This is the week when Matariki is celebrated. Matariki is the Māori New Year. It is nearly the middle of winter when the earth (papatuanuku) is at rest, when the family, especially the 'gardeners' in the family turn their thoughts to the new season and what to plant. It is cold outside and ideal for families to be snug inside keeping warm and enjoying being together. In the days gone by this is the time when Taua and Poua would tell stories to their mokopuna. They would also talk about whakapapa and whanau.
Here are some ideas for small children's art work for Matariki. Lots of glitter!
