Fale Sāmoa

Book Author & Illustrator Dahila Malaeulu & Darcy Solia
Rights Available World

Join Tomasi and his friends as they learn about the different types of Fale Sāmoa, Sāmoan traditional houses. This dual-language book, presented in both Sāmoan and English, features two stories in one, offering a rich opportunity for readers to explore important elements of Sāmoan culture. Through stunning illustrations and engaging storytelling, the book helps to develop cultural understanding and knowledge in a playful and accessible way. Ideal for junior, middle, and senior primary-aged students, as well as families and educators, it provides a safe and enjoyable way to learn about Sāmoan language and culture. The book serves as a valuable resource for fostering cross-cultural awareness and language learning in an interactive format.

About the Author

Dahlia Malaeulu is an award-winning Pasifika author and publisher, and creator of Mila’s Books—Pasifika children’s stories that help tamaiti (children) feel seen, heard, and valued. A proud Sāmoan New Zealander, Dahlia is passionate about all things Pasifika and founded Mila’s Books, the world’s only all-Pasifika publishing team.

She currently serves on the board of Read NZ Te Pou Muramura, shares Pacific stories with over 10,000 tamaiti across Aotearoa, New Zealand annually, and has received various business, creative, and book industry awards, including New Zealand’s Emerging Publisher of the Year in 2023.

Through Mila’s Books projects, over one hundred first-time Pasifika authors (children, students, educators, parents) have had their stories shared with the world, reflecting Dahlia’s life-long commitment to advancing Pasifika storytelling by and for Pasifika.