17/09/2026
This Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori, our Under Twos have been focusing on ‘Tōku Tinana’ (My Body). We have been enjoying exploring and learning the Te Reo names for different parts of our bodies through a range of fun, hands-on experiences.
The tamariki have loved sketching and painting their bodies, developing their creativity along the way. We have also been singing ‘Mahunga Pakahiwa’, using actions to help us remember the names for different parts of our bodies.
Throughout our everyday play and interactions, we have been practising simple te reo Māori phrases and questions, such as ‘Kei hea tō ihu?’ (Where is your nose?) etc, encouraging the tamariki to listen, respond, and build confidence using new words.
It has been wonderful to see the tamariki engaging with te reo Māori through music, movement, art, and meaningful interactions, making our learning both enjoyable and memorable.
Through our Bee Curious curriculum, this learning encourages tamariki to be curious about themselves and their bodies while developing their communication, confidence, creativity, and sense of belonging. By using te reo Māori in meaningful, everyday experiences, we support tamariki to build an appreciation for language and culture while learning through play, exploration, movement, and relationships.
