Description
The colossal squid has been the most popular exhibit at Te Papa since it arrived there in 2007. Now this appealing book for young readers tells the fascinating story of these creatures from the deep, through sparkling and informative text and amazing illustrations. A must-have natural history book for young readers and their whanau and teachers.
* Another high quality children's book from Te Papa Press * The amazing giant squid is Te Papa's most popular natural history exhibit * Shares valuable knowledge about our marine world * Promotes understanding of matauranga Maori * An ideal education resource. Content includes Antarctica; sperm-whales, toothfish, leopard seals and other marine creatures; scientists and early explorers in Antarctica; facts about cephalopods, New Zealand encounters, conservation issues * Engaging and rich design * Three double gate folds * Young readers will love the illustration style and modern-day language
About the Author
Victoria Cleal has been a writer and editor at Te Papa for nearly five years, most recently working on the Nature | Te Taiao exhibition and several stories for the children's TV series He Paki Taonga and its associated book. Isobel Joy Te Aho-White (Ngati Kahungungu ki te Wairoa, Rongomaiwahine, Ngai Tahu, Ngati Irakehu) is a graphic artist with a diploma in Visual Arts (UCOL) and a Bachelor of Design (Hons) majoring in illustration from Massey University She illustrated several of the stories for the children's TV series He Paki Taonga and its associated book.
Reviews
'Whiti: Colossal Squid of the Deep is a fantastic exploration of this incredible creature that has fascinated so many people. The format of the book, with small chunks of information, a conversational text and stunning illustrations make this a nonfiction book for readers of all ages... a must-have for all school libraries and would make a wonderful gift for any children who are fascinated with wildlife. It is one of the best New Zealand nonfiction books for children this year.' - My Best Friends are Books; 'What a magnificent resource this book is.'- NZ Poetry Box; With its entertaining yet informative text, clean design and skilful, mesmerising illustrations (complete with fold-outs of underwater scenes) Whiti is an excellent addition to the cluster - in fact, it's a masterclass in how to do it right. 'The prose is engaging right from the outset, speaking directly to the reader, putting them in the driving seat by pretending they've travelled down to chilly Antarctica to specifically to spot a colossal squid' - NZ Booklovers
Awards
Winner of Best Children's Book for the 2021 Whitley Awards for zoological literature 2021.
Book Information
ISBN 9780995133808
Author Victoria Cleal
Format Hardback
Page Count 32
Imprint Te Papa Press
Publisher Te Papa Press
Weight(grams) 300g
* Another high quality children's book from Te Papa Press * The amazing giant squid is Te Papa's most popular natural history exhibit * Shares valuable knowledge about our marine world * Promotes understanding of matauranga Maori * An ideal education resource. Content includes Antarctica; sperm-whales, toothfish, leopard seals and other marine creatures; scientists and early explorers in Antarctica; facts about cephalopods, New Zealand encounters, conservation issues * Engaging and rich design * Three double gate folds * Young readers will love the illustration style and modern-day language
About the Author
Victoria Cleal has been a writer and editor at Te Papa for nearly five years, most recently working on the Nature | Te Taiao exhibition and several stories for the children's TV series He Paki Taonga and its associated book. Isobel Joy Te Aho-White (Ngati Kahungungu ki te Wairoa, Rongomaiwahine, Ngai Tahu, Ngati Irakehu) is a graphic artist with a diploma in Visual Arts (UCOL) and a Bachelor of Design (Hons) majoring in illustration from Massey University She illustrated several of the stories for the children's TV series He Paki Taonga and its associated book.
Reviews
'Whiti: Colossal Squid of the Deep is a fantastic exploration of this incredible creature that has fascinated so many people. The format of the book, with small chunks of information, a conversational text and stunning illustrations make this a nonfiction book for readers of all ages... a must-have for all school libraries and would make a wonderful gift for any children who are fascinated with wildlife. It is one of the best New Zealand nonfiction books for children this year.' - My Best Friends are Books; 'What a magnificent resource this book is.'- NZ Poetry Box; With its entertaining yet informative text, clean design and skilful, mesmerising illustrations (complete with fold-outs of underwater scenes) Whiti is an excellent addition to the cluster - in fact, it's a masterclass in how to do it right. 'The prose is engaging right from the outset, speaking directly to the reader, putting them in the driving seat by pretending they've travelled down to chilly Antarctica to specifically to spot a colossal squid' - NZ Booklovers
Awards
Winner of Best Children's Book for the 2021 Whitley Awards for zoological literature 2021.
Book Information
ISBN 9780995133808
Author Victoria Cleal
Format Hardback
Page Count 32
Imprint Te Papa Press
Publisher Te Papa Press
Weight(grams) 300g
