How to Bee
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A story about family, loyalty, kindness and bravery, set against an all-too-possible future where climate change has forever changed the way we live. (Allen&Unwin)
Read an excerpt of the story which sets the scene. Need more convincing then read this review.
Shortlisted for the 2018 NZ Book Awards for Children and Young Adults.
Dawn Raid
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Like many 13-year-old girls, Sofia's main worries are how she can earn enough pocket money to buy the groovy go-go boots that are all the rage, and if she will die of embarrassment giving a speech she has to do for school! It comes as a surprise to Sofia and her family when her big brother, Lenny, talks about protests, overstayers and injustices against Pacific Islanders. (Back cover)
Read an excerpt here. Then read the book and learn about this appalling period in New Zealand's history.
Read an excerpt here. Then read the book and learn about this appalling period in New Zealand's history.
Shortlisted for the 2018 NZ Book Awards for Children and Young Adults.
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