Tūrangawaewae: Finding Our Place
Connecting Identity to Tāmaki Makaurau Year 8 Social Studies
What is Tūrangawaewae?
Māori concept meaning 'place to stand' Where we feel we belong and have rights Connection between people and whenua (land) Our identity is shaped by our place
Maunga: Sacred Mountains of Mana Whenua
Volcanic cones are tapu (sacred) to Māori Each maunga has its own mauri (life force) Traditional pā sites and burial grounds Sources of food, water, and protection
Compass Points Activity
E (Excitement): What excites you about living in Auckland? W (Worry): What challenges does our city face? N (Need to Know): What should we learn about our school's land? S (Stance): How can we practice Kaitiakitanga?
Then and Now: Tāmaki Makaurau
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Reflection Question
How has learning about Auckland's volcanic field changed the way you think about the land you walk on every day?
Your Audio Postcard Challenge
Choose one local Auckland landmark Record a 30-second audio message Explain why this place does (or doesn't) feel like home Share what makes it special to you
Practicing Kaitiakitanga
Guardianship of our local environment Protecting maunga and waterways Sustainable transport choices Reducing waste and pollution Learning from mana whenua wisdom
Finding Your Place
"Tūrangawaewae is not just where you stand, but where you belong, where you have the right to speak, and where you take responsibility for caring for the land and community."
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