Wāhanga 2: Whāia te pae tawhiti
Pakiwaitara Rokiroki
Wāhanga 2: Language reflects the existing and potential life needs of the family
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Ruakere Hond: Language reflects the existing and potential life needs of the family. The uncanny ability of Māori speakers to speak superb English. The role of schools and local communities to support the language.
Mataia Keepa: There is always support for those who are embarrassed.
Posted: 06/27/2016 06:16 pm
Tasha: For me it's about the big picture
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Tasha Webby: Fears are natural and common. A Māori environment deals to those fears, by making you feel welcome.
Posted: 06/27/2016 05:38 pm
Tānira: He kawenga o ngā mātua
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Tānira Cooper: The school is not a baby sitter. Everyone is involved in the child’s education.
Posted: 06/27/2016 05:28 pm
Nathan: Do you speak in the language
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Nathan Picchi: Am I a Māori or not? How do I know?
Posted: 06/27/2016 04:25 pm
Nathan: Began to speak
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Nathan Picchi: I was scared of our own language. After learning the alphabet I thought I was fluent.
Posted: 06/27/2016 04:23 pm
Ronnie: There's nothing more important
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Veronica Tāwhai: You can learn your reo with your tamariki.
Posted: 06/27/2016 03:41 pm