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Kua rite koe? Ngā puka kōrero paki You Ready? Storybooks

Welcome to the 'You Ready?' storybook series! Join a group of friends as they navigate dangerous weather and natural disasters. From cyclones and tornadoes to flash floods and thunderstorms, these children show how quick thinking, knowledge and resilience can help everyone stay safe.

Along the way, the stories explore different communities - Māori, Samoan, Hindi, and Chinese - and share practical tips to help you and your whānau get ready for any emergency.

Quick tip for animated versions

When you open the animated version of a storybook, tap or click the page to start the animation. Use the bottom menu to adjust the volume, turn sound effects on or off, or switch between languages.

Tāwhirimātea’s Tornado (Te reo Māori + English)

A tornado is heading for the market. Aniwa and her whānau must act quickly to stay safe from the approaching tornado.

Watch and read the story (Animated version)

Surviving the flood (Hindi + English)

The weather forecast warns of rising waters. Navtej and his family must act fast and get prepared before the flood hits.

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Lupe and the mango tree (Samoan + English)

A cyclone is on its way. Lupe and her family must act quickly to stay safe.

Watch and read the story (Animated version)

Adventures with the Weather Gods (Chinese + English)

Giant stingrays and dragons are swooping across the sky. Yun Chen and his friends must think quickly how they can make it thought the storm.

Watch and read the story (Animated version)