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Te Reo Self-Introduction

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Te Reo Self-Introduction

Māori cultural symbols and map of Aotearoa

🗣️ Part 1: Basic Introduction Phrases

1. Match the Te Reo phrase with its English meaning by drawing lines:
Ko Sarah tōku ingoa
Tokohia ō tau?
No Christchurch ahau
Tekau mā rua ōku tau
I am twelve years old
How old are you?
My name is Sarah
I am from Christchurch
2. Fill in the blanks to complete your own introduction:

Ko _________________ tōku ingoa.

_________________ ōku tau.

No _________________ ahau.

3. What does "tūrangawaewae" mean? Choose the best answer:

A place to stand/place of belonging

A type of greeting

Your family name

Your age in Te Reo

🏔️ Part 2: Creating Your Pepeha

4. A pepeha connects you to your whenua (land). Complete the sentence starters below to create your own pepeha:

Ko _________________ tōku maunga (My mountain is...)

Think about: What mountain or hill is special to you? This could be near your home or a place you love.

Ko _________________ tōku awa (My river is...)

Think about: What river, stream, or body of water connects to your place?

Ko _________________ tōku marae (My marae is...)

Think about: This could be a local marae, or your school, or another important gathering place.

Ko _________________ tōku ingoa (My name is...)

5. Why is it important to share our pepeha with respect and empathy? Write 2-3 sentences:

🤝 Part 3: RISE Values Reflection

6. How can you show the RISE values when listening to classmates share their pepeha? Tick all that apply:

Respect: Listen quietly and attentively

Integrity: Share your own pepeha honestly

Success: Encourage others and celebrate learning

Empathy: Try to understand others' connections to their places

7. Canterbury Connection: On the map outline below, mark where you are from and write one thing that makes this place special to you:
8. Reflection: How does learning about pepeha help you understand your own identity and connect with others?
9. Next Steps: Write one question you have about Te Reo Māori or one thing you'd like to learn more about:

🔑 Answer Key

1. Matching Activity Answers:

1. My name is Sarah - Ko Sarah tōku ingoa

2. How old are you? - Tokohia ō tau?

3. I am from Christchurch - No Christchurch ahau

4. I am twelve years old - Tekau mā rua ōku tau

3. Multiple Choice Answer:

The correct answer is: A place to stand/place of belonging

6. RISE Values:

All options are correct: Respect, Integrity, Success, Empathy

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