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Whakatauki Friendship Introduction
Read the whakataukī and the rock-pool scenario. Then explore how its message can guide friendships, belonging and wellbeing. You may give different answers from the examples in the answer key.
The whakataukī
“Kāore he tangata tauhou i konei, engari he hoa kāore anō kia tūtaki.” A common English rendering is: “There are no strangers here, only friends you have yet to meet.” Wording and translations can vary.
1.In your own words, what does “There are no strangers here, only friends you have yet to meet” encourage people to do?
2.Which values connect most closely with the whakataukī? Select all that apply.
- Manaakitanga — showing care and hospitality
- Whanaungatanga — building relationships and connection
- Aroha — compassion and kindness
- Whakapapa — family history and genealogical connections
- Ignoring someone until they make the first move
3.Ngaio is new to the group and is standing quietly while Talia and Tane talk about what they can see in the rock pools. Which response is the most welcoming?
- Talia asks Ngaio if she would like to join the conversation and listens to her answer.
- Tane tells Ngaio what she should think about the rock pools.
- They carry on talking and assume Ngaio wants to be left alone.
- They ask personal questions before introducing themselves.
4.Match each action to the relationship skill it shows.
- Ask Ngaio what she thinks, then listen without interrupting.
- Invite Ngaio to join, while accepting her choice if she says no.
- Notice Ngaio is left out and offer a friendly introduction.
- Manaakitanga
- Active listening
- Respect and inclusion
5.True or false: The whakataukī means that everyone must become close friends straight away.
TrueFalse
6.Complete the sentence with a suitable word or phrase: “A welcoming first step could be to introduce myself and .”
7.Give two practical ways Talia and Tane could help Ngaio feel included during the group visit, while still respecting her choices.
8.How can feeling welcome in a group support a young person’s wellbeing? Give two possible effects.
9.Imagine someone in a group activity says they would rather watch than join in. Write a respectful response that shows welcome without putting pressure on them.
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