Te Wiki o te Reo Māori 2017
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Every year since 1975 New Zealand has marked Māori Language Week. This is a time for all New Zealanders to celebrate te reo Māori (the Māori language) and to use more Māori phrases in everyday life. In 2017 Māori Language Week runs from 11-17 September, the theme is 'Kia ora te reo' – which celebrates New Zealand’s indigenous greeting and the intent of te reo Māori revitalisation efforts between the Crown and Māori.
- How do you celebrate Maori Language Week in your class/school? by saying Maori words
- Why is this an important week to New Zealand? because it is important to culture
- How does New Zealand celebrate Maori Language Week? by celebrating in different ways
- Can you name any local places of significance that have a Maori name?Why are they significant? ephia i don't understand it is so special
- What is your favourite Maori phrase or a saying you have heard this week? don't know
- What other languages are a part of your school and are these celebrated? i don't under stand
- What are the three official languages of New Zealand? not sure
- If New Zealand was to officially celebrate another language what language do you think that should be? Why? english it is important to every body
- Do you know of other countries that celebrate a second language in their country? What country and how do they celebrate? no none
We look forward to seeing you on Wednesday at 2pm for our chat.
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