Ways tamariki demonstrate whakatoi in everyday activities and play may include: People who are adept in this skill can lighten a difficult situation without losing focus.

The humour of whakatoi is also highly regarded in Te Ao Māori for both social and speaking skills. These dispositions are what Māui used to obtain the jaw bone that he snuck onto his brothers’ waka to fish up Te Ika a Māui (The North Island).įor Māori, cheekiness is what helps tamariki to explore, be curious, and socialise. Māui was renowned for being cheeky and curious and he is often called Māui the trickster. Providing leadership opportunities for tamariki to share prior knowledge in a variety of ways, for example, directly from the child, from a whānau member, or by the kaiako sharing a learning story about the child.Īlso referred to as haututū, whakatoi means cheekiness, curiosity, and confidence. Identifying the attributes a child has shown to persevere at something. Showing pride when they have accomplished something. Standing up for themselves or for a friend in a strong but peaceful way.Ĭhampioning equity and recognising courage in learning stories. Ways tamariki demonstrate rangatiratanga in everyday activities and play may include:Įnsuring that resources reflect all children’s cultures and home settings. In Te Whāriki the learning outcome “te rangatiratanga” involves children's contribution to “become increasingly capable of recognising and appreciating their own ability to learn.” Māui led his whānau by having the courage to think outside of the box to solve problems that hindered their progress. The disposition of rangatiratanga is seen through the child’s determination, problem-solving skills, persistence, courage, and assertiveness. Te Whatu Pōkeka “highlights rangatiratanga, whakatoi, manaakitanga, and aroha as learning dispositions that are valued in Te Ao Māori” (page 23).īelow are some examples and strategies of how kaiako may recognise and support these through cultural narrative and using Māui as a mentor. One way kaiako enact a Māori world view in practice is by paying attention to attributes or traits familiar and important to Māori. Playcentre – whānau-led early childhood education service Leadership for learning webinar recording Pathways to school and kura webinar recording Te kauhaurangi mō ngā pēpi me ngā kōhungahunga He whakatakinga kauhaurangi mō Te Whāriki He kauhaurangi, he awheawhe Webinars and workshops Webinars and workshops He rautaki, he rauemi Teaching strategies and resources Teaching strategies and resources Pacific learners – supporting and enhancing successīuilding relationships with families in Fanau Pasifika Kindergarten Te hāngai i ngā mahi ki Te Whāriki (2017)Īligning our practice to Te Whāriki (2017) National Education and Learning Priorities (NELP) and Te Whāriki Hoahoatia te marau Design your curriculum Design your curriculum

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