Group Learning Story

Giggle Pot's Early Childhood Centre: Ranginui and Pāpatuanuku- Part One

Today the children were introduced to the maori paradigm of Nga Atua. Nga Atua are the maori deity that embody our physical world. The different offspring of Ranginui and Papatuanuku were discussed. Through conversations with whanau, we have learnt that one child is able to whakapapa back to these Gods of this very story. If parents/ caregivers and whanau

"Again again!!" Charlie announced.

"The Earth Mother!" Julia said.

The children took an interest in this exposure to a new way of thinking. They repeatedly watched this youtube clip so they would have plenty to talk about if you wish to gain an understanding for yourself. After lunch, the children became involved in a volcano making experiment in the sandpit. We talked about the pepe (baby) of the family; Ruamoko (God of earthquakes and volcanoes) and how the baking soda and vinegar would represent his lava flow.