Waitī and Waitā Twin Stars Story

A Māori legend about two special stars For New Entrant learners

Meet the Twin Stars

Waitī and Waitā are twin stars They live high up in the sky They are very special to Māori people We can see them at night

Let's Look Up!

Stand up and look at the ceiling Point to where you think the stars are Make twinkling movements with your fingers Say 'Kia ora Waitī and Waitā!'

The Twin Stars' Job

Waitī and Waitā help sailors They show the way across the ocean They are like a compass in the sky Māori navigators used them long ago

What the Stars Help With

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Think About This

How do you find your way when you're lost? What helps you know what time it is? Who helps you when you need directions?

The Stars in Matariki

Remembering Our Star Friends

Waitī and Waitā are always watching over us They remind us to help each other like twins do We can look for them in the winter sky They are part of our New Zealand story