Te Reo Māori Colours Fun
Learning colours in Te Reo Māori Interactive activities and games Year 6 Cultural Studies
WALT: We Are Learning To
Identify and pronounce 8 basic colours in Te Reo Māori Use colour words in simple sentences Show respect for Māori language and culture Create our own colourful Māori art
Colour Pronunciation Practice
Whero (red) - 'FAY-row' Kākāriki (green) - 'car-car-REE-key' Kikorangi (blue) - 'key-core-RUNG-ee' Kōwhai (yellow) - 'COH-figh' Practice together with actions!
More Colours to Learn
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Colour Hunt Challenge
Find classroom objects for each colour Work in pairs to collect items Say the Māori colour name when you find each object Time limit: 5 minutes! Be respectful of classroom materials
Cultural Connection Question
Why is learning Te Reo Māori important for all New Zealanders? How do colours appear in Māori culture and traditions? Think about the New Zealand flag - what colours do you see?
Create Your Māori Colour Wheel
Draw a large circle divided into 8 sections Colour each section with our 8 Māori colours Write the Māori word in each section Decorate with koru patterns Share your creation with a partner
Kia Ora! Well Done Everyone!
You can now say 8 colours in Te Reo Māori! You've created beautiful Māori-inspired art You've shown respect for Māori culture Keep practicing at home with whānau (family) Next lesson: Using colours in full sentences