Taniwha

In an incredible follow-on from his other recently successful hardcover books - 'Aotearoa', 'Atua', 'Wildlife' and 'Patu' - Gavin Bishop brings us 'Taniwha'. This beautifully illustrated book shares the purakau/legends of taniwha from a range of iwi across Aotearoa. They explain how parts of our landscape were formed, delve into astonishing stories of how taniwha and humans supported each other, and the terrifying legends often attached to these creatures.

Teachers could easily use this book to support an extension of a turangawaewae inquiry; legends related to the specific area you're in. This is well-supported by the previously mentioned books, also by Gavin Bishop. 'Taniwha' is also the perfect springboard to a fantastic writing project on mythical or supernatural creatures. What better way to explore similarities and differences between cultures, than by starting with the legendary taniwha of Aotearoa?

This book hosts endless opportunities for use in a classroom and is highly recommended to be added to your personal or school library.