Lost in the Museum

A boy and his family visit Te Papa, New Zealand's national museum, to find Papa, who has gone missing inside one of the museum's taonga (treasures). They search with the help of a museum host and encounter moa, paddles a vaka, flees war-time Hong Kong, and rides the famous Britten Bike. The informative stories, backed by expert research, show how we can make a connection (te hononga) with special objects.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 32 pages
Publication date: 10 March 2022
Publisher: Te Papa Press

A visit to New Zealand's famous national museum, Te Papa, launches a boy and his whanau on a magical adventure to find Papa after he gets lost. He's gone missing inside one of the museum's taonga (treasures), but which one? Will they find Papa before the museum closes? Searching with the help of a museum host, the family encounters moa, paddles a vaka, flees wartime Hong Kong, and rides the famous Britten Bike. The informative stories, backed by expert research, show how we can make a connection (te hononga) with special objects. This gorgeous picture book is perfect for both reading out loud to younger children and for independent readers.

Te Papa, New Zealand's renowned national museum, sets the stage for an enchanting journey as a young boy and his family embark on a quest to locate Papa, who has mysteriously disappeared within the museum's treasure trove. With the aid of a knowledgeable museum host, they navigate a series of captivating encounters, including encountering majestic moa, navigating a vaka, escaping the tumultuous backdrop of wartime Hong Kong, and even taking a thrilling ride on the iconic Britten Bike. Through these captivating stories, supported by meticulous research, the book imparts valuable insights into the profound connection (te hononga) that can be forged with special objects. This captivating picture book, with its vibrant illustrations and engaging narrative, appeals to both young children and independent readers alike, making it an ideal choice for shared reading experiences and independent exploration.

Weight: 450g
Dimension: 250 x 235 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780995138421