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G Appearing in the winter sky just before dawn, Matariki (the Pleiades) marks the beginning of the Māori New Year.

G It's a time for scrunchy leaves, harvesting food and Easter. Here's a poem all about autumn.

G Charlotte's chosen the point of view of a cat for her story about a brave rescue. She really gets under the little cat's skin – or fur!

G Jacqueline's story is all about a little girl who has a real feeling for animals. Jacqueline is of Te Aitanga-a-Mahaki, Ngati Porou and Ngati Maniapoto descent.

G Firefighters are amazing people who put themselves in danger all the time to help us. Wesley's story reminds us that sometimes their job is really hard but has its rewards!

G Ashley's story tells us about something delicious that we like to eat once a year!

G Fairs are full of amazing colours and sounds. Do you like going to fairs? Toby has written about going to his school fair. And getting some great toys!

G Do you have a favourite wild animal? Sofia's story is all about an animal that lots of people pick as their favourite!

G Ever wondered what happens to the stationery when everyone's left the classroom? Sebastian lets us in on the secret.

G Here's a story about something that's happened to every single one of us – you, me and Lorna. Lorna shares her story.