Blog Post Title : Te Reo, Term 4 2016. 0

Blog Post Title : Te Reo, Term 4 2016. 0

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

- Marae is a place where people get looked after.

• 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 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	It is a custom way of doing things.
Pōwhiri	To welcome others on to a marae.
Tangata whenua	People who are connected to a marae.
Manuhiri	People visiting a marae.
Tūrangawaewae	Gives you somewhere to stay.
Whanaungatanga	It means connection or belonging
Manaakitanga	Care for someone.
Aroha	Loving and caring for others.

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.................

- How many people can stay at a marae.