.
• Supports auditory and phonological awareness in early readers.
• Builds cultural identity through familiar songs in indigenous language.
• Enhances memory and sequencing through repetitive storytelling.

Classroom Ideas:

• Use the book during music sessions to sing along with Māori lyrics.
• Develop animal masks and perform a group rendition of the story.
• Explore farm themes in bilingual role-play centres.
• Encourage students to create their own Māori-language verses about animals.

Information:

• Ages: 0-5 years
• Format: Picture Book (te reo Māori edition)
• Translator: Ross Calman
• Author/Illustrator: Donovan Bixley ONZM