Matariki is also the word for the maori new year, which marks the rise of matariki and the sighting of the new moon. A random act of violence leaves eight people in crisis, searching for hope and new beginnings, as the matariki constellation maori new year rises in the southern skies. Matariki maori new year 2017 find out about this years matariki events. The star of the year by rangi matamua in midwinter, matariki rises in the predawn sky, and its observation is celebrated with incantations on hilltops at dawn, balls, exhibitions, dinners and a vast number of events. The koru that is all ready drawn in 1 section could be used to signify something about them or new beginnings. The film is told through five interweaving stories all set in the days leading to the rising of matariki. The first rising of the pleiades and of rigel puanga in northern maori, puaka in southern maori occurs just prior to sunrise in late may or early june. A lovely set of craft instructions, including a list of equipment and step by step instructions with photographs. Traditionally for maori when it appeared just before dawn in late may or early june, it signalled the start of the maori new year. A 17,000yearold painting in the lascaux caves in france depicts the matariki star cluster with tautoru the belt. The matariki tradition has been reestablished, and its regeneration coincides with a growing interest in maori astronomy. Matariki is the maori name of the star cluster also known as seven sisters or pleiades.
One of the most popular is that the star matariki is the whaea mother, surrounded by her six daughters. Jun 04, 20 the maori new year will be marked the rising of the star cluster called matariki or pleiades around the middle of june. With jason wu, xana tang, michael whalley, alix bushnell. There are examples for what each star represents and your kids can draw their own maori inspired symbols. The students were now eager to learn more about matariki and would be able to work towards the concert at the end of the term by creating waiata and plays. Matariki resource list with a focus on te katao o matariki the water stars of matariki explore our page on matariki. Matariki is the maori name for the star cluster known as the pleiades. This instructional resource the maori new year has always been celebrated with the rise of the star cluster matariki. If the stars are clear and bright, it is seen as a sign that a good season is coming. Also, we were asked to make a recording for kaiako who werent sure of the pronunciation. Matariki string stars craft instructions teacher made. This year we decided to make mixed media stars whetu as part of our learning.
After years of studying this manuscript and research into maori astronomy, dr rangi matamua has brought this manuscript to life in his new book matariki the star of the year. Matariki is the maori name for a group of seven stars known as the pleiades star cluster. In midwinter, matariki rises in the predawn sky, and its observation is. Using the matariki star cluster as a context for learning can cover many different subjects. However, star expert paraone gloyne says the debate is good for raising interest in the maori night sky. Matariki is also about bringing family and friends together and remembering loved ones who have died. Draw me a star paperstar book eric carle 0698116321 9780698116320. Matariki is the maori name for the group of stars known as the pleiades star cluster, and also known as the seven sisters. After matariki, the star cluster gets easier to see as it rises earlier and earlier in the morning, then later and later at night. Matariki resource list with a focus on te katao o matariki. For waikato astronomy researcher dr rangi matamua, traditional maori star knowledge and western science are not enemies but allies. First you provisionally cast on your stitches for the in brioche rows in the center. In aotearoa new zealand, the matariki star cluster disappears from view around april but reappears again in late may or early june. Matariki is the maori name for pleiades seven sisters, a small star cluster in the constellation taurus.
May 14, 2017 with matariki just around the corner again, my year 58 class has started learning more about the maori new year. Matariki is one of the star clusters nearest to earth. Matamua rangi in midwinter, matariki rises in the predawn sky, and its observation is celebrated with incantations on hilltops of dawn, balls, exhibitions, dinners and a vast number of events. He travels extensively throughout the country giving public lectures about matariki and maori astronomy. Te iwa o matariki the nine stars of matariki christchurch. There are about a thousand stars in matariki also known as the pleiades, but only about seven are visible to the unaided eye. Use this lovely matariki star circle art activity to encourage your students to look at symbolism for each of the matariki stars. Matariki can also be seen during the summer months in this location of the sky after sunset. The rise of the cluster of pleiades in winter sky marks the beginning of the maori new year. Matariki is a 2010 new zealand drama film set in otara, south auckland. The seven stars of matariki is a contemporary myth of love, magic and adventure that celebrates matariki and tells how the star cluster came into being. Matariki marks the end of the traditional harvest and the beginning of the new year planting season. Its first appearance in new zealands winter sky in late may, early june marks the start of a new phase of life. The seven stars of matariki rollestoncummins, toni, sladerobinson, nikki on.
Then, stitches from the sides and from the provisional cast on are picked up. But major misunderstandings of what and when matariki is are still common. This matariki book was resurrected from the depths of my rorohiko. Jun 30, 2009 the seven stars of matariki rollestoncummins, toni, sladerobinson, nikki on. In midwinter, matariki rises in the predawn sky, and its observation is celebrated with incantations on hilltops at dawn, balls, exhibitions, dinners and a vast number of events. Matariki fund takes the form of small oneoff financial contributions for specific matariki celebrations events and activities. Matariki is the maori name for the cluster of stars also known as the pleiades. She helps the stars reconnect with their lost sister ururangi and along the way discovers the things about herself that she wants to celebrate during the festival of matariki. Matariki is a growing tradition celebrating people, language, spirituality and history. Did you know that some maori tribes celebrated matariki by flying kites. The text contains some simple words in te reo maori alongside the english equivalent. Associate professor dr rangi matamua talks about his recently released book, matariki. Find out how to make a delta kite in 10 easy steps, and go kite flying with your family this matariki.
How does this resource excite and engage childrens learning. Ebooks can be purchased and downloaded from the relevant ebook. Its matariki, a sacred time for maori thats named after a specific star cluster. Some people think of matariki as a mother star with six daughters, and it is often referred to as the seven sisters.
Understand the significance, traditions, and how matariki is celebrated in new zealand through kai like kumera, waiata, kites and story. Featuring word searches, colouring pages, games, and stories, discover whats important. It is becoming an increasingly important part of the new zealand calendar. Now that you have learned a little about matariki why dont you take our quiz opens a new window and see how well you can do. This fantastic pack contains a selection of our matariki 9 stars themed resources. The star family of matariki story the star family of matariki story matariki and the six sisters te ono o matariki one of the most popular is that the star matariki is the whaea mother, surrounded by her six daughters, tupuanuku, tupuarangi, waipunarangi, waiti and waita, and ururangi. The stolen stars of matariki miriama kamo book instock buy. Click a book cover to listen, or one of these links. Matariki, a 2010 new zealand drama film set in otara, south auckland.
Eric carle toddler books childrens books space preschool preschool ideas preschool shapes preschool winter craft ideas outer space theme. His latest project uses historic star lore to shed light on modern environmental issues and is also a deeply personal quest that began with a dying grandfathers wish. Jun 01, 2017 this year the rise of matariki is from 17 to 20 june while the period of matariki is from 17 to 24 june. The rise of matariki in midwinter marks the start of the new year for most iwi in traditional maori culture. The matariki celebrationmust be held between 1 june and 15 june 2016. Matariki star weaving and other craft ides from christchurch city library. The star cluster was important for navigation and timing the seasons. Matariki happens at the end of harvesting and the next seasons crops are planted according to the brightness of the matariki star cluster. If you hold your arm outstretched, youd cover it with your thumb.
Search for upcoming events on eventfinda new zealand events find festivals, live gigs, music, theatre, arts, culture, sports events and entertainment in nz on eventfinda. The matariki baby blanket is worked in two sections. Our original digital story books and teaching materials. The film incorporates a variety of languages including, english, maori, tokelauan, samoan, and cantonese. Matariki for schools matariki nzhistory, new zealand.
The matariki tradition has been reestablished, and its regeneration coincides with a growing inter. Matariki is now celebrated in a variety of ways around aotearoa new zealand. Free activities for all ages to celebrate matariki, hosted by whangarei district libraries. Te iwa o matariki ruru 277kb png, 234kb pdf matariki whanau 292kb png, 264kb pdf te iwa o matariki colouring book te wananga o aotearoa. Matariki star weaving, flickr cclhomatariki20090612dsc00607. Dr rangi matamua tuhoe is a professor at the university of waikato, and his research fields are maori astronomy and star lore, maori culture, and maori language development, research and revitalisation. Matariki 9 stars maori new year resource pack how to celebrate matariki 9 stars maori new year in school. Similarly, there are seven founding member institutions in the mnu.
In midwinter, matariki rises in the predawn sky, and its observation is celebrated with incantations on hilltops at dawn, balls, exhibitions. Some say matariki is a mother surrounded by her six daughters while others suggest matariki is a male star. The teacher was pleased by the motivation in her class as a result of the visit. Art idea for matariki craft matariki flax stars or paper discover the importance of matariki, and explore ways you can celebrate matariki with your family.
Jun 04, 2017 after years of studying this manuscript and research into maori astronomy, dr rangi matamua has brought this manuscript to life in his new book matariki the star of the year. If the stars appear hazy and closely bunched together, a cold winter is. This book provides information about the festivals meaning and. Matarikis reappearance in the dawn sky traditionally signalled the start of the maori new year. Part 1 of 2 tuhoe legends surrounding the creation of star constellations waka huia tvnz 31 july 2011 duration. Weaving a harakeke star is one of the workshops sometimes included in our events programme for matariki. To be eligible for the te puni kokiri matariki fund the application must meet the criteria outlined below. Matariki will start on the 28th june 2014 what is matariki. Matariki can be translated in two ways mata riki tiny eyes and mata ariki eyes of god. The actual time for the celebration of matariki varies, some iwi tribe or clan celebrate it immediately, others wait until the rising of the next full moon, or. Dr rangi matamua talks to justin gregory to try and clear some of these up. He travels extensively throughout the country giving public lectures about matariki and maori astronomy follow rangi on facebook.
Includes banners and bunting to decorate your classroom and get all your students excited about the maori new year. Busy sisters learn of the wonderful story of matariki and how whizzy, zippy, zig zagging sisters can work together to complete very important tasks. Jun 25, 2019 matariki is officially celebrated on 25 june 2019. The festival of matariki begins when the first new moon occurs along with the appearance of the star cluster matariki pleiades, or seven sisters, in the eastern sky before dawn. Brzezin memorial book renee miller, fay vogel bussgang, a alperin. There are many legends about the star cluster matariki. Lastly, this matariki pukapuka was enlarged to a4 so that it could be read to the class.
Matariki will rise in front of the sun as though the sun is forcing matariki above heaven to show the maori people the environment is changing for their wellbeing. However, the matariki cluster can be seen from all parts of the world, and is most commonly known as pleiades. This gentle tale about celebrating matariki, the maori new year, finishes with an explanation of matariki its origins, traditions and how it is celebrated today. With matariki just around the corner again, my year 58 class has started learning more about the maori new year. May 03, 2016 busy sisters learn of the wonderful story of matariki and how whizzy, zippy, zig zagging sisters can work together to complete very important tasks. Matariki is the maori name for the star cluster known as pleiades.
The cluster can be found by looking northeast after the festival of matariki find orions belt and follow the three stars across the sky to the left until you find matariki. As part of the nationalmaori party agreement subsequent to the new zealand general election, 2011, both parties agreed to support a cultural heritage bill to recognise matarikipuanga, and to honour the peacemaking heritage established at parihaka. It features an ensemble cast and is the feature debut for. The big star in the middle is recommended for blanket sizes above 74. Compared with other star clusters, matariki is close to earth but its still 440 light years away. The beginning of the 21st century has seen a revival in matariki celebrations. Download a matariki activity book matariki pukapuka mahi from te papa suitable for ages 510 download star art weaving 478kb pdf download origami star for matariki 1mb pdf photos of matariki. It features an ensemble cast and is the feature debut for actors susana tang and jason wu. The constellation is also shown, with the maori names for each star. Behind dusty orange hills, where the sky stretches down to the sea. Still, there remain some unanswered questions about how matariki was traditionally observed. The star of the year by rangi matamua wheelers books.
Matariki is the maori name for the star cluster also known as the pleiades or seven sisters in other cultures. An introduction to the star group matariki known in other cultures as. Traditionally matariki season was the time to plant trees, prepare the land for planting crops and renew associations with whanau and. Experience the wonder of tamaki makaurau coming alive during matariki festival, 22 june 14 july 2019. Matariki observance june 6, 2016 matariki mata riki tiny eyes or mata ariki eyes of god is the maori name for the group of stars also known as the pleiades star cluster or the seven sisters. Matariki provides an ideal opportunity to explore the ways that people pass on and sustain aspects of their culture and heritage. Matariki crafts for kids to celebrate maori new year matariki crafts for kids this could be used when inquiring into matariki or use as an ako ako resource. Matariki, a star constellation representing a whanau family of six sisters and their mother, matariki. Te huihui o matariki read in te reo maori, by te kahumatamomoe taumata or the seven stars of matariki read by the author, toni rolleston. The maori new year will be marked the rising of the star cluster called matariki or pleiades around the middle of june. This year the rise of matariki is from 17 to 20 june while the period of matariki is from 17 to 24 june.
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