Te Reo Māori Lesson Plan: Matariki for Year 10 Students

Curriculum Area and Level:

Curriculum Area: Te Reo Māori
Level: Year 10

Lesson Duration:

Duration: 45 minutes
Class Size: 23 students

Lesson Objectives:

1. To introduce students to the significance of Matariki in Māori culture.
2. To teach students the meaning of Matariki and its connection to the Māori New Year.
3. To engage students in activities that deepen their understanding and appreciation of Matariki.

Lesson Outline:

Introduction (5 minutes)

• Greeting: Begin the lesson with a traditional Māori greeting, acknowledging the importance of Matariki.
• Brief Overview: Provide a brief explanation of what Matariki is and its cultural significance in Māori tradition.

Understanding Matariki (15 minutes)

• Interactive Discussion: Engage students in a discussion about the meaning of Matariki and its connection to the Māori New Year.
• Storytelling: Share a traditional Māori myth or legend related to Matariki.

Matariki Activities (20 minutes)

• Creating Your own Matariki Star: Provide materials for students to create their own Matariki star while discussing the symbolism behind it.
• Matariki Song: Teach students a traditional Matariki song or chant that relates to the celebration of the Māori New Year.

Reflection and Conclusion (5 minutes)

• Group Sharing: Allow students to share their thoughts and reflections on what they have learned about Matariki.
• Closing: Conclude the lesson by encouraging students to continue learning about Matariki and its significance in Māori culture.

Resources:

• TKI - Te Kete Ipurangi - Māori-medium education
• TKI - What's new - Matariki related resources

Assessment:

• Formative Assessment: Observe student participation in the activities and discussions related to Matariki.
• Reflection: Encourage students to write a short reflection on what they have learned about Matariki during the lesson.

Homework:

• Research Assignment: Encourage students to research more about Matariki and its importance in Māori culture. They can prepare a short presentation to share with the class in the next lesson.

By following this lesson plan, Year 10 students will gain a deeper understanding and appreciation of Matariki, contributing to their knowledge of Māori culture and traditions.