Te Reo, term 4 2016

This term we have been learning all about the Marae. We have learned that…….

• The Marae is an important focal point for the community.
• The Marea is a place where tradition and customs can be carried out.
• The Marae is a place where people can express their values with dignity.
• There are many kawa ( protocols) that prevail on the marae.
• Marae kawa (protocols) can differ between maraes and iwi.

We have focused on some key concepts when doing this learning.

These are listed and explained in the table below.

Concept	Definition - give the meaning of these concepts in your own words.
Tikanga	doing things correctly
Pōwhiri	welcoming people onto your land
Tangata whenua	people who are connected to the marae
Manuhiri	people who come to the marae
Tūrangawaewae	its is a home base
Whanaungatanga	relationships and family
Manaakitanga	caring for people when the come
Aroha	love and hospitality

See this video for an explanation of the roles and responsibilities of people on a marae.

Something I would like to learn more about the marae is……... experiencing it so i learn more.