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Whānau Connections Introduction
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Whānau Connections Introduction
🌿 Part 1: Understanding Whānau
1. What does the word "whānau" mean in English?
2. Complete this whakataukī (proverb): "Ko te whānau te _______ o te ora"
puna (source)
rākau (tree)
moana (ocean)
3. Why is whānau important in Māori culture? Write 2-3 sentences.
👨👩👧👦 Part 2: Whānau Vocabulary
4. Match the te reo Māori words with their English meanings:
1. māmā
2. pāpā
3. tuākana
4. teina
5. whaea
A. older sibling/cousin
B. mother
C. father
D. younger sibling/cousin
E. aunt/older female
5. Fill in the blanks with the correct te reo Māori words:
My mother is called my __________ in te reo Māori.
An older brother or sister is called a __________.
A younger sibling is called a __________.
🗣️ Part 3: Introducing Whānau
6. Complete this sentence pattern: "Ko _____ tōku māmā" means "_____ is my mother"
7. Write three sentences introducing your whānau members using the pattern "Ko [name] tōku [family member]":
8. Which of these values are connected to whānau? (Check all that apply)
Manaakitanga (caring for others)
Whanaungatanga (relationships)
Working alone
Supporting each other
Sharing responsibilities
🌳 Part 4: Your Whānau Tree
9. Draw a simple whānau tree showing your family connections. Label at least 3 family members using te reo Māori words:
10. How does your whānau support your identity and wellbeing? Give two examples:
🤔 Part 5: Reflection
11. What is one new thing you learned about whānau today?
12. Which te reo Māori word for a family member do you find most interesting and why?
13. How might understanding whānau help you connect better with others?
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