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Matariki Celebration Activities

Plan and reflect on a safe, inclusive PE session inspired by Matariki. Read the scenario before answering. Consider how to celebrate respectfully: local tikanga and meanings can differ, so seek guidance from knowledgeable people in your community.

Read the scenario

A group is planning a Matariki PE session. They want it to build connection, movement skills and wellbeing. They choose a cooperative star-trail relay: teams travel between marked stations using a movement option they select, such as a brisk walk, side steps or a light jog. At each station, teammates complete a short balance or coordination challenge together. The group agrees on clear boundaries, checks the surface, offers low-impact choices and makes sure nobody is eliminated. Before using a waiata, haka or other cultural practice, they will ask for appropriate guidance and follow local tikanga.

Understand and evaluate

Use the scenario and your PE knowledge to answer Questions 1–5.

1.Which choice best explains why the relay is cooperative rather than an elimination race?

It keeps everyone involved and supports connection as well as physical activity.
It makes the session competitive enough that only the fastest students take part.
It removes the need to plan safety or adapt activities.
It means students do not need to communicate.

2.Name two practical safety checks the group should make before beginning the star-trail relay.

3.A student does not want to jog because of an injury. Give one way to adapt the relay so the student can participate meaningfully and safely.

4.True or false: A group should use a haka in its session without asking for guidance, because any school activity is automatically an appropriate context.

TrueFalse

5.Explain one way the relay could support physical wellbeing and one way it could support social or emotional wellbeing.

Design a Matariki PE activity

Create a practical activity that is active, inclusive and respectful. You may adapt the relay or invent a different movement activity.

6.Describe your activity. Include its movement goal, how participants take turns or work together, and one way to offer different ability or intensity options.

Draw a simple layout for your activity. Include the starting point, activity stations, boundaries and any equipment. Make sure there is enough space for safe movement.

7.What would you do before including a waiata, haka or other cultural practice in your activity? Give two specific actions.

8.Choose two signs you could observe to decide whether your activity met its goals. Explain what each sign would show.

9.After the session, one participant says they felt left out because the relay was too fast. Suggest one change for next time and explain how you would check whether it improved inclusion.