Matariki is all about watching the stars and learning about them. There are nine stars in the Matariki cluster. The nine stars of the Matariki cluster are named Waipuna-ā-rangi, Hiwa-i-te-rangi, Waitā, Pōhutukawa, Waitī, Ururangi, Matariki, Tupu-ā-nuku and Tupu-ā-rangi. As we were getting creative making salt dough stars, we were learning about these stars in the Matariki cluster. Look at these stars we made. How beautiful
To celebrate Matariki, we made Manu tukutuku inspired by our book, The seven kites of Matariki. Kites are called Manu tukutuku. Birds are called Manu, and kites fly like birds! Kites had always played an important role in Māori culture, particularly during the winter when they were flown to signify the start of Matariki, the Māori New Year.
Collaborative Art Inspired by a Starry Night.
Today we explored a group art experience inspired by "Vincent Van Gogh" art work titled Starry night. During this time the children were able to explore the paint through using tools or their hands to swirl and mix the paint. This art experience provide the children with a holistic learning experience, where they develop social, emotional, cognitive and creative skills, while also fostering a sense of community and empowerment. Our children also learn to appreciate diversity and value different perspectives in this collaboration. They also gain an understanding that each individual brings unique ideas and abilities to the table, fostering a sense of respect and inclusiveness. They learn to to develop skills such as being able to negotiate, compromise as the navigate through the creative process as a group, whilst appreciating the contributions of others and celebrating the journey as well as the end product.
