Description

Taniwha – English And Te Reo Māori

Nobody knows the shape of its nose
the cast of his toes
the cut of his clothes
nobody knows just how far his tail goes!

What does the Taniwha look like? He pēhea te āhua nei o te Taniwha rā?

The Taniwha is New Zealand’s best known and most loved mythological creature…

But what do they look like?

Poet Mike Johnson and artist Jenn Rackham come together to explore this great mystery.

To be read aloud for pleasure, or used as an early reader, Taniwha will delight both young and old.

 

Features:

• Measures 210mm x 295mm
• Suitable for ages 3+
• Written by Mike Johnson
• Illustrate by Jenn Rackham

 

About the author – Mike Johnson

Mike Johnson is a writer who lives on Waiheke Island. He teaches creative writing at AUT University and tries to keep up with his four children.

About the Illustrator – Jenn Rackham

Find out more about Auckland author and illustrator Jenn (Jennifer) Rackham on her author profile.

 

If you love New Zealand books for kids, check out the Kiwi Critters range and also the Tractor Dave range.