This activity is all about better understanding Matariki - understanding our unique and special culture and the culture of others, only impacts all our wellbeing positively.
Sharing kai is a big part of Matariki. Here tamariki create a placemat to use for shared kai during Matariki with whānau.
Give tamariki the opportunity to make a moemoeā (wish) upon the Matariki whetū Hiwa-i-te-rangi, but also learn about how to make a good moemoeā (wish) come true!
A fun and whānau focussed way to learn about Matariki and each of the 9 whetū.
Many schools, kura and classrooms have special manu and rākau they associate with. We've created these to add to your classroom and learn from.
DoC recordings of native birdsong all prepped for mindfulness, imaginative writing, tummy breathing time - you choose.
This activity takes inspiration from the ordinary, yet extraordinary things in our natural world, as a mindfulness technique.
Boost children’s awareness of the world around them.
From our friends at the Department of Conservation, this activity combines physical activity, mindfulness and being outside. All of best wellbeing bits that tamariki love!
From our friends at the Department of Conservation, this activity combines taking notice of what's around us and immersing ourselves in the moment . Deep, calming sigh....!
From our friends at the Department of Conservation - we love that this idea is so accessible to everyone while in home-learning, and the combination of reading (learning) and being outdoors will help tamariki feel great!
From our friends at the Department of Conservation. While lots of our tamariki love being outside, sometimes having something to hunt for can add a layer of excitement and increase the exercise!
