What would you do to protect the island you love? In I Love My Island, tamaiti from across the Pacific answer the call of their ancestors to care for their islands, proving that small actions can create big change.
Cultural Connection and Representation: Includes characters from Samoa, Solomon Islands, Marshall Islands, and Tokelau, representing diverse Pacific perspectives, traditional practices, values, and ancestral wisdom. Highlights the beauty and strength of Pacific cultures while addressing universal issues.
Environmental Focus: Explores themes of climate change, deforestation, rising sea levels, and coral bleaching. Encourages active participation in environmental preservation.
Call to Action: Direct engagement with the reader to reflect on their role in caring for the planet.
Educational Value: Offers a platform for discussing environmental issues and cultural identity in classrooms and homes. Promotes critical thinking and empathy for global and local challenges.
Suitable for: Classroom discussions on climate change and sustainability, storytime in libraries and homes to foster cultural appreciation, Pacific heritage and environmental awareness events.
Empowerment Through Storytelling: Inspires children to be active protectors of their environment and heritage.
Rich Illustrations: Vibrant depictions of the islands, ocean life, and cultural elements to captivate young readers.
Authentically Pasifika: Created by the only all Pasifika publishing team in the world.
ISBN: 9781067050009
Publication date: 07/02/2025
Price: $25.00
RRP: $25.00
Format: Paperback
Available stock: 1
Publishing status: Active
Author: Schwenke, Moemoana Safa’ato’a
Illustrator: Te Whata, Moanaroa
Imprint: Milas Books
