Author(s): Miriama Kamo, Dr Matamua

NZ Children & Young Adult Fiction

A fascinating look at Matariki in New Zealand and around the world. The Matariki constellation (or Pleiades) is known by many different names and is seen and celebrated by many cultures around the world. This beautifully illustrated book features 9 stories that explore the Māori Matariki stars, and 12 stories from different cultures around the globe that also reference this constellation, from the Pacific Islands to Australia, Asia, the Americas, Europe and Africa.

This beautifully illustrated collection of Matariki stories is a resource to treasure in homes, schools and libraries across Aotearoa New Zealand and the wider world.