The Legend of Whāngaimokopuna : Floor Puzzle

Whāngaimokopuna was a taniwha who lived with the people of Motuiti Pā and was treated like a treasured pet. While the adults were away, the children fed him only eel heads instead of the best parts. Angry and hurt, Whāngaimokopuna ate one of the children and was banished from his home. He fled inland, carving pathways through rivers, hills, and valleys. Along his journey, he shaped important waterways and mountain ranges. Today, it is said that when mist settles over the mountains, it is Whāngaimokopuna weeping for the people he once lived with.

This story is brought to life as a 60 × 80 centimetre floor puzzle, made from durable MDF wood and 4 millimetres thick, designed for tamariki to explore through hands-on play, storytelling, and visual learning.

Puzzle piece numbers can be customised depending on your specifications, with standard options including 9-piece, 16-piece, 18-piece 32-piece, and 42-piece versions — making it easy to choose the right challenge level. Ideal for whānau time, classrooms, or as a standout gift, this puzzle invites tamariki to explore courage, clever thinking, and perseverance through play, while building a deeper understanding of Māori storytelling and cultural identity.