Mrs Battleship
'Tipene's stories of how he found jewels of wisdom and love in a world that had no place for him are heart breaking. Adults will need tissues. This is a book that every teacher should read too. While we all hope we never have to teach a child with an upbringing like the one Tipene had, we also all hope we will be remembered as a Mrs Battleship too.
There are plenty of funny moments too. It's easy to forget this is primarily a children's book. Younger readers will laugh out loud and nod in agreement. Tipene's cheeky side comes through.'
- Rebekah Fraser, NZ Booklovers
Mrs Battleship is a collection for junior readers: vignettes from Tim's primary school years - which do not feature in White Moko.
Illustrated by Carol Green. One Tree House, 2019
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Papa Tim talking about Mrs Battleship
Teachers from Mrs Battleship
Papa Tim with Mrs Yvonne Battersby, aka Mrs Battleship, 2017. See video below.
With Mrs Joan Leonard, 2021.
With Miss Foote, now Mrs Laureen Clouston, at the Auckland Writers Festival, 2024. See video below.
Tim shares stories from Mrs Battleship
Tim's Books can be purchased online
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