Te Ara a Kiwa

Down at the bottom of Te Waipounamu lies Te Ara a Kiwa (Foveaux Strait), a place of legend, industry and community. Written by Bubba Thompson and Michael Stevens and translated by Paulette Tamati-Elliffe, this book represents a way for tamariki both locally and nationwide to learn and understand local purakau and place names associated with Te Ara a Kiwa. More importantly, Te Ara a Kiwa teaches Kai Tahu tamariki the incredible stories that can be found in our very own backyard.

Written in both English and Te Reo Māori, this is an excellent educational resource that not only celebrates Te Reo Maori but allows teachers to confidently lead their students in learning more about the Kai Tahu purakau associated with Te Ara a Kiwa.