Connects tamariki to te taiao
The book encourages young readers to engage with nature through sensory activities and practical exercises, fostering a deeper connection to the environment.
Ages 8+
Family of Forest and Fungi: He Tukutuku Toiora
$28.99
Description
Family of Forest & Fungi – He Tukutuku Toiora by Valetta Sówka, illustrated by Isobel Joy Te Aho-White, is a beautifully crafted children’s book that invites tamariki into the hidden world of fungi in Aotearoa’s forests. Through engaging storytelling and vibrant watercolour illustrations, children explore the vital role fungi play in nature, from glowing mushrooms to the wisdom of Māori experts.
The book seamlessly integrates te reo and mātauranga Māori and offers hands-on activities like making spore prints, crafting mushroom ink, and even growing your own mushrooms at home. It’s a perfect resource for fostering a deep, sensory connection to te taiao (the natural world) and encouraging environmental stewardship.
Educator Approved
Integrates te reo Māori
With te reo Māori vocabulary related to the natural world, children learn and use the language in the context of their surroundings.
Promotes environmental stewardship
Through activities and storytelling, the book instills values of kaitiakitanga (guardianship) and respect for the natural world, inspiring children to become active participants in conservation.
Details
- Paperback
- Author: Valetta Sowka, Isobel Te Aho-White, Hana Park
- Publisher: Blue Hand Publications, 2023
- Pages: 52
- Book dimensions: 297mm x 210mm
- ISBN: 9781738588619
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