New releases

A warm classroom climate enhances the learning and social behaviour of primary (elementary) school children. But how can a busy teacher create such a positive emotional atmosphere? Evans and Harvey, from the School of Psychology, Massey University, supported by a diverse team of experienced educators in New Zealand schools, propose a model of teachers’ emotional characteristics that can be readily individualised for different teaching styles. They describe a programme of research on how to create natural, positive teacher–pupil rel... read more

This extraordinary but true story of Sister Teresa Grigolini, missionary in the Sudan from 1878, is both an uplifting heroic one and a dark and terrible one. Captured by the Islamist Mahdists in 1882, this Nun and others of her community became slaves, constantly abused and threatened with death, over what became interminable years. Some of them died in these appalling conditions, but no threat could persuade them to give up their faith as was demanded constantly of them.
The personal and tragic life events of Teresa Grigolin... read more

Jim Weir joined the New Zealand Foreign Service in 1947. His career included periods as High Commissioner and Ambassador and this book highlights some of the people, places and events in his diplomatic career. It also dips into New Zealand's post-War political history and its place in the world. This is a book rich in anecdote and is a perceptive and often amusing read.

Nicholas Tarling's second volume of memoirs, beginning with the 1980s and early 1990s. Tarling was involved in the struggle with the governemnt and its agencies over university 'reforms', with the attempt to keep the Mercury Theatre afloat, and with the founding of what became New Zealand Opera. Tarling was among the top brass at the University of Auckland and continued to teach, research and write.

An essential resource for those involved in preparing or presenting work for publication in print or on the web: extensive guide to current conventions of written English; defines the differences between English in Aotearoa New Zealand and America; explains the use of Maori in English-language texts; explains and illustrates editing markup conventions and preparing copy for print; combined index/glossary provides a quick reference tool.

Essays and personal narratives contributed by fifteen writers reflect upon the diversity and complexity of Asian experiences, examine geographical, social and cultural locations and different perspectives in which Asia is actualised, embodied and imagined. Different ethnic and national groups are discussed, including Chinese, Indian, Japanese, Maori and Pakeha.

This accessible guide locates ethical practice in the context of New Zealand's Treaty-based culture, law and legal systems, and the New Zealand Association of Counsellors' Code of Ethics. A wide range of practitioners discuss ethical dilemmas that challenge them in their daily work.

A fascinating insight into early New Zealand history. Draws on letters between Deighton and government officials: Deighton, from Cambridge, England, was the first ashore from the first ships which landed off Petone in Wellington Harbour in 1840; he held land orders from the New Zealand Company and fought in the Maori wars; he became an interpreter and a resident magistrate; he served as a magistrate and Native Land Court Judge in the Chatham Islands; he wrote the first Moriori dictionary (included in appendices); letters provide in... read more

this way: covering/uncovering tadeusz borowski’s this way for the gas, ladies and gentlemen is a scholarly work that uses Borowski’s stories to explore the relationship between verbal and visual representations of war and genocide through critical analysis of the entries in an international competition for a new cover for Borowski’s book. This Way includes an extensive critical apparatus: foreword, introduction, academic essays, commentaries on the book covers, afterword, and notes. Authors and advisors include no... read more

A poignant and well-researched history of Green Lane's cardio-thoracic unit: of interest to those who worked at, or have links to, Green Lane Hospital; personal stories, recollections and photographs are included; covers societal issues and the development of New Zealand's health services; describes the evolution of heart surgery in New Zealand; captures the highs and lows, the team work and camaraderie of nurses and doctors.

Angie’s first volume of plays, Plays for Physical Theatre, has had great success in New Zealand and Australia. Numerous productions have been staged in schools, community theatres and tertiary institutions. This second volume of physical theatre plays provides greater choice and variety than the first, with the inclusion of texts designed for use in classroom and workshop scenarios as well as for public performance. The six plays in this volume are designed for a broad spectrum of age groups, but are likely to have particular app... read more

Essential reading for financial advisers, insurers, bankers and students. New Zealand has long needed a book that presents in easy-to-read language its own risk management and insurance environment. The second edition of Risk Management and Insurance in Zealand updates the successful fi rst edition, the first written for those studying or working in the New Zealand insurance industry.

This revised and expanded book will be invaluable for those who help adults learn. It will aid development of teaching skills and assist those seeking to become well-rounded teachers. It offers many practical ideas and solutions: from simple reflective techniques to learner assessment processes, lecturing and using technology to facilitate learning. Reflection to Transformation will increase teachers' knowledge of current teaching methodologies: from storytelling to action research, and from working inclusively with diversity to te... read more

This book, first published in 1992, offers Pakeha New Zealanders an insight into Maori thought and values and the basis for the sort of understanding and partnership that should exist between Pakeha and Maori. It also presents a new perspective from which long-held Pakeha values can be reassessed. John Patterson attempts, as an investigative philosopher, to come to grips with personal, embedded limitations that inform any look into one world-view from the perspective of another. He demonstrates a high degree of empathy with and res... read more

Dop 2009, Wellington 138mmx210mm/210pp softcover Youthful Cedric, bored and waiting for something to change his life in the direction of his fantasies and dreams, meets Mervyn and his unusual friend. He is caught up in plots and events that both excite him and alarm him. Harmless pranks become serious crimes and while Cedric battles his conscience he yet yearns to punish some of those around him. This wondrous New Zealand tale delights with the richness of its language and the storytelling skill of the writer, offering a potent m... read more

Longing & Belonging by Edwina Pio is a rich resource that explores the ethnic diversity of Aotearoa New Zealand today. It is a stimulating mix of hard facts, stories of adaptation by recent and older immigrants, and ThinkPieces

Working with Families: Strengths-Based Approaches by Jackie Sanders and Robyn Munford is written with both the student of social and community work and the practising social and community worker in mind. All aspects of social and community work are covered in this book that builds on and substantially extends the authors' earlier work Supporting Families (1999). This edition continues a strong emphasis upon context, the cornerstone of effective social and community work practice. It covers the key areas of reflective practice, pol... read more

This book focuses on leadership in New Zealand with a particular focus on the dynamics of the recent general election and the reasons for the outcome of that election. It will appeal to a broad market - and is indeed written in a style that will appeal to all who have an interest in NZ politics.

Issues around inclusion of all pupils in schools continue to be a major concern of parents, educators, politicians and providers of professional development for teachers and academics. There is, as well, confusion as to what inclusion means in theory or in practice. The notion of a community of practice is becoming increasingly popular in all Western education systems. It provides a useful framework for conceptualizing practical, optimal ways for promoting the participation of all students. This book addresses the need f... read more

Are you searching for more effective ways of teaching in higher education? Could your teaching become part of your research? A range of academics position university teaching as research and the subject of scholarly investigation. Innovative and successful strategies and ideas are discussed in various chapters, enabling you to learn from real situations and understand what can be modelled or avoided in your own teaching practice. Content, assessment, student perceptions, e-learning, social justice and service, community links and... read more