Stolen Stars of Matariki - Nga Whetu Matariki i Whanakotia

WRITTEN BY: Miriama Kamo. Miriama is an award-winning journalist born in Christchurch, New Zealand. She is also an author of children's books. This is her debut story inspired by childhood memories. Hauntingly beautiful.

ILLUSTRATED BY: Zak Waipara. Zak is a family friend and a notable artist bringing the story to life with his wonderful illustrations.

AGE: 3+

STORY OUTINE

When Grandma and Poua take the children eeling one magical and wild starry night, they discover two stars missing from the Matariki cluster. Have the patupaiarehe been up to mischief again?