O Lou Fa'asinomaga: My Identity
Exploring who we are through Samoan wisdom Year 4 Cultural Studies Understanding identity and belonging
WALT: We Are Learning To
Understand the meaning of 'Fa'asinomaga' Explore what makes up our identity Respect and appreciate different cultures Create our own identity presentation
What Makes You... YOU?
Think about what makes you special and unique Consider your family, culture, interests, and dreams Share one thing that makes you proud of who you are
Breaking Down 'Fa'asinomaga'
Fa'a = in the way of, manner of Sino = to show, to reveal Maga = branch, family line Together = 'showing your family way' or 'revealing your roots'
What Fa'asinomaga Includes
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Identity Web Activity
Draw yourself in the center of a large circle Add 8 spokes coming out from the center On each spoke, write or draw something that shows your Fa'asinomaga Examples: family, culture, hobbies, dreams, favorite foods, special places
"E lē mafai ona tu se fale fua na o le tasi" - You cannot build a house with just one post
This Samoan proverb teaches us that identity, like a strong house, needs many supports Our Fa'asinomaga is built from many different parts of who we are
Celebrating Our Differences
Every person's Fa'asinomaga is unique and special We can learn from each other's stories and cultures Differences make our classroom community stronger We show respect by listening and asking thoughtful questions
Choose Your Fa'asinomaga Project
Family Tree Poster - Show your family connections and stories Cultural Cookbook - Share special family recipes and their meanings Identity Box - Collect objects that represent who you are Photo Story - Create a visual journey of your identity Performance - Share a song, dance, or story from your culture
Your Fa'asinomaga Journey Continues
Identity grows and changes as we grow Keep exploring your family stories and cultural connections Be proud of who you are and curious about others Remember: your Fa'asinomaga is a gift to share with the world