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Hakaraia, Libby, 1968-
Subjects
New Year -- New Zealand -- Juvenile literature.
Astronomy, Māori -- Juvenile literature.
Māori (New Zealand people) -- Rites and ceremonies -- Juvenile literature.
Māori (New Zealand people) -- Folklore.
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Hakaraia, Libby, 1968-
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Celebrating Matariki...
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Celebrating Matariki / Libby Hakaraia.
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Hakaraia, Libby, 1968-
Auckland [N.Z.] : Reed, 2006.
Subjects
New Year -- New Zealand -- Juvenile literature.
Astronomy, Māori -- Juvenile literature.
Māori (New Zealand people) -- Rites and ceremonies -- Juvenile literature.
Māori (New Zealand people) -- Folklore.
ISBN:
9781869484439 (pbk.)
1869484436 (pbk.)
Description:
31 p. : ill. (chiefly col.) ; 19 x 23 cm. + 1 sound disc (13 min., 41 sec. : digital ; 4 3/4 in.)
Contents:
Matariki : the constellation -- What is Matariki? -- The story of Matariki -- Constellations and star charts -- How to see Matariki -- The Māori calendar and crop growing -- Matariki and the gathering of birds -- Matariki and fishing -- The Māori New Year = Te Tau Hou -- Some ways to celebrate Matariki -- Matariki kites.
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Learn about Matariki, a constellation of stars that have been known to Māori for hundred of years. It marks the beginning of the Māori New Year, and is a time for celebration, the planting of new crops, feasting and reflection. Includes related activities. Sound disc includes one story and four songs. Suggested level: primary, intermediate.
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Kailua-Kona Public Library
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