I Love My Island

Book Author & Illustrator Moemoana Safa’ato’a Schwenke & Moanaroa Te Whata
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What would you do to protect the island you love?
In I Love My Island, tamaiti from across the Pacific answer the call of their ancestors to care for their islands, proving that small actions can create big change.

Discover a powerful and inspiring children’s book that weaves together cultural richness and environmental awareness. Featuring characters from Samoa, Solomon Islands, Marshall Islands, and Tokelau, this story celebrates the beauty and strength of Pacific cultures while addressing universal challenges.

With its focus on climate change, deforestation, rising sea levels, and coral bleaching, this book encourages young readers to reflect on their role as protectors of the environment and their heritage. Perfect for classroom discussions, library storytime, or cultural and environmental awareness events, it offers an educational platform for exploring themes of sustainability, cultural identity, and empathy.

Empower the next generation through storytelling that fosters critical thinking and inspires action, all while celebrating the wisdom and values of the Pacific. This book is more than a story—it’s a call to protect the world we share.

About the Author

Moemoana Safa’ato’a Schwenke is a proud daughter and custodian of Sāmoa and the Pacific Islands. As an artist, dancer, environmental advocate, writer, director, and tutor at the Matavai Pacific Cultural Arts Centre, she is deeply committed to preserving and promoting Samoan and Pacific culture.

Moemoana previously held the title of Miss Sāmoa and Miss South Pacific. Her leadership and advocacy have inspired thousands of Pasifika youth across the region. Whether teaching Siva Afi and Siva Sāmoa or championing climate justice and cultural empowerment, she reminds us all that our culture is our superpower.