How the kiwi lost its wings
By: Alwyn Owen ; illustrations by Dave Gunson
Contributors: Gunson, Dave
Publisher: Puffin
Published: 2008
Place of publication: North Shore, N.Z
Language: eng
ISBN-13: 9780143502999
Subjects: Pūrākau; Maori (New Zealand people); Kiwis; Folklore; Birds
Description: A retelling of a traditional story. When a plague of insects threatens to destroy the forest, Tane asks the birds to save the trees. When all the other birds refuse, it's the selfless kiwi who makes the ultimate sacrifice. Suggested level: junior, primary.
Notes: Originally published: Auckland, N.Z. : Reed, 2002.