Celebrate the Māori New Year with this beloved New Zealand classic! The Seven Kites of Matariki (by Calico McClintock and Dominique Ford) is a beautiful story that captures the spirit of the season through the ancient tradition of kite flying (manu tukutuku).
Seven sisters decide to make something special to honor the coming year. They craft seven magnificent kites and fly them high into the night sky—so high, in fact, that the wind carries them up to stay. This enchanting tale serves as a perfect introduction to the Matariki cluster, explaining why we look to the stars for reflection, celebration, and new beginnings.
A Modern Classic: One of New Zealand's most popular picture books for the Matariki season.
Themes of Whānau: A heartwarming story about family, teamwork, and the importance of tradition.
Captivating Illustrations: Rich, atmospheric artwork that perfectly evokes the crisp, clear nights of an Aotearoa winter.
Educational Foundation: Ideal for teaching children the names of the seven visible stars in the cluster and the significance of flying kites to get closer to the heavens.
Ages: 3+
Celebrate the Māori New Year with this beloved New Zealand classic! The Seven Kites of Matariki (by Calico McClintock and Dominique Ford) is a beautiful story that captures the spirit of the season through the ancient tradition of kite flying (manu tukutuku).
Seven sisters decide to make something special to honor the coming year. They craft seven magnificent kites and fly them high into the night sky—so high, in fact, that the wind carries them up to stay. This enchanting tale serves as a perfect introduction to the Matariki cluster, explaining why we look to the stars for reflection, celebration, and new beginnings.
A Modern Classic: One of New Zealand's most popular picture books for the Matariki season.
Themes of Whānau: A heartwarming story about family, teamwork, and the importance of tradition.
Captivating Illustrations: Rich, atmospheric artwork that perfectly evokes the crisp, clear nights of an Aotearoa winter.
Educational Foundation: Ideal for teaching children the names of the seven visible stars in the cluster and the significance of flying kites to get closer to the heavens.
Ages: 3+
