Maramataka: Moon, Garden, Culture
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Maramataka: Moon, Garden, Culture
Te Reo Māori - Year 7 Exploring the Māori Lunar Calendar Huanui College, Whangārei
Kōrero Whakawhitinga - Let's Talk
Have you noticed the moon recently? Do you know any stories about the moon? Have you heard about the moon affecting plants or animals?
What is Maramataka?
Maramataka = Māori lunar calendar Used for thousands of years Guides planting, harvesting, and fishing Connects us to Papatūānuku (Mother Earth) Traditional Māori knowledge system
Ngā Taonga Kupu - Key Vocabulary
Maramataka - Lunar calendar Marama - Moon Whāngai - To feed/plant Hua - Harvest/fruit Kaitiakitanga - Guardianship
Ngā Tahunga o te Marama - The Moon Phases
Moon Phases and Their Māori Names
Marama Hōu - New Moon (dark) Marama Tipu - Growing Moon Marama Kī - Full Moon (bright) Marama Mea - Waning Moon
Maramataka and Gardening Connection
{"left":"Marama Hōu (New Moon): Plant root vegetables like kūmara\nMarama Tipu (Growing Moon): Plant leafy greens and herbs","right":"Marama Kī (Full Moon): Harvest fruits and seeds\nMarama Mea (Waning Moon): Prune plants and prepare soil"}
Group Activity: Moon Phase Matching
Form groups of 4-5 students Match moon phases to gardening tasks Use the flashcards provided Present your matches to the class Explain your reasoning
Mahi Toi - Creative Reflection
Create an illustrated mini poster Show the four moon phases Include gardening activities for each phase Use Māori vocabulary Be creative with colors and designs
Whakarāpopoto - Summary Quiz
What does Maramataka mean? When do we plant kūmara according to Maramataka? What is the Māori name for full moon? How can Maramataka help us be kaitiaki of our gardens?