How do the Maori celebrate Matariki?
Matariki is a special tradition.
It’s the Maori New Year when the stars of Matariki come out. They believe the brighter the stars are, the more the crops
will grow.
People believe that the Sky
father Ragninui was so angry when he was separated from the Earth mother Papatuanuku that he threw bits of his two eyes
into the heavens. These bits became the stars
of Matariki. Of course, this is just one of the Matariki myths.
There are lots of things to do
during Matariki. But the main thing people do, is spend time with whanau (family.) People usually have some quality family
time having a nice big feast. To have even more
family time the night before the feast people usually invite all of their family
to have a family reunion.
During Matariki people usually have
a celebration including lots of dancing and singing. (including the kids.) Celebrations include using Poi’s and big manly
Haka. To celebrate Matariki people also go out
on the streets at night playing music
and dancing to the rhythm.
Hi Ikos i like how you said that During matariki people usually have a celebration including lots of dancing and singing.Your story is really cool. BY:Rouruina
ReplyDeleteHi Ikos I like your story about Matariki. I like how you said the sky father rangnininui separated from the earth.By the way have you celebrated Matariki.
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What a wonderful piece of writing Ikos! Very informative.
ReplyDeleteHi Rouruina, thanks for the comment! I think my story is cool also.-Ikos-
ReplyDeleteHi David, thanks a lot! Yes I celebrate Matariki every year!-Ikos-
ReplyDeleteHi Mrs. Leonard! thank you a lot! That means a lot to me coming from the principle.-Ikos-
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