Teine Sāmoa (Sāmoan girl) explores the cultural and identity challenges faced by four teine Sāmoa. It includes the fictional story, study questions and the Teine Sāmoa Project, where Sāmoan female students and teachers share their stories.
This powerful story explores the challenges and triumphs of being a young Sāmoan girl navigating identity, culture, and expectations in modern Aotearoa. Through the voices of Lani, Masina, and Telesa, the book weaves a heartfelt narrative of self-discovery, resilience, and the strength found in embracing one’s Pasifika heritage.
With authenticity and depth, Teine Sāmoa offers a powerful reflection of the experiences of many Pasifika girls while providing universal lessons about belonging, family, and pride in one’s roots.
A must-read for those seeking to understand and celebrate the richness of Sāmoan culture.
Author profile at storylines.org.nz
Dahlia Malaeulu is a Sāmoan New Zealander who is an award winning author, indie publisher and creator of Mila’s Books – Pasifika children’s books that help our tamaiti to be seen, heard and valued as Pasifika.
Text mainly in English
154 pages, 203 mm x127 mm