Te Reo Term 4

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 Marae 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 focussed 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	Maori culture or customs.
Pōwhiri	A welcoming ceremony
Tangata whenua	The local people linked to the Marae
Manuhiri	Guests to the Marae.
Tūrangawaewae	Our connections to the marae.
Whanaungatanga	Family connection
Manaakitanga	To house guests.
Aroha	Love and care.

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 the rules and guidelines around visiting the Marae.