Celebrate Sāmoan Language Week!

Celebrate Sāmoan Language Week and read a book in Sāmoan, or brush up on your Sāmoan history and geography.

Updated July 4, 2024
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Wellington City Libraries Children's team at Wellington City Libraries
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Losi the Giant Fisherman
Malaeulu, Dahlia
Paper Book
Losi the giant was the greatest fisherman across all the moana. A mischievous and loyal friend to sea creatures and all humans. Losi will always be remembered as the hero who brought taro, the food of the Gods, to earth"--Back cover.
Samoan heroes
Riley, David
Paper Book
"A collection of inspirational stories of achievers who have Samoan ancestry. It includes: contemporary heroes like Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson, Troy Polamalu, Judge Ida Malosi, Savage and Associate Professor Donna Adis; historical figures like Emma Coe, Tamasese, Salamasina and Lauaki; legends like...
Fanene Peter Maivia: O Le Atali' I O Samoa
Riley, David
Paper Book
Fanene Peter Maivia: Son of Samoa is the remarkable story of the first Polynesian to become a star of professional wrestling. Fanenes 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,...
S̄āmoa
Va'afusuaga, Jane
Paper Book
Learn about the island nation of Samoa from a fresh perspective. A traditional greeting welcomes readers, and the islands origin story brings a distant location into focus. Find out what life was like for the very first people to set foot on Samoa and discover what life there is like today....
Samoa
Aiono-Iosefa, Sarona
Paper Book
Did you know that the English word 'tattoo' is supposedly derived from the Samoan word 'tatau'? Find out about the traditional methods still used by Samoans to apply the amazing tattoos worn by many of the islands' people today. In this book you will discover that an 'ie toga is a beautiful and...
Samoa
Malaeulu, Dahlia
Paper Book
Aimed at readers 8+ but valuable for anyone with an interest in our Pacific 'āiga (family), this is one of two inaugural books in the Moana Oceania series created by Oratia Books' Editorial Director, Carolyn Lagahetau. Dahlia Malaeulu provides a comprehensive overview of...
Samoa & Tuvalu
Guile, Melanie
Paper Book
Asiasiga 'i le Falemata'aga i Te Papa = Going to Te Papa
Malaeulu, Dahlia
Paper Book
A beautiful board book for babies, toddlers, and their families, featuring measina or treasures from Samoa in the collection of Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa. With warm and friendly text in both Samoan and English, and with rich cultural content, it is an excellent learning resource for...
First Samoans
Riley, David
Paper Book
"Tuli has come down from heaven to explore our planet. But all he finds everywhere is water. Tagaloa creates land for him, but now hes lonely and doesnt have anyone to share it with!"--Back cover.
King Kava: Tupu o 'Ava
Riley, David.
Paper Book
"Ava (kava) is a popular drink in Oceania. People drink ava to celebrate happy moments, welcome visitors, and celebrate achievements. But how did ava come to Smoa?"--Back cover.
Of Course You Can!Se e Te Mafaia!: Samoan and English Edition
Hinge, Karen
Jeremy, a young boy who uses a wheelchair, is nervous about starting at his new school, but the other children encourage him to take part in their activities.
Ou te alofa i lo'u aiga
Sanerivi, Deborah
Paper Book
Uses simple sentences in Samoan and English to help young children learn and identify their family members.
Out of the Egg - Fofoa Mai le Fuamoa: English-Samoan Edition
Matthews, Tina
Paper Book
You think you know the tale of the Little Red Hen. You think you know how it ends. But in this story everything changes when the hard-working Red Hen lays a perfect white egg. And out of this egg comes a chick with a mind of her own . . .Here is a beautiful book with fantastic woodcut prints and...
Fale Samoa
Malaeulu, Dahlia
Paper Book
Dual Samoan and English language book - two stories in one! Develops cultural understandings and knowledge around important elements of Samoan culture. Stunning quality and playful illustrations help to visually engage readers. Ideal for all junior, middle and senior primary aged students, families...

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