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Maui Sun Catcher – Tim Tipene

In this lively modern retelling of the beloved myth, Maui appears as a schoolboy living with his mother and four older brothers in the city, where the days are never long enough. Determined to help, Maui declares: “Mum, I’m gonna catch that Sun for you.” Armed with a woven flax net, the brothers set out on their bold mission—to slow the Sun and give their whanau more time in the day.

Maui Sun Catcher brings one of Aotearoa’s most famous legends into the 21st century, told with warmth, humour, and contemporary flair. This bilingual edition, in both English and te reo Maori, is the first in the international Indigenous Voices series, celebrating stories that connect culture, language, and community for a new generation of readers.

Key Features:

A modern bilingual retelling of the classic Maui and the Sun story

Text in both English and te reo Maori

Colourful, engaging illustrations bring the tale into a contemporary city setting

Part of the international Indigenous Voices series

Perfect for children, families, and schools

Author: Tim Tipene
Format: Soft Cover
ISBN: 9781990042324
Ideal For: Children, families, educators, and readers interested in Maori mythology, bilingual stories, and contemporary cultural retellings

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