Tau Laukonga | Read in Tongan

Tau Laukonga is a fun app for reading in the Tongan language! Whether you’re helping your child learn to read Tongan or reconnecting with your Friendly Island roots, Tau Laukonga is here to help.

FEATURES

• Enjoy 100+ books in Tongan
• No internet needed to read independently
• Listen to native speakers read the books (internet connection required)
• Read stories about Tongan life and culture
• Endorsed by Her Royal Highness Crown Princess Sinaitakala

SUPPORT US

Friends of Tonga, a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit in the United States, maintains Tau Laukonga as a service to Tonga’s people, language, heritage, and future.

Support our work with a donation at friendsoftonga.org/donate.

DISCLAIMER & PRIVACY POLICY

Books, videos, and narration audio in Tau Laukonga (Tongan) are used under a Creative Commons license or with express written permission and come from the United States Peace Corps and the Government of New Zealand, among other sources. These entities do not necessarily endorse Tau Laukonga. Full attribution information for each book is available on the app’s “Fakamatala” page.

Tau Laukonga apps respect your fundamental human right to privacy. We do not collect any user data or analytics, and no login or payment information is required to use our service at any time.

Questions or feedback? Contact taulaukonga@gmail.com.

App developed and managed by Peace Corps Volunteer Andrew (‘Anitelū) Pavey. He lived and worked in Houma, Tongatapu from 2023 to 2025.