🌿 WALT (We Are Learning To)

Learn the names of native New Zealand birds in Te Reo Māori and understand that Tane Mahuta is the kaitiaki (guardian) of the ngahere (forest).

⭐ Success Criteria

I can say the names of birds in Te Reo Māori.   I can match a bird to its name.   I can colour Tane Mahuta's forest.

🦅 Part 1: Match the Birds!

Draw a line to match each bird picture name to its Te Reo Māori name. Ask a kaiako (teacher) to help you if you need!

✏️ Part 2: Trace the Bird Names

Trace over the dotted letters below. Say each word out loud as you trace it! 🗣️

K · e · r · e · r · ū

P · ī · w · a · k · a · w · a · k · a

T · o · u · t · o · u · w · a · i

🌟 Extension Activity (Advanced Learners)

Bird name: _____________________________   Te Reo Māori name: _____________________________

📋 Differentiation Notes for Kaiako (Teacher)

✅ Dyslexia-friendly tip: Read all bird names aloud slowly and clearly. Use picture cards alongside this sheet.

✅ For shy or language-delayed children: Allow pointing to pictures instead of speaking. Colouring is a valid participation option.

✅ For sensory learners: Provide feathers or tactile bird tokens to explore during the activity.

✅ For advanced learners: Introduce kiwi or kākā and their sounds. Encourage a group sentence in Te Reo Māori.