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Tokelau Heroes
$14.95 – $29.95 + GST
Tokelau Heroes tells the inspirational stories of achievers who have Tokelauan ancestry. It includes legends like Hina, Kalokalo-o-te-la and Moa; historical figures such as Foua Toloa, Ihaia Puka and Nua Mamoe; and contemporary heroes like Fuli Pereira-Evans, Iaheto Ah Hi and Opetaia Foa’i. The book is written to inspire young Tokelauans, to encourage reading and promote literacy. The book is illustrated by Tokelauan-Samoan artist, Mose Viliamu. Tokelau Heroes is the fifth book in the Pasifika Heroes series. It follows We Are the Rock (Niuean), Samoan Heroes, Tongan Heroes and Cook Islands Heroes.

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Nathan Nukunuku
$9.95 + GST
Reading All Stars: Nathan Nukunuku tells the incredible story of one of the most successful softballers the world has ever seen. Award winning writer and teacher David Riley wrote Nathan Nukunuku to show young people that the road to achievement has many obstacles. But you will get there with determination and passion.

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Roman Reigns
$9.95 – $22.95 + GST
Reading All Stars: Roman Reigns tells the inspirational story of one man’s struggle to find success in life, while at the same time battling cancer. Award winning writer and teacher David Riley wrote Roman Reigns to inspire young people to believe in themselves … and to keep going, “even when life throws you a curveball.” (Roman Reigns)

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Roman Reigns
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Fanene Peter Maivia – O le Atali’i o Samoa
$9.95 – $24.95 + GST
Fānene Peter Maivia – O le Atali’i o Samoa, o se tala ofoofogia e fa’atatau i se ali’i Polenisia na avea ma tama ta’uta’ua i le fa’āgatama o le pi’i fa’apolōfesa. O le olaga o Fānene na amata mai i Samoa, ma na ia fa’alauiloa le igoa o Samoa i le lalolagi e ala i le ta’aloga o le pī’iga. O ia o se ulua’i tagata ta’alo iloga na taula’i iai moemitiga ma fa’anaunauga o isi tagata ta’alo i lea lava ta’aloga o le pi’i, e pei o le atali’i o si ona afafine, o Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson.

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Fanene Peter Maivia – Son of Samoa
$9.95 – $24.95 + GST
Fanene Peter Maivia – Son of Samoa is the remarkable story of the first Polynesian to become a star of professional wrestling. Fanene’s life began in Samoa and he took Samoa to the world. He was a pioneer who inspired some of the greatest wrestlers the world has known, including his own grandson, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson.

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Powering Up with Joseph Parker
$9.95 – $24.95 + GST
Powering Up with Joseph Parker is published by Reading Warrior. Reading Warrior creates resources that help students learn about their own cultures, strengthen their literacy and inspire them with stories of positive role models and achievers.

Powering Up with Joseph Parker is the inspirational story of how a young man from South Auckland, New Zealand, achieved his dream of winning the most prized title in sports … boxing’s Heavyweight Championship of the World! Learn how you can achieve your dreams through hard work, sacrifice and the support of friends and family. “If you believe in yourself and have the right guidance and the right people around you,” Joseph says, “then anything’s possible.”

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Samoan Heroes
$14.95 – $29.95 + GST
Storylines Notable Book Award winner 2016!

Samoan Heroes is written for Pasifika young people!
- To encourage them to read more by providing reading material they can relate to, in language appealing to them. Many Pasifika young people have lower literacy levels than other youth in NZ, partly due to a shortage of reading material they’re interested in.
- To inspire them with the positive life stories of achievers they know, describing the challenges these figures went through and how they overcame them to become successful e.g. most people know Dwayne Johnson as one of the most recognisable figures on the planet. But did you know that he once had to sleep on mattresses found in a rubbish collection and had only $7 in his pocket?
- To support the preservation of historical knowledge. Our young people are proud of their cultural heritage but often know very little about the historical achievements and figures of significance in their cultural history.
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Rise of the To’a
$9.95 – $24.95 + GST
Rise of the To’a! is a book about the most successful Tongan sports team in history – the national rugby league team. Kau To’a. Mate Ma’a Tonga. MMT. It’s about how they beat New Zealand, Great Britain and Australia in a three year period of awesomeness! How the players overcame personal challenges in their lives to achieve things others thought impossible. How they united the worldwide kingdom of Tonga. And how they inspired people of all ages to dream big.

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Go Fiji, Go
$9.95 – $24.95 + GST
“Go Fiji Go!” Go Fiji Go is the inspiring story behind Fiji’s first Olympic gold medal … and the incredible joy it brought to the nation.

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Niue
$9.95 – $24.95 + GST
The first book in Reading Warrior’s new series Oceania Heritage is Niue, published in 2024 to mark the 50th anniversary of the signing of the Niue Constitution Act 1974.

Written and illustrated by children of Niue who live in Aotearoa, Niue and other parts of the world, these are, in the children’s words, their expressions of aspects of Niue life that are important to them. There are stories of history, religion, celebrations, life events such as hifiulu (haircutting ceremony), and people of importance to them, as well as records of every day life such as fishing, sports and housing.

The contributors are from Niue bilingual units at Favona School and Rowandale School in Aotearoa, Niue Primary School in Niue and from Niue children living around the world in places as diverse as Canada, Hawai’i, Wales, Australia, Japan and England. The groups of children were supported and encouraged by their principals, teachers, parents and other supporters to write about their home island and illustrate the stories.

This vibrant collection of material by children of ‘The Rock’ includes a map of the island and 36 pieces of writing. Written by children for children, it provides a unique insight into Niue.

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Niue
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Niue Heroes
$14.95 – $29.95 + GST
Niue Heroes tells the inspirational stories of achievers who have Niuean ancestry. It includes legends like Laufoli, Mataginifale and Maui; historical figures such as Sir Robert Rex and Peniamina; and contemporary heroes like Che Fu and Dr Colin Tukuitoga. The book is written to inspire young Niueans, to encourage reading and promote literacy.
The book is illustrated by Niuean-Maori artist, Munro Te Whata.

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Sāmoa
$9.95 – $24.95 + GST
The second book in Reading Warrior’s new series Oceania Heritage is Sāmoa, published in 2025.

Written and illustrated by children of Sāmoa who live in Aotearoa, Sāmoa and other parts of the world, these are, in the children’s words, their expressions of aspects of Samoan life that are important to them. There are stories of history, celebrations, life events, and people of importance to them, as well as records of every day life such as favourite foods.

The contributors come from Samoan bilingual units at Flat Bush School and Richmond Road School in Aotearoa, Robert Louis Stevenson School in Sāmoa and from Samoan children living around the world in places as diverse as Morocco, Alaska, Sweden and Taiwan. The children were supported and encouraged by their principals, teachers, parents and other supporters to write and illustrate the stories.

This vibrant collection of material by children of ‘The Pearl of the Pacific’ includes a map of Sāmoa, 32 pieces of writing and 32 illustrations. Written by children for children, it provides a unique insight into the culture and history of Sāmoa.

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Sāmoa
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Jammin’ with Steven Adams
$9.95 – $24.95 + GST
Storylines Notable Book Award winner 2016!

Jammin’ with Steven Adams is the award winning amazing story of how a troubled young man from small town New Zealand, achieved his dream of playing in the best basketball competition in the world … the NBA! Learn how you can achieve the impossible through the power of hope.

“I achieved my goals by working hard on the court … and in the classroom.” (Steven Adams)

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Cook Islands Heroes
$14.95 – $29.95 + GST
Cook Islands Heroes is the fourth book in the Pasifika Heroes series. It follows We Are the Rock (Niuean), Samoan Heroes and Tongan Heroes.

Cook Islands Heroes tells the inspirational stories of achievers who have Cook Islands ancestry. It includes legends like Ina, Maui, Ngaru and Ru; historical figures such as Pa Tuterangi Ariki/Sir Thomas Davis, Alistair Te Ariki Campbell, Mautara and Margharet Matenga; and contemporary heroes like Lima Sopoaga, Mīria George, Dr Kiki Maoate, Kevin Iro, and Teremoana Rapley. The book is written to inspire young Cook Islanders, to encourage reading and promote literacy. The book is illustrated by Samoan comic book artist, Michel Mulipola.

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Cook Islands Heroes
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Kickin’ It with Winston Reid
$9.95 – $19.95 + GST
Kickin’ It with Winston Reid is the thrilling story of how a young Kiwi footballer achieved his dream of playing in one of the toughest football competitions in the world … the English Premier league! Learn how to set your sights high and achieve your dreams too.

“My life shows that you can get to places in the world, wherever you come from.” (Winston Reid)

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Off Loading with SBW
$9.95 – $24.95 + GST
2015 LIANZA Children’s Book Awards longlist !

Off Loading with Sonny Bill Williams is published by Reading Warrior. Reading Warrior creates resources that help students learn about their own cultures, strengthen their literacy and inspire them with stories of positive role models and achievers. Off Loading with Sonny Bill Williams is the incredible story of how a determined and humble young man became a champion in three different sports… and one of the most sought after athletes in the world! Learn how Sonny did it and how you can achieve your dreams through hard work too.

‘If you don’t have goals, aspirations, dreams – you won’t push yourself to your limits. I try to do the best I can in whatever I’m pursuing. Whatever I’m doing, I’m doing it 100%.’ (Sonny Bill Williams)

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