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Early Māori History Worksheet

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Early Māori History Worksheet

Early Māori History in Aotearoa 🛶

Name: _________________________________ Date: _________________

1. The Journey of Kupe 🌊

Draw and label the route Kupe might have taken from Hawaiki to Aotearoa:

[Draw your map here showing the Pacific Ocean journey]

2. Traditional Navigation Methods 🌟

List three methods Polynesian navigators used to find their way across the ocean:

3. Why Were Oral Traditions Important? 🗣️

Explain in your own words why storytelling was crucial for preserving Māori history:

4. Match the Terms 🔍

Draw lines to connect each term with its correct meaning:

• Waka
___________________
• Hawaiki
___________________
• Tangata Whenua
___________________

5. Create Your Own Story 📖

Write a short story about an early Māori explorer, including at least three Māori place names:

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