Kids into books - No More Moas

This weeks title: No More Moas

Author: Duncan Scott

Publisher: Scholastic $10.95

Age group: 8-11 years


People-on-wheels were better because they rode around in brightly coloured, shiny cars that had lots of bits to pull off.

Kiri and Tama also knew that if they pulled off enough bits, the people-on-wheels would get angry and chase them. That was great fun. There was always lots of noise.

The keas set off for the lookout.

Tama was forced to fly next to Gran, who watched his every wing and tail movement in case he did anything flashy.

Dad caught a gust of wind beneath his wings and soared upwards in a graceful arc.

"Don't encourage the boy!" screamed Gran. "It's no wonder he flies like he does."

Dad dropped back into line, looking a little embarrassed. "Sorry Gran. Gust of wind... you know how it is."

He coughed slightly to hide his embarrassment. Kiri gigled.

Before long they arrived at the lookout to find the bins overflowing and several people-on-wheels, their bright shiny cars glinting in the sun.

(Continued on P14 of No More Moas)