Programme Plan: Maori History - Pukekura Toroa
Maori History - Pukekura Toroa Taiaroa Head, also known as Pukekura, is
an important site to Kai Tahu whanui. In addition to being the location
of a pa (fortified village), toroa (albatross) hold spiritual
significance and are a symbol of peace. Students have a wonderful
opportunity to experience the Maori history of the area through stories
and observations. The ancestry is recorded through a beautiful
Poutokomanawa (carved by the people of Otakou) and children are told the
legend of Tarewai. They discover the significance of the albatross
feathers woven in a tukutuku panel. Educational games highlight the use
of the local resources and the programme ends with a locally composed
waiata.
Time: 2 hours
Age Focus: Years 2-6
Curriculum Area: Social Studies (Level 2-4), Maori
Cost: $4/person
| Time: | Activity: |
| Arrive, meet guide at reception - please arrive 10 minutes early | |
| 0 min |
Displays (15 min) - Story of Tarawai - Pou, Tuku Tuku panels Education Room (15 min) - Intro to how different groups view and use Pukekura |
| 30 min |
Observatory (30 min) - Viewing of site and wildlife - Maori language (place names, bird names, colours, numbers) - Parts of Toroa (game) - Importance of seabirds to Maori (game)) |
| 1 hour |
Education Room (30 min) - Timeline Game - Maori Resources game - Tarewai game, Whai - make toroa with string - Kai crossword - Whakapapa crossword |
| 1.5 hours |
Education Room (30 min) - Waiata - Wrap-up |
| 2 hours | Depart |
