Siva Afi Teine Toa
By (Author) Dahlia Malaeulu
2
Dahlia Malaeulu
Mila's Books
28th July 2022
New Zealand
Children
Fiction
Childrens / Teenage general interest: History and the past
Childrens / Teenage: General interest
Society and culture: general
NZ823.3
24
Width 210mm, Height 265mm
A unique story where the past meets the present, while also showcasing Samoan cultural values and history through the beautiful artform of Siva afi. Mila's My Aganu'u Series 1 are the first stories in the world that are written, edited, illustrated, designed and published by an all Pasifika team. Teuila is the only girl competing in her first ever Siva Afi competition. Mika is the current Siva afi champion, who is not afraid of anyone. In this story of courage, Teuila and Mika learn about the importance of their feagaiga as brother and sister, while discovering their true inner toa warrior spirits. Siva Afi Teine Toa is part of Mila's My Aganu'u Series - a set of Pasifika children's picture books that help to develop Samoan cultural knowledge and understanding. Mila's My Aganu'u Series is also the first series of Pasifika children's books to be written, edited, illustrated, designed and published by an all Pasifika team.
Dahlia Malaeulu is the creator of Mila's Books, which aims to help Pasifika be seen, heard and valued through the stories she writes and publishes. She is a passionate educator at heart who enjoys creating stories that develop cultural confidence amongst tamaiti (children), 'aiga (families) and faia'oga (educators) within the home, schools and communities.