The Battle of Kupe and Te Wheke: A Mori Tale

Build your childs reading confidence at home with books at the right level Find out all about how New Zealand was made in this traditional Mori creation story. As the heroic Kupe and mythical octopus, Te Wheke, battle it out on the open seas, its impossible to tell wholl be victorious. As the drama builds in this legend of good over evil, a new land is created, and the fascinating ancient Mori culture is explored. Topaz/Band 13 books offer longer and more demanding reads for children to investigate and evaluate. Text type: A traditional tale from another culture Curriculum links: English: fairy stories, myths and legends; books from other cultures and traditions This book has been quizzed for Accelerated Reader.