Term 3 Week 3

We are EXPLORING familiar words about ourselves and our whānau

We are FOCUSING using familiar words about ourselves and our whānau

We are FOCUSING understanding the form and vocabulary of whakapapa

This week we will focus on whakawhanaungatanga or getting to know each other better and building relationships.

Whanaungatanga (Relationships) is an activity for the students to get to know each other and make connections in the classroom.
Mihimihi

A mihi (or mihimihi) is an introduction which can take place at the beginning of a gathering or meeting. It is used to establish links with other people present and let people know who you are, and where you come from.

This shares similarities with a traditional pepeha. A pepeha is the traditional Māori way to introduce oneself. It connects us to our whakapapa and ancestors, tracing our connection to maunga, waka, awa, and more. Standing and sharing pepeha is how Māori introduce themselves and make links with others, mostly in formal situations.

Achievement Objectives
4.3 communicate about obligations and responsibilities;
WALT(We are learning to):
Kōrero :
• share a simple mihi and use generally appropriate pronunciation, stress, rhythm, and intonation.

Success Criteria:
Students will be able to share a simple mihi to introduce themselves in te reo Māori. This will include their name, the place their ancestors came from and where they live now.

Hei mahi - Activity:
Go to the website below and learn how to write your mihi and then practice saying it. You will record yourself saying your mihi and then upload it to our google classroom page and if you like on the reo maori website. You will also use the mihi to introduce yourself to the class.

Vocabulary List
Your first vocabulary list of kupu (words) to learn is on our google classroom page. You will be tested regularly and a grade will be given on your report.