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Aria and the Kumara Gods
Witi Ihimaera Isobel Joy Te Aho-White
A full-colour illustrated chapter book that returns to the exciting magical world of the Astromancer! Will headstrong Ariā manage the impossible climb up to the stars and free Te Kōkōrangi from Ruatapu's clutches before time runs out?$25.00 Each -
The New Zealand Aotearoa map is a beautifully designed and easy to read wall map. It features a detailed road network and quick-find locality index making it ideal for your home, travel planning or business use. The World & Flags Wall Map is a laminated world political Pacific-centred map with 195 named flags of the world arranged above and below the map. The mapping has relief shading to accurately depict each country and ocean’s topography, and includes the International Date Line. Hema’s World & Flags map is perfect as either an educational tool, a reference point or for decoration.$39.95 Each
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The Incredible Insects of Aotearoa
by Phil Sirvid and Simon Pollard
What do you call a grasshopper dressed as a gladiator? Why are sandfly bites so itchy? What links insects and Māori whakairo (carving)? How does a glow worm glow? Why does this book include sorcerers, vampires and dragons? What makes insects in Aotearoa so special? From our backyards to high in the mountains, through forests, along coastlines, and in the darkness of caves, award-winning science writer Simon Pollard and Te Papa insect expert Phil Sirvid answer these questions and more. Share in the secrets and marvels of our natural world through stunning close-up photographs, mātauranga Māori, insightful explanations, and meet-the-expert profiles.$35.00 Each -
New Zealand's Night Sky
by the Stardome Observatory Planetarium
When you look up at the stars in the night sky it can be easy to think of them as lights glowing on a large dark ceiling. Can you identify the brightest stars and planets? Do you know which constellations are visible right now, and what their stories are? New Zealand's Night Sky by the Stardome Observatory and Planetarium guides you through our southern hemisphere night sky with two detailed star maps which glow in the dark, allowing you to view them outdoors at night. The guide also provides a detailed list of the constellations with useful images and descriptions.$15.95 Each -
A comprehensive handbook to the planets, stars and constellations visible from the southern hemisphere. 6 pages for each month covering January & December 2025.$24.95 Each
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The New Zealand Night Sky
by Alistair Hughes
Explore the constellations, planets and galaxies above us while learning more about Māori astronomy and the inspiring New Zealanders who have made famous discoveries about the exploration of space. Looking up, young astronomers will begin their journey to the stars with The New Zealand Night Sky.$27.95 Each -
The Astromancer
Witi Ihimaera Isobel Joy Te Aho-White
A lively story with stunning illustrations that reveals the tradition of Matariki.$25.00 Each -
Twinkle Twinkle Matariki
by Rebecca Larsen
Pukeko, Kiwi and Hoiho want to fly very high. Join them as they blast off to explore the nine stars of Matariki"$23.95 Each -
Kuwi & Friends Nga Whetu o Matariki
by Kat Quin
A beautifully illustrated board book of first words for little ones. Each spread includes the name of one of the nine stars of Matariki, its placement in the night sky and a colorful and detailed illustration highlighting the meaning behind each of the stars. A wonderful book to introduce and celebrate Matariki, while building vocabulary. Drawn from the multi-award-winning Kuwi & Friends Māori Picture Dictionary, and He Puka Ngohe, and collated into bite sized pukapuka. A stunning matte laminated robust book with rounded corners, for durability and longevity. Perfect to learn and share with tamariki in the home or in the classroom.$19.95 Each -
The Lost Words
by Kimberley Kearney
Weaving a beautiful narrative of heritage, culture and the enduring strength of family bonds, The Lost Words is a daughter's account of her mother's journey through the rich tapestry of te reo Māori$21.95 Each -
One Fold at a Time Origami
by Paul Jackson
Super simple origami models from an experienced paper folding instructor!$34.95 Each -
Ko Lisa Carrington me te Toa Whakaihuwaka
by Lisa Carrington
The story of a LEGEND: Lisa Carrington.$27.00 Each