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Te Reo Nationality Introductions

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Te Reo Nationality Introductions

Te Reo Nationality Introductions

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🌍 Part 1: Understanding the Phrase Structure

1. Complete the sentence structure for introducing your nationality in Te reo Māori:

Ko _____________ tōku iwi.

2. What does each part mean? Match the Te reo words with their English meanings:
1. Ko
2. tōku
3. iwi
A. my
B. introduces the statement
C. tribe/nation

🏴 Part 2: Nationality Vocabulary

3. Circle the correct Te reo Māori word for each nationality:

German:

Tiamana

Kīna

Hāmoa

Chinese:

Pākehā

Kīna

Hainamana

Samoan:

Hāmoa

Māori

Tiamana

💬 Part 3: Personal Introduction Practice

4. Write your complete nationality introduction in Te reo Māori:
5. Practice saying your introduction! Tick the boxes when you have completed each step:

I can say "Ko" clearly

I can say my nationality in Te reo Māori

I can say "tōku iwi" correctly

I can say the whole sentence confidently

🎨 Part 4: Cultural Connection

6. Draw a picture that represents your nationality or heritage:
7. Fill in the blanks about why language and identity are important:

Learning Te reo Māori helps me connect to _____________ and understand my place in Aotearoa. When I share my nationality, I am sharing part of my _____________. Language connects us to our _____________ and our world.

8. Write one thing you learned about a classmate's nationality today:

🌟 Part 5: Reflection and Extension

9. How did you feel when sharing your nationality introduction? Circle all that apply:

Proud

Confident

Nervous

Excited

Happy

10. Challenge: Can you write how to ask someone about their nationality in Te reo Māori? (Ask your teacher for help if needed!)

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