Waiwhero: He Whakahirahiratanga o te Ira Wahine: A Celebration of Womanhood is based on Te Awa Atua but has been written specifically for whanau, rangatahi, the education and health sectors. Waiwhero is also bilingual, having been translated by the wonderful Sean Ellison, making it a great reo and kaupapa Māori sexual health resource. Regan Balzer has also illustrated the book and provided beautiful paintings of the cosmological origin stories for menstruation. Bi-lingual edition

Bind: paperback

Pages: 42

Dimensions: 200 x 280 mm

Mike Beveridge's poems return us to a time when poems had rhyme and rhythm (they are, in short, Poems For Remembering), while at the same time being wholly modern in their scope and points of reference. And New Zealand is a constant presence...

Bind: paperback

Pages: 146

Dimensions: 160 x 235 mm

Publication Date: 12-11-2022

This Baby Book is created with love for recording the first memories of a new baby's life - from the moment the parents found out the exciting news to the very first birthday. Book pages include: My parents Before I arrived Baby Shower My Birth Story Welcome Home My Milestones Months 1-12 and many more

Bind: hardback

Pages: 50

Dimensions: 210 x 255 mm

Publication Date: 01-12-2022

Designed specifically for newborn to 9 months of age, My Flash Cards are 25 individually designed bold high-contrast patterns on durable 360gsm card to use with your baby to: Stimulate visual development; Ignite curiosity; build brain cel connections; facilitate dept perception; encourage early motor skills. They are perfect for making tummy time enjoyable and different every day!

Bind: stationery

Pages: 25

Dimensions: 108 x 150 mm

Designed for babies and toddlers this fun pack of Alphabet focused flash cards entice and engage your babies into early learning. The My Alphabet Flash Cards features the whole alphabet with 26 A-Z bold high-contrast designs on durable glossy 360gsm to use with your babies & toddlers to: Stimulate visual development; Ignite curiosity; build brain cel connections; promote early letter recognition; encourage word association; and enhance language development.

Bind: stationery

Pages: 26

Dimensions: 108 x 150 mm

Flying pots. Exploding cakes. Weird recipes and a terrifying rubbish bin. Life in Mina Cucina's kitchen in never dull. Join Spaghetti Giraffe and his quirky friends in all their fun-filled adventures, in this special three-book set.

Bind: paperback

Dimensions: 130 x 160 mm

INCLUDED IN BOX: 8 Double-Sided Game Cards 48 Calling Cards + Cotton Bag 200 Counters + Cotton Bag Kuwi & Friends WHAREWHARE (BINGO) is a whānau friendly kēmu/game packed with Māori and English words, for hours of learning and fun. Featuring a range of engaging illustrations and kupu (words) from the award-winning Kuwi & Friends Māori Picture Dictionary - He Papakupu Whakaahua. Visual cues can assist with retention of language, to help recall spoken and written words. Cover each item on your card as it's called, and be the first to shout WHAREWHARE! Nā Kat Quin ngā tuhinga reo Pākehā me ngā whakaahua Nā Pānia Papa ngā whakamāoritanga Te Taumata 1 (Beginner Level). Ages 4 - 100.

Bind: stationery

Dimensions: 22.5 x 22.5 mm

Whether you're a seasoned globetrotter planning your next trip, a curious armchair traveler dreaming up a future destination, or just a lover of all things Japanese, this photographic journey will fulfill your fantasies and spark new desires. The beauty and complexity of Japan's ancient culture, futuristic cities, serene landscapes, and frenetic pace are captured in this book of stunning photography. Here tradition and modernity, precision and wabi sabi, geishas and samurai, tea ceremonies and pachinko parlors mix and commingle, a true representation of this land of fascinating contrasts and enduring culture. The lush, full-color images are organized into six broad themes-Metropolis, Nature, Costume, Sacred, Ritual, and Aesthetics-each featuring locations and points of view that are often inaccessible to outsiders. Insightful essays add depth and perspective from longtime expats who now call the country home. The result is an engrossing unusual visual journey through the Land of the Rising Sun that will linger in the reader's memory long after the book's cover is closed.

Bind: hardback

Pages: 320

Dimensions: 298 x 381 mm

Publication Date: 01-12-2022

qual parts beer journalism, history book, and travelogue, this second edition provides an in-depth look at the legendary breweries of Trappist monks, complete with vibrant images and updated information. Now in its second edition, Trappist Beer Travels takes readers inside monastery walls for an in-depth look at the legendary breweries of Trappist monks, sharing histories of each abbey, information on their brewing traditions, details about the lives of the monks, and helpful travel tips. From the expansive production facilities at Chimay, to the coveted gates of Westvleteren, to the ancient sun-baked walls of Rome's Tre Fontane, join three American beer writers as they travel the globe gaining rare access to the world's authentic Trappist breweries. This updated and expanded edition includes vibrant new and historical photographs and original artwork, as well as a brand-new chapter focused on the latest brothers to take up the craft of brewing, the monks of England's Mount Saint Bernard Abbey. Breweries spotlighted: . Orval (Belgium) . La Trappe (the Netherlands) . Rochefort (Belgium) . Chimay (Belgium) . Westvleteren (Belgium) . Westmalle (Belgium) . Zundert (the Netherlands) . Stift Engelszell (Austria) . Tre Fontane (Italy) . Mount Saint Bernard (England) . Spencer (Massachusetts, United States) . Achel (Belgium) AUTHORS: A shared love of beer has taken authors Caroline Wallace, Sarah Wood, and Jessica Deahl from the United States to Belgium, the Netherlands, Austria, Italy, and the UK to visit the world's authentic Trappist monastery breweries. SELLING POINTS: . Updated second edition offering a behind-the-scenes, in-depth look at the breweries of Trappist monks . Abbey histories, beer profiles, and travel tips for England, Belgium, Italy, Netherlands, Austria, and the US . First American book covering all Trappist breweries, including Mount Saint Bernard, the newest abbey brewing 268 colour and b/w images, 14 charts and drawings

Bind: hardback

Pages: 256

Dimensions: 177 x 228 mm

Publication Date: 28-02-2023

Silk! Just the word invokes intrigue and fantasies of lavish mounds of richly hued fabrics. The journey of metamorphosis from caterpillar to silken luxury is miraculous. Textile artist Karen Selk delves into the amazing world of wild silk and the Indigenous people of India who raise the wild silkworms. You'll be drawn into the captivating world of a unique living culture that has been engaged in a sustainable industry for generations. Photos and anecdotes captured from weavers, spinners, and silkworm farmers transport you into their homes and villages to get an up-close look at the intimate connection to the skill, dedication, and specialized tools and techniques the artisans use to transform cocoons into yarn and luxurious fabrics. This little-known industry not only provides us with resplendent cloth but improves our environment and provides a sustainable income, allowing families and communities to stay together while preserving a way of life.

Bind: hardback

Pages: 240

Dimensions: 215 x 279 mm

Publication Date: 10-01-2023