Author(s): Norah Wilson, Kimberley Andrews, Pānia Papa

Picture Books

Rapeti's friends are having fun at the swimming hole, but Rapeti is too afraid to get in the water. Can Mum help? Can little rabbit be brave enough? These bilingual books with very simple text offer an accessible introduction to basic reo Maori vocabulary for young readers and their whanau. Kimberly Andrews soft watercolour illustrations are delightful, capturing the lovely relationship between Rabbit, his mother and his friends. With themes of determination, individuality, self-belief and exploration.