On day one we had to write down 3 facts about Maui.
- Maui was a fisherman who dragged up a giant fish now known as the North Island. His Waka that he was in with his brothers is what is known as the South Island.
- Maui fished up the North Island by hiding in the haul of his brother's waka. He used strong flax and a jawbone his ancestor gifted him. He also used blood from his nose to create bait to catch the fish.
- Maui wasn't greedy like his brothers. He wanted to keep the fish for the people, as his grandmother Murirangawhenua had said. "Guard our fish, and I will return soon with our people. Unfortunately his brothers had already started chopping into the fish. Which are now the gullies and Mountains of the North Island.
- Maui and the Sun
- The fish of Maui
Kia ora Will,
ReplyDeleteWelcome to the Summer Learning Journey for 2017-2018! My name is Emiely (pronounced "Emily") and I will be replying to your blogs. Using bullet points is a great way to organise your three facts - well done! I also like that you have added lots of detail to each fact. This gives the reader lots of information about Maui. I have also heard of Maui and the Sun. Which Maui legend is your favourite and why?
It is lovely to see that you have made a fantastic and early start to the Summer Learning Journey. I look forward to reading more of you blog posts this summer.
Noho ora mai,
Emiely :)
Hi Will
ReplyDeleteWelcome to the Summer learning Journey. I am really pleased that you have made your first post.
Good work with the first activity! You have really understood the story well. Remember there are lots of really cool myths and legends about Maui. We are always looking for someone who knows lots about myths and legends for the Kids Lit teams. We have lots of these in Nga Manawa and you could have a look next year at school.
Its great that you have heard of other myths too.
I look forward to reading your post over the summer. Don't forge to go and comment on other students blogs, its a great way to earn extra points.
Until next time
Allie :)