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Te Wai Tama and The Moon

Join Te Wai and Tama on a heartfelt and imaginative journey in Te Wai Tama and The Moon by Linda Tuhiwai Smith. While Te Wai’s mum is seriously ill and Tama’s mum struggles to make ends meet, the friends use their big imaginations to make each day brighter.

Planning a trip to the moon, they wait at the bus stop for their “spaceship,” sharing moments of kindness with everyone who passes by. That evening, Aunty Cherrie takes them in her little red ‘spaceship’ car to gaze at the stars, sharing how people’s spirits become stars when they pass. Through the story of Te Wai’s mum’s tangi, the children experience the love, care, and support of their whanau and community.

Why This Book Is a Must-Read:

Heartwarming story of friendship, imagination, and family support

Explores themes of illness, loss, and community care with sensitivity

Ideal for young readers navigating big emotions and life experiences

Beautifully written to engage children and families reading aloud

Experience a tender story where imagination, love, and cultural wisdom guide young hearts through life’s challenges.

Author: Linda Tuhiwai Smith
Format: Softcover
ISBN: 9781775506843
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