Kuwi & Friends Maori Picture Dictionary

The Kuwi and Friends Maori Picture Dictionary (He Papakupu Whakaahua) is a fun, easy-to-use resource for those wanting to discover, learn and use everyday words in te reo Maori (native language of New Zealand). The illustrations are designed to help with comprehension, particularly for younger learners. Visual cues can assist with retention of language, to recall spoken and written words.

A hard-cover book with 68 fully illustrated pages, in a large format (265 x 345mm), in vibrant full colour, with over 1000 te reo Maori words, translated into English. Embedded with gorgeous Kuwi the kiwi (and friends) illustrations. A portion from each purchase is donated to Kiwis for Kiwi.

Designed for everyday use, in the whanau (family), kura (school) and for all New Zealanders. Ages 0-100.

English Text and Illustration by Kat Quin
Te Reo M?ori Translation by Pania Papa

Na Kat Quin nga tuhinga reo Pakeha me nga whakaahua
Na Pania Papa nga whakamaoritanga

WINNER - 2021 Storylines Notable Book Award - Te Reo Maori
WINNER - 2021 Storylines Notable Book Award - Non-fiction
WINNER - Publishers Association (PANZ) Book Design Awards 2021
FINALIST - 2020 Elsie Locke Award for Non-Fiction - New Zealand Book Awards for Children & Young Adults