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Volcano Taniwha Art Craft
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Volcano Taniwha Art Craft
🌋 Part 1: Learning About Puia and Taniwha
1. What is the te reo Māori word for volcano?
puia
taniwha
wai
2. What is a taniwha?
A type of volcano
A mythical guardian creature in Māori culture
A type of fire
3. Which colours would you use for a volcano? (Check all that apply)
Red
Orange
Blue
Black
4. Match the te reo Māori words to their English meanings:
ahi means _______________
wai means _______________
puia means _______________
Word bank: fire, water, volcano
🎨 Part 2: Planning Your Artwork
5. Draw a simple sketch of your volcano (puia) design:
6. Draw a simple sketch of your taniwha design:
7. What story will your taniwha tell? Write one sentence about your taniwha:
8. Where will your taniwha live in your artwork?
In the water (wai)
Near the volcano
Guarding something special
🌟 Part 3: Reflection
9. After making your artwork, complete this sentence in te reo Māori:
Ko tēnei taku _______________
(This is my _______________)
10. What was your favourite part about creating volcano and taniwha art?
11. How did you show respect for Māori culture in your artwork?
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