Te Reo Challenge: Body Parts

 LI: To create an animation showcasing the different body parts in maori.

The above animation is this weeks Te Reo Challenge which is set by Ms. Pryde. First we started by using  animating sites like Powtoon and Pixton to start with the work. We chose an avatar so it would be easy to explain the topic. The animation covers body parts like mouth, legs, feet, eyes, teeth, elbow. nose, fingers, toes, hair, head, ears, shoulders, knee and hands with a line explaining its role in the body. By doing such activities I think I am increasing and developing my maori vocabulary which I think is very important. I come to know many new topics every time I complete a Te Reo Challenge and this time I have learned about the body. I would love to complete many such challenges.

Te Reo Challenge: Family Tree

 LI: To create a google draw that showcases your family members.

The above google draw is made for the Te Reo Challenge this week, and the topic was about a family tree. We first wrote all the names of our family members on a piece of paper and then wrote the maori meanings. We then made a family chart roughly to see the size and plan our work. Once I was ready with my work I added it on a google draw. To make it look creative and eye-catchy I made a background which includes a tree, birds and grass. After completing this task I came to know all the meaning of the family members in maori and this task was very knowledgeable for me. I am eagerly waiting for the next challenge!

Te Reo Challenges: Powhiri

 LI: To create a presentation which tells others what a powhiri is.

The above google slide showcases my learning on the topic of powhiri as a part of the Te Reo Challenges. The topics I have covered are the meaning of wero, karanga, manuhiri, whaikorero, koha, hongi and kai. I tried to include more pictures as they have a significant role presenting the information. I found interesting that hongi is rubbing of noses and a way to great the visitors. Learning about hongi was something so knowledgeable as it is a very different and kind way to greet. I didn't know anything about powhiri and after completing this task and researching about the different rituals I came to know a lot. 

Te Reo Challenge: Matariki Cluster

LI: To make a drawing showcasing the seven Matariki stars.

The above google draw showcases the drawing on the seven Matariki stars as my Te Reo Challenge set by Ms. Pryde. The topic of the Maori New Year was something new for me and I came to know a lot about the beliefs and celebration done on this day. I loved the thought that it is a day when the people forget their past and plan for their future. It is also a day when the family meets together and also tell others about the struggles and life of their ancestors. The best part is that it is a day when the people respect each others culture, traditions and beliefs. I would love to complete more challenges set by Ms. Pryde as I come to know about new topics.  

 

Te Reo Challenge: Maori Counting

LI: To learn Maori numbers forward to backward theough fun activity.

  Link to the video with Afatia and Liletina

The above picture showcases the steps to follow and make the fun video. We always get a Te Reo Challenge which is set by Ms. Pryde. Me, Liletina and Afatia first practiced this for a week and then when we were sure for making the video we went to the playground and used screencastify to make the video. This activity was quite tricky for us but we enjoyed a lot as we made some mistakes and then repeated it again. We all made several mistakes but we were very happy when we finally made our video. I would love to complete other Te Reo Challenges.

Te Reo Challenges: Kowhaiwhai Patterns

LI: To design a Kowhaiwhai pattern for our PBS Te Reo blog.

Kowhaiwhai patterns art from the Maori culture which tell a story through the drawings. Kowhaiwhai patterns are used in the Wharenui, a place where the traditional meetings and sleepovers take place. My Kowhaiwhai pattern means the combining of the superior water power and the powerful life power. The green structure depicts the life through greenery where as the blue structure depicts the beautiful water. After a lot of destruction to human life these two superior powers are combining to begin human life again.