The Twin Stars of Matariki Waiti & Waita

WRITTEN BY: Miriama Kamo. Miriama is an award-winning journalist born in Christchurch, New Zealand. This is her follow-on story from best-selling book The Stolen Stars of Matariki 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

BOOOOM go the crashing waves beneath the shining star of Waita. Shhhh, the still water of the lake is dark. Why is Waiti not shining brightly tonight? When Grandma and Poua take the children eeling one magical Matariki night, they discover Waiti is struggling. What can they do to help save the freshwater lake?