Avalon Gifts & Games

Learn Te Reo Māori Instantly - A Fun and Effective Language Game for Whanau and Classrooms. Looking for a fun, engaging way to learn Te Reo Māori? This bilingual card game is designed to help players of all levels- especially beginners. Understand and use Te Reo Māori action sentences in the correct Verb-Subject-Object structure. Players take turns using colour-coded, numbered...

Explore the use of location words in Te Reo by playing the classic card game of snap. This Te Reo card game is part of the Learn Through Play series, promoting the use of Te Reo Māori in everyday life. Follow along the playful cat as he explores the cardboard boxes. While this game follows the standard rules, it includes...

A pack of two magnetic bookmarks featuring a traditional Māori print and mangōpare pattern. Includes 2pcs. Size: 2.7cm W x 6cm H (folded). Designed by New Zealand Māori illustrator Ivan Tuari. This magnetic bookmark is part of the New Zealand brand, providing you with Aotearoa and Kiwiana designed products.

Two designs are included in these gorgeous kiwis and fauna themed bookmarks, a pattern featuring some of New Zealand!s most loved bird and iconic plant life. The pack contains 2pcs The magnet is 2.7cm wide x 6cm tall (folded) The full product in packaging is 9cm x 12cm. Magnetic bookmarks are a fantastic option for college students, travellers, teachers and...

These gorgeous magnetic bookmarks are a must-have for any avid or recreational reader! They feature three assorted designs: the kiwi (a nocturnal bird with poor eyesight but an exceptional sense of smell), the yellow-eyed penguin (one of the rarest of the penguins native to New Zealand), and the tūī (who has a beautiful shiny green and purple metallic coat with...

Follow along the cat as he explores his new home filled with boxes. This illustrated board book is part of the Learn Through Play series, promoting the use of Te Reo Māori in everyday life. Simple sentences in Māori and English teach location words like in and out, in front and behind. Repetitive sentence structures help reinforce learning and show...

A box of hexagonal Te Reo colouring pencils, designed to help learners understand and learn colours in Māori. Each coloured pencil has the Māori translation written onto it to teach children Te Reo. The box contains 12pcs. Each pencil is 17.8cm long with 3mm lead. The full product in packaging is 8cm x 21cm. Made from softened poplar wood and...

A New Zealand native bird and flora, circle puzzle. This 100 piece, round puzzle features 9 native New Zealand birds hidden within plants, bushes and trees. This item is proudly designed in New Zealand. 100 pieces. Size: 40cm dia. The back of box contains facts about each native bird. This puzzle is part of the New Zealand brand, providing you...

Learn about the wharenui through hands-on experience. This Build Your Own Wharenui set contains labeled parts and activites that you and your children can do. As you construct the building, you can learn about the different aspects of a marae and the meanings. Contains a booklet that gives you valuable information of these sacred buildings. The full product in packaging...

Magnetic learning resources for teaching and learning feelings in Te Reo Māori. This set includes three progressive question-and-answer formats that build learners’ sentence-building confidence step-by-step. Designed for beginner and next-step learners, this resource is especially useful for teachers learning alongside their students.  Each set includes teacher notes, WALTs (We Are Learning To), translations, and sentence structure breakdowns, giving you everything...

Crossword Large Print offers wordplay fun with 64 pages of challenging crosswords designed to spark your mind. This engaging puzzle book features: 64 pages of puzzles Size: 295 x 210mm

Magnetic learning resources for teaching and learning the days of the week in Te Reo Māori. This set includes three progressive question-and-answer formats that build learners’ sentence-building confidence step by step. Designed for beginner and next-step learners, this resource is especially useful for teachers learning alongside their students. Each set includes teacher notes, WALTs (We Are Learning To), translations, and...

This poi features a beautiful fabric pattern, red, black and white string handle and quality workmanship. The ball has been firmly sewn in place to keep it together during vigorous treatment of kapa haka performance. This unique pattern was designed by New Zealand Māori artist Sharmz Waiomio. The original artwork featured on the piece is called Kotahitanga. It represents unison;...

A pack of four tī rākau suitable for games such as tititōrea. This is a fun game that when accompanied by chants and waiata makes for a great way to practice your te reo Māori. Includes: 4 wooden sticks.

Get your brain working with these code breaking puzzle books! With over 100 puzzles to solve, it's time to put your critical thinking and problem-solving to the test! The book is 14.5cm wide x 21cm tall. Contains 160 pages. Made from 60gsm newsprint paper and a 250gsm grey back board. Code Breaks Puzzle Book is great for all ages!

Magnetic learning resources for teaching all about numbers in Te Reo Māori. Designed for beginner and next-step learners, the set includes multiple magnets for each number, allowing students to build larger and more complex numbers with ease. Learners can explore number patterns, and ask and answer questions about both people and things to strengthen understanding in real contexts. Build confidence...

Inspired by Russian matryoshka dolls, and designed here in New Zealand, these nesting dolls showcase our unique bird life. Featuring kiwi, pukeko, tūī, and kea, these are New Zealand!s most iconic birds. Native and unique to New Zealand, each of these birds holds a special place in New Zealand culture. Contains 4pcs (dolls): The kiwi doll (largest) is 6.8cm in...

This traditional poi is made from a quality material with red, white, and black woolen handles.The ball has been firmly sewn in place to keep it together during vigorous treatment of kapa haka performance. Fabric poi balls made from quality material. String handles are 50cm long, a great size for young learners. Quality workmanship means this product will last.

Learn the numbers zero through ten and 'hundred', 'thousand', and 'million' as well as number prefixes and more in Te Reo Māori using this Learning Toolbox: Magnetic NZ Māori Numbers (33pcs) magnet set. Tahi, Rua, Toru, Wha, Rima...learn to count in Māori! Each Māori word magnet shows the English translation in small text as a learning aid. Translations are listed...

A large gift bag featuring a pōhutukawa design. Size: 26.5cmW x 33cmH x 11.4cmD. Blue handles. Includes a small matching hangtag.

Learn the names of body parts in Te Reo Māori. Ideal for expanding vocabulary as well as learning about the body. This set includes 2 large magnets to form a body, 16 words in Māori and 16 arrows. Each Māori word magnet shows the English translation in small text as a learning aid. Translations are listed on the back of...

Engaging magnetic learning resources for teaching and learning the colours in Te Reo Māori. This set includes three progressive question-and-answer formats that build learners’ sentence-building confidence step by step. Designed for beginner and next-step learners, this resource is especially helpful for teachers learning alongside their students. Each set includes teacher notes, WALTs (We Are Learning To), translations, and sentence structure...

Explore the use of action words in Te Reo by playing the classic card game of memory. This Te Reo card game is part of the Learn Through Play series, promoting the use of Te Reo Māori in everyday life. Follow along the animals and explore the different actions. While this game follows the standard rules, it includes a subtle...

Explore the use of emotions words in Te Reo by playing the classic card game of go fish This Te Reo card game is part of the Learn Through Play series, promoting the use of Te Reo Māori in everyday life. Follow along the girl and boy as they explore their emotions. While this game follows the standard rules, it...

This is the first in the series, Learn through Play Te Reo Māori. Perfect entertainment for the kids, indoors or out! This Scavenger Hunt box set features 4 different 'hunts': At home, Garden, Neighbourhood and Beach. Change it up and play over and over again! Perfect for one child or more. Includes: 2x double-sided checklist boards, 1x marker, 1x drawstring...

These elegant wooden bookmarks feature gorgeous Māori lettering and designs. Their charming simplicity makes these an amazing gift or little treasure for readers. The bookmark is 3.8cm wide x 13cm tall x 2mm thick. Made of plywood. These wooden bookmarks are part of the New Zealand brand, providing you with Aotearoa and Kiwiana designed products.

Two designs are included in these gorgeous tonal magnetic bookmarks: a delicate silver fern and a modern illustration of tūī. The pack contains 2pcs The magnet is 2.7cm wide x 6cm tall (folded) The full product in packaging is 9cm x 12cm. Magnetic bookmarks are a fantastic option for college students, travellers, teachers and book lovers alike. They are also...

Explore New Zealand's vibrant wildlife with this colourful set of native bird playing cards. Match heads and tails to complete the birds, then flip the cards for a bonus educational game matching numbers and dots. It's a fun way to introduce young children to New Zealand native birds such as the Yellow-Eyed Penguin, Kea, Pukeko and more. Box includes: 20x...

Learn about the stars of Matariki and their meanings through this short story. Shine a bright light onto the pages as you read, turn the lights out and discover the secret glow. Size: 15cm W x 15cm H. Total pages: 18. Made from durable materials for long lasting learning.

Join the teacher in her classroom as she speaks to her students about how they are feeling. This illustrated board book is part of the Learn Through Play series, promoting the use of Te Reo Māori in everyday life. Simple sentences in Māori and English teach feeling words like excited, sad and hungry. Repetitive sentence structures help reinforce learning and...

Follow along the mother and son on their journey around the zoo to discover the animals. This illustrated board book is part of the Learn Through Play series, promoting the use of Te Reo Māori in everyday life. Simple sentences in Māori and English teach location words like run and walk, jump and climb. Repetitive sentence structures help reinforce learning...

Broaden your Samoan language skills by learning numbers! Each Samoan word magnet shows the English translation in small text as a learning aid. Translations are listed on the back of the packet to help teachers. Each magnet is 5cm tall. The full product in packaging is 26cm x 27.5cm. Made from durable magnets, this product adhere to any metal surface...

These elegant wooden bookmarks feature gorgeous Māori lettering and designs. Their charming simplicity makes these an amazing gift or little treasure for readers. The bookmark is 3.8cm wide x 13cm tall x 2mm thick. Made of plywood. These wooden bookmarks are part of the New Zealand brand, providing you with Aotearoa and Kiwiana designed products.

These elegant wooden bookmarks feature gorgeous Māori lettering and designs. Their charming simplicity makes these an amazing gift or little treasure for readers. The bookmark is 3.8cm wide x 13cm tall x 2mm thick. Made of plywood. These wooden bookmarks are part of the New Zealand brand, providing you with Aotearoa and Kiwiana designed products.

Add a touch of New Zealand charm to your reading with these beautiful pastel magnetic bookmarks featuring native bird-inspired designs. With two unique illustrations in soft, modern colours, these bookmarks securely clip over pages to keep your place without slipping or damaging your book. Pack contains 2 magnetic bookmarks Magnet size: 2.7cm wide x 6cm tall (folded) Full product in...

These elegant wooden bookmarks feature gorgeous Māori lettering and designs. Their charming simplicity makes these an amazing gift or little treasure for readers. The bookmark is 3.8cm wide x 13cm tall x 2mm thick. Made of plywood. These wooden bookmarks are part of the New Zealand brand, providing you with Aotearoa and Kiwiana designed products.