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Ngātārōrangi Navigation Knowledge

Traditional Māori waka on ocean waves

🌊 Part 1: Ngātārōrangi and Navigation Knowledge

1. Who was Ngātārōrangi?

A famous Māori navigator and knowledge keeper

A European explorer

A modern boat captain

A fishing guide

2. What natural signs did Māori navigators like Ngātārōrangi use to find their way? (Tick all that apply)

Stars and constellations

Ocean currents and waves

GPS devices

Birds and their flight patterns

Wind directions

3. Match the te reo Māori words with their English meanings:
waka
iwi
raki
tonga
south
canoe/vessel
tribe/people
north
4. Why was navigation knowledge important for Māori communities?

To find new lands and resources

To connect with other iwi

To pass down cultural knowledge

All of the above

✏️ Part 2: Understanding and Reflection

5. Describe two ways that Ngātārōrangi's navigation knowledge is still important for Māori culture today:
6. Complete this sentence using te reo Māori words from today's lesson:

The _____________ sailed from _____________ (north) to _____________ (south) across the Pacific Ocean.

7. If you were a navigator like Ngātārōrangi, what would you look for in the sky to help you find your way at night?
8. Why do you think it's important to learn about Māori navigation traditions today?

🎨 Part 3: Creative Expression

9. Draw a picture of Ngātārōrangi's waka journey. Include at least three navigation tools or natural signs that would help guide the way:
10. Write one thing you found most interesting about Ngātārōrangi's story:

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