Mango

“Another wonderfully illustrated nature book from Ned Barraud, Mangō is a great introduction to New Zealand’s sharks and rays for the beginner or more sealife-enthused reader.” – The Sapling, reviewed by Linda Jane Keegan”… an informative, fascinating storehouse of mangō knowledge. An essential book for every school library and home bookshelf.” – Poetry Box reviewed by Paula Green“An excellent resource for Primary and Intermediate students. Also kids who have a fascination for marine life. Ned has well-researched the topic with expert help from Te Papa’s shark expert, Andrew Stewart. The book is brought to life with stunning illustrations of sharks’ underworld. It is further enhanced with Kate Barraclough’s design and motif work.” – Kids Books NZ, reviewed by Maria Gill“We love the movies and books where sharks are the baddies, but pick up this book and you will find that sharks are so much more than villains of the oceans. A book for Everyone!” – What Book Next?, reviewed by Adele Broadbent“This superb picture-book sized book looks at the history of sharks on this planet with particular attention to sharks that swim in New Zealand’s waters … Superbly illustrated by Ned Barraud this is the best and most accessible book on sharks I have read. I have given some facts but there are more astonishing ones in this book. Read it and see.” – Bob’s Books Blog“I’m crazy about sharks and rays, and so are my kids. And now, at last, there is a book for young New Zealanders that celebrates our mangō and whai, encouraging others to share our admiration for these amazing animals.”– Kete, reviewed by Alex Eagles

Ned Barraud is a Wellington-based author/illustrator of over twenty children’s books exploring the natural world. These include Tohora: The Southern Right Whale, Rock Pools: A Guide for Kiwi Kids and New Zealand’s Backyard Beasts. Along with author Gillian Candler, he has also illustrated the popular Explore & Discover series, which includes the prize-winning At the Beach.