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Celebrating Matariki togather
Our tamariki have been learning a lot about Matariki, in both large and small groups. Together, they have explored Matariki through stories, craft creations, kai, kanikani, and kōrero. Ngā tamariki had painted pictures of their night sky to display in the classroom and made paper stars to represent the nine stars of Matariki. Through the many variations of the Matariki story, we have discovered together how the story varies depending on where in New Zealand the story was documented and how different iwi have their own version of this important time of year, while also sharing some similarities. We decided to celebrate this special time together with a delicious homemade vegetable and ham hock soup.
The tamariki loved being a part of this by helping to prepare vegetables by peeling and washing them. Our shared soup, along with Rewana bread and the many contributions of our whānau made for a wonderful and reflective Matariki celebration at the centre. The event was finished with toasted marshmallows over an open fire, eaten with the refreshing, cool breeze of a Winter's evening on our faces. Matariki is a time to gather with whānau and friends to reflect on the past, celebrate the present, and plan for the future. We hope you all find a special way to celebrate Matariki and enjoy it with your whānau.