{"product_id":"riwia-me-te-matai-arorangi-linda-tuhiwai-smith","title":"Riwia me te Matai Arorangi | Te Reo Māori Edition | Linda Tuhiwai Smith","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRiwia me te Mātai Arorangi – A Journey of Family, Loss, and Belonging\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWritten By:\u003c\/strong\u003e Linda Tuhiwai Smith\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated By:\u003c\/strong\u003e Isobel Joy Te Aho-White\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout the Book\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the full \u003cstrong\u003ete reo Māori edition\u003c\/strong\u003e of Riwia and the Stargazer. Since he was born, Riwia's baby brother, Tawa, has been in Auckland Hospital, and his family has come to stay in Auckland. While Riwia goes to school and Dad works as a cook, Mum stays with Tawa. Their Aunty Sue's house is full, and renting is expensive, so Riwia and her parents live in a van, the Stargazer, in the park. Sometimes it's scary at night when people shout at them, but the weekend is good — they go to Aunty Sue's, Dad cooks a boil-up, and they all have a shower. But Tawa is getting sicker, and he dies. The family travels back to Te Teko, taking Tawa to the marae for his tangi and burial. Riwia learns about the journey Tawa's spirit will make to farewell Aotearoa and join the \u003cstrong\u003ewaka of stars\u003c\/strong\u003e that gathers the spirits of the dead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Inside\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA picture book, told entirely in te reo Māori\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeautifully illustrated, with the same artwork as the English-language edition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA gentle, honest story about family, hardship, grief, and the journey a loved one's spirit takes after death\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for whānau, kura, and reo Māori learners of all ages wanting a full te reo Māori story to share — and for children navigating the loss of a sibling or facing family hardship, alongside the parents, caregivers, teachers, and counsellors supporting them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLinda Tuhiwai Smith (Ngāti Awa, Ngāti Porou) is Distinguished Professor at Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi. She is a leading scholar and researcher in indigenous studies, indigenous education, and kaupapa Māori research, and has written extensively in this field. She was made a Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit in 2013 for her services to Māori and education.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout the Illustrator\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIsobel Joy Te Aho-White (Ngāti Kahungunu, Ngāi Tahu) is a freelance graphic artist and illustrator. She studied design at the Whanganui School of Design and Massey University, and works across both digital and traditional media. Isobel specialises in symbolism and metaphor, with work influenced by mythology, folk tales, botanical illustration, and life experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePublisher\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHuia Publishers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDisclaimer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe information provided at inspiremeonline.co.nz, including AI-assisted product descriptions, is for educational and informational purposes only. Metaphysical properties reflect traditional folklore and widely-shared belief rather than scientific or medical claims and are complementary practices and not a replacement for medical treatment or professional care. Always consult a qualified health professional for medical concerns.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Inspire Me Online","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54225107058998,"sku":"1536","price":22.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0075\/0872\/1735\/files\/Riwia_me_te_Matai_Arorangi_Te_Reo_M_ori_Edition_Linda_Tuhiwai_Smith.jpg?v=1784222904","url":"https:\/\/inspiremeonline.co.nz\/products\/riwia-me-te-matai-arorangi-linda-tuhiwai-smith","provider":"Inspire Me Online","version":"1.0","type":"link"}