Matariki is now officially celebrated as a public holiday in Aotearoa, New Zealand. The dates shift every year, depending on the rising of the Matariki cluster of stars. Māori New Year is celebrated when Matariki appears again in the sky. Matariki is a cluster of stars that is also known as the Pleiades and can be seen from late May or early June. There is much to learn and experience about Matariki. Here are some good places to start that journey: - Te Papa : a range of educational resources, including this free downloadable activity book. - Here's how to find Matariki in the sky! Youtube clip. - Learning about the stars from the Auckland Stardome . '...Nāna nei i hanga a Aketura, a Tautoru, a Matariki, me ngā rūma i te tonga." Hopa 9:9 ...and set the stars in place - the Big Dipper and Orion, the Pleides and the stars in the southern sky. How to celebrate Matariki with your church and community These are some ideas for celebrating Matariki. If you have an idea to sha
What a great day was had by all; Lots of fun, some challenging and inspiring thoughts. And wonderful people who do great things every week in their communities with children and families.
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