Fun Māori Connection Activities
Whakawhangaunatanga - Building Connections Interactive learning for Year 1 Kia ora tātou!
He aha te whakawhangaunatanga?
Making connections with others Building relationships and friendships Feeling like we belong together Sharing stories and learning about each other
Ko wai koe?
Who are you? Let's learn about each other! Everyone has a special story to share
Activity 1: Pepeha Posters
Draw your mountain (maunga) Draw your river (awa) Draw your family (whānau) Share your special places and people
Ngā taonga - Our treasures
Everyone has special things they love These are called taonga (treasures) They might be toys, photos, or memories Taonga help us remember what's important
Activity 2: Taonga Show and Tell
Bring something special from home Tell us why it's important to you Listen to others share their taonga Ask kind questions about their treasures
How do we show manaakitanga?
Manaakitanga means being kind and caring How can we look after our friends? What makes someone feel welcome?
Activity 3: Pōwhiri Practice
Learn a simple welcome song (waiata) Practice welcoming gestures Take turns being the visitors and hosts Show manaakitanga to our guests
What we learned today
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Kia pai tō rā - Have a good day!
We are all part of our classroom whānau Remember to show manaakitanga every day Keep sharing your stories and treasures Ka kite anō - See you again!