Ngā Kare ā-Roto - Feelings board book

Ngā Kare ā-Roto - Feelings Board Book

Unlock the power of emotional literacy with Ngā Kare ā-Roto (Feelings)! This beautiful board book introduces tamariki to 40 different feelings and emotions, all in te reo Māori and English. 

Based on the beloved Kuwi & Friends Māori Picture Dictionary, this book is designed to support learning and sharing in both home and classroom environments. With vibrant illustrations and durable, rounded corners, it’s perfect for little hands and big hearts alike.

Why We Love It

Ngā Kare ā-Roto is a beautifully designed bilingual resource that teaches tamariki about emotions - it’s actual hands-on learning! The illustrations are engaging and relatable, helping tamariki connect with the emotions portrayed. This book is an invaluable tool to encourage emotional literacy and introduce te reo Māori in a fun and interactive way.

The Results We’ve Seen

Children using Ngā Kare ā-Roto have shown an increased ability to identify and express their emotions. We’ve seen this book  spark meaningful kōrero between tamariki and their whānau and teachers which only helps to improve emotional literacy and emotional regulation 

By learning to recognise and name their emotions, tamariki develop healthier emotional expression and more empathy with those around them.

Ways to Use It

Daily Emotion Check-In: Use Ngā Kare ā-Roto to start each day by discussing how tamariki are feeling and which emotions they can identify.

Emotion Flashcards: Create an interactive learning experience by holding up pages and asking tamariki to mimic the emotion or share when they last felt that way.

Te Reo Māori Practice: Perfect for introducing or reinforcing te reo Māori vocabulary in the context of real emotions.

Why It’s a Must-Have

Books that support tamariki to recognise and name emotions, like Ngā Kare ā-Roto are an essential tool for nurturing emotional intelligence and language skills in our tamariki. Whether in the classroom, at home, or in therapy sessions, this board book empowers tamariki to understand, express, and manage their emotions in a culturally affirming and bilingual way. 

Add Ngā Kare ā-Roto to your collection today and equip your tamariki with the tools to understand their emotions—building stronger connections and emotional resilience for life!