Tropical Blooms is a heartwarming bilingual (Samoan-English) children’s book that follows a young girl named Leone as she spends a joyful day with her mother exploring their island garden. Through the beauty of everyday moments — from picking flowers to learning the names of tropical blooms — Leone discovers the richness of her culture, land, and the deep bond she shares with her mama.
Told through simple, gentle storytelling and vibrant illustrations, this book celebrates Sāmoan identity, motherhood, and the little lessons that blossom in nature and family life.
- Book features full translations as well as full illustrations.
***Paperback is also available on Amazon.***
Customer Reviews
So eloquently written and beautifully depicted. This is a beautiful and heartfelt tribute to Papa, Sia. Fa’afetai ma ‘ia sana fa’amanuia atu pea le Ātua, ‘i au tusitusiga. Alofa atu, Aunty Nina.
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Loved the opportunity to read to my moʻopuna in both languages!
I loved the book. I am reading it to my great grand daughter and my grandson. We do English then fa’a Samoa. I loved the story of Leone. Koaga e sosoagi I laga tina. I am reiterating that to my grandkids. I loved the forward. Thank you Sia Allaway for the lovely story. Thank you Le Teramoana for selling the book.
Noel, thank you very much for your kind words and this beautiful review. I also really love the photo of your grandson. It warms my heart to see our little ones embracing their Gagana Samoa. It is their language to keep, cherish and continue to keep alive. Thank you for believing in this mission! I truly appreciate your support and kind words. Truly grateful for supporters like you! God bless you and your family, Noel! Alofa atu!
Sia Allaway