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Matariki Food Traditions

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Matariki Food Traditions 🌟

Kia ora! Today we're learning about traditional Matariki foods. Complete the activities below to show what you know!

1. Match the Te Reo Māori words with their English meanings:

1. Kūmara ______
2. Hāngi ______
3. Puha ______
4. Kai ahuwhenua ______
a) Earth oven
b) Sweet potato
c) Harvest food
d) Sow thistle

2. Fill in the blanks with traditional Matariki foods:

During Matariki, we might eat cooked in a .

A traditional green vegetable we can gather is .

3. Circle the correct answer:

What is the Te Reo Māori word for "to cook"?
Parai Puha Whakarite

4. Draw and label your favorite Matariki food:

Ka pai! You've learned about traditional Matariki foods. Share what you've learned with your whānau! 🌟

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