{"title":"Peter Alsop","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection featuring the insightful works of Peter Alsop, a distinguished author renowned for his contributions to Education \u0026amp; Reference, Parenting \u0026amp; Family, and Arts \u0026amp; Culture. With a keen eye for detail and a profound understanding of human connections, Peter Alsop crafts narratives that resonate with readers on multiple levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore the depth of cultural celebration in \u003cem\u003eMauri Ora\u003c\/em\u003e, where Peter dives into the heart of Māori culture, offering readers a vibrant tapestry of traditions and stories. This book is a gateway to understanding and appreciating the rich heritage and its impact on the modern world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eNurture: The Art of Parenting\u003c\/em\u003e, Peter Alsop provides an invaluable resource for parents at every stage of their journey. This book combines practical advice with heartfelt anecdotes, guiding parents through the complexities of raising children in today's fast-paced world. It's a comforting companion for anyone looking to enhance their parenting skills with empathy and wisdom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWonderland\u003c\/em\u003e leads readers on an imaginative exploration of artistic expression and creativity. Alsop's eloquent writing and insightful commentary encourage a deeper appreciation for the arts, making it a must-read for enthusiasts and curious minds alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are seeking educational insights, parenting guidance, or cultural enrichment, Peter Alsop's books provide a compelling blend of knowledge and storytelling that is both engaging and enlightening.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"mauri-ora","title":"Mauri Ora","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImmerse yourself in the profound wisdom of the Māori with \u003ci\u003eMauri Ora\u003c\/i\u003e by Peter Alsop and Te Raumawhitu Kupenga. This enlightening book presents a collection of whakataukī—Māori proverbs—each brimming with timeless insights and cultural heritage passed down through generations. As you journey through its pages, you will discover how these succinct metaphors encapsulate deep thoughts and values with a remarkable economy of words, often surprising the reader and prompting reflection, learning, and personal growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eMauri Ora\u003c\/i\u003e links these traditional proverbs to universal virtues such as wisdom, courage, compassion, integrity, self-mastery, and belief. These virtues, which resonate across cultures and eras, are rooted in the principles of positive psychology—the scientific study of what makes life most worth living. 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It inspires readers to reflect on their own lives and practices, harnessing the power of cultural wisdom to cultivate virtues that lead to a more fulfilling and effective way of living.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEngage with the powerful messages in \u003ci\u003eMauri Ora\u003c\/i\u003e and allow the perennial wisdom of the Māori to guide you towards personal excellence and deeper connections with yourself and others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"David Bateman Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45739501748460,"sku":"9780947503147","price":32.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780947503147.jpg?v=1726572266"},{"product_id":"nurture-the-art-of-parenting-by-peter-alsop-9780947503888","title":"Nurture: The art of parenting","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNurture: The Art of Parenting\u003c\/em\u003e by Peter Alsop and Nathan Wallis is a book about community and about fostering the potential of children to boost New Zealand’s wellbeing. It is a compilation of parenting ideas shared by parents who are keen on growing the greater good.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese parents challenged the norm of keeping parenting views to ourselves and demonstrated that everyday parents have great ideas that should be shared. \u003cem\u003eNurture\u003c\/em\u003e links these generously gifted ideas to key personal virtues for living a great life. The virtues—wisdom, courage, compassion, integrity, self-mastery, and belief—are derived from the field of positive psychology, which is the study of happiness and wellbeing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese virtues are essential to cultivate in children and, to support child development, should also be developed within our families, communities, and schools. The book is illustrated throughout with beautiful photos from mid-century New Zealand. The linking of ideas with imagery invokes a head-heart response, offering a powerful invitation for reflection, learning, and growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBy opening our hearts and minds to ideas—both sharing them and receiving them—we embrace a timeless truth: it takes a village to raise great children. \u003cem\u003eNurture\u003c\/em\u003e invites us all to lead the way to a community and country of new possibilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"David Bateman Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46110716297452,"sku":"9780947503888","price":39.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780947503888.jpg?v=1737069015"},{"product_id":"wonderland-by-peter-alsop-9781988550152","title":"Wonderland","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA superb tribute to the New Zealand landscape photography of Whites Aviation. 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