How Maui Slowed the Sun
How Maui Slowed the Sun by Peter Gossage is a sturdy board book published by Penguin Random House on October 30, 2017. This edition presents a retelling of a famous Maori myth, focusing on Maui’s clever plan to slow the Sun’s passage through the sky, addressing the challenges of very short days and long nights.
Readers will find an engaging narrative that introduces them to the themes of legends and myths, as well as elements of science and nature related to weather. This 32-page book is designed for young children, making it an accessible entry point into the rich storytelling traditions of Australia and Oceania. The book’s format and content aim to captivate and educate, ensuring that this beloved tale continues to resonate with new generations.
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Peter Gossage’s much-loved retelling of this famous Maori myth is now available as a sturdy board book.
Faced with very short days and very long nights, Maui comes up with a plan to slow the Sun’s passage through the sky.
Peter Gossage’s much-loved retelling of this famous Maori myth has captivated young children for generations.
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