🎯 Part 1: Understanding Māori Games

1. What do you already know about Māori games? Write down any games, activities, or cultural practices you've heard of.

2. Why do you think traditional games were important in Māori culture? Circle all that apply:

To develop physical skills and fitness

To strengthen community bonds and relationships

To teach important life values

To pass on cultural knowledge to younger generations

To prepare for hunting and warfare

For entertainment and celebration

🌿 Part 2: Māori Values and Concepts

3. Match the Māori values with their meanings by drawing lines between them:

1. Whanaungatanga

2. Manaakitanga

3. Kotahitanga

4. Hauora

A. Unity and working together

B. Wellbeing and health

C. Care, respect, and hospitality

D. Relationships and kinship

4. Fill in the blanks using the Māori values from above:

When playing traditional Māori games, _____________ helps build strong relationships between players. _____________ ensures everyone is treated with respect and care. _____________ brings the team together as one unit, and _____________ promotes the overall wellbeing of all participants.

🏃 Part 3: Ki-o-Rahi Knowledge

5. Ki-o-Rahi is one of the most well-known traditional Māori games. What do you think this game might involve? (There are no wrong answers - use your imagination!)

6. Traditional Māori games often had connections to:

The land and natural environment

Modern technology

European sports

Ancient Greek Olympics