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Sāmoan Made Simple
  • Published: 19 May 2026
  • ISBN: 9781776950973
  • Imprint: Penguin
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 288
  • RRP: $35.00

Sāmoan Made Simple

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19 May 2026
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19 May 2026
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A mainstream, accessible guide to learning the Samoan language, for everyone.

Fun, user-friendly and designed for modern readers, Jason Tiatia's Sāmoan Made Simple is a first-of-its-kind resource for anyone wanting to learn the basics of the Sāmoan Language. Based on the best-selling Māori Made Easy formula, Sāmoan Made Simple empowers readers to take control of their learning in short, buildable exercises that are applicable to everyday situations.

This resource is broken down into easily managed units, including:
* The alphabet
* Pronunciation
* Greetings
* Family
* Meals and bedtime
* School
* Sports
* Asking questions
* Basic phrases
* Descriptions
* And much more!
  • Published: 19 May 2026
  • ISBN: 9781776950973
  • Imprint: Penguin
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 288
  • RRP: $35.00
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About the author

Jason Tiatia

Jason Tiatia is a former NZ Rugby Sevens player and a well-known revitaliser of Sāmoan language. A compelling speaker, Jason recognises the link between community, wellbeing and language and is visible for his mental health initiatives as well as his language work. He is employed by the Ministry of Education, a father of three, married to his high school sweetheart, and genuinely wants to help people connect to their community and identity.
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