Let's Go, Kowhāi Trees
Let’s Go, Kōwhai Trees is a gentle, poetic picture-book about two kōwhai seeds, Rua and Tahi, who grow side by side on a small island, discovering that difference is not a weakness but a strength.
Through sunshine and drought, doubt and hope, the story weaves Māori worldview, nature’s cycles, and themes of belonging, resilience, and care for Papatūānuku together.
Guided by Hine-Raumati and rooted in whakapapa and kaitiakitanga, the kōwhai trees learn to share, support one another, and give back to the land and its creatures.
Rich in rhythm and warmth, this story celebrates that whether we grow tall or stay small, there is room for all of us to flourish together in nature.
A 13-page illustrated picture book rooted in te ao Māori, Let’s Go, Kōwhai Trees follows two kōwhai seeds growing side by side as they discover strength in difference. Through gentle rhythm and nature’s cycles, the story explores belonging, resilience, and care for Papatūānuku, celebrating how all living things flourish when they grow together.