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  • Whaowhia te kete mātauranga

    Fill the basket of knowledge

    Kia ora, last week, we explored some of the taonga of Aotearoa.  These taonga may have a monetary value (gold, crystals), may be of geographical significance (places, landmarks) or could even be biological (native animals, people).  This week were are going to change the lens slightly and look at items of Kiwiana.  What do you think of when you think of Kiwiana?  Are there items that are unique to New Zealand that are recognised across our land and out to different countries as being our own?  Think about the gifts you send to friends and relatives overseas, does anything represent who we are as a people and a nation?

    Success Criteria: I can/have...

    • Describe key ideas about culture and identity and what makes us who we are
    • Explain the importance of culture, and how each of us is unique
    • Evaluate and reflect on how each of us has a different culture 
    • Explain the importance of culture

    Activities:

    1. Mind Map of What do you think of when you hear ‘New Zealand identity’ or ‘Kiwiana’(include symbols, words and pictures. You could also include titles of songs, poems, TV shows or other literature). Complete your mind map in your book - you can use your device to search for logos/images to help you.

    Deciding what makes Kiwiana depends a lot on who you are, your background culture and other influences that you have grown up with. For something to get the name Kiwiana it may have to meet the following requirement.

            • Be recognised as familiar to many people across New Zealand
            • Have stood the test of time (popular over time)
            • Hold a special memory or positive appeal to New Zealanders
            • It usually reflects a value/s or idea/s that many people hold
            • They are quite often unique to that community/country

    Homework:
    Have a look around your home.  What items do you see that reflect a specific culture?  What items could be referred to as Kiwiana (or similar in your own culture). Discuss with your family how they feel about these items.  Be prepared to share this in class.





    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING taonga that are important to Aotearoa and explain why they are treasured.
    • We are EXPLORING the significance of culture and identity of New Zealand
    • We are EXPLORING National Identity of New Zealand