Section outline

  • FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:


    We are FOCUSING on Aotearoa’s environment by explaining Māori concepts of whakapapa, manaakitanga, mauri, & kaitiakitanga and the importance of the environment within Te Ao Māori (the Māori world view).


                                                                                        Success Criteria: I can...


    I can summarise the importance of Māori environmental concepts.


    ANZH KNOW: Māori cared for and transformed te taiao [environment], and expressed their connection to place by naming the land and its features.

    We have been learning about Aotearoa’s environment and how Māori connect to te taiao through Tupu-ā-nuku and Tupu-ā-rangi by looking at native plants and animals and by explaining important Māori ideas like whakapapa (family connections), manaakitanga (caring for others), mauri (life force), and kaitiakitanga (guardianship). These ideas show how important te taiao is in Te Ao Māori (the Māori world view).

    Choose ONE conservation project to present about:


    1. Tiakina Kauri Mission (Protecting Kauri Trees from Disease)

    2. Predator Free 2050 (Getting Rid of Pests in New Zealand)



    What to Do:


    Time: You have 6 hours of class time to prepare your presentation.


    Team: You can work alone, with a partner, or with up to 2 other people (maximum of 3 people in a group).


    Presentation Options: Choose one of these ways to show your work:


    • Video: Make a short video about the conservation project.

    • Display Board: Create a poster with information and pictures.

    • Slideshow: Use Google Slides, PowerPoint, or Canva to make a slideshow.

    • Brochure: Make a small booklet with information about the conservation project.



    All presentations are due Friday 20th September - Week 9


    Videos, display boards, slideshows and brochures must be uploaded to MHO by 3pm Friday week 9 on the Global Studies page.