Learning Intentions
We are learning to research waka connections carefully and decide whether a waka line is ready to use.
Waka Research Template
Use this template to research waka connections carefully before deciding whether a waka line belongs in your pepeha.
Success Criteria
I can record sources, check reliability, and choose a respectful pepeha or mihimihi line based on what I know.
What to print
Print one copy per student before Lesson 2 research. Students may take it home for whānau-supported checking.
Research with care
Waka connections are whakapapa knowledge. If you do not know your waka, do not invent one. You can ask whānau, use reliable iwi sources, or leave the line out until you are ready.
My research question
What am I trying to find out?
Possible waka name
Write only what you can verify or are still checking.
Connection
What iwi, hapū, whānau, or rohe connection is this linked to?
Pronunciation
Who can help me say this correctly?
Source check
| Source | What it told me | How reliable is it? | What do I still need to ask? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whānau / trusted person | Strong Needs checking | ||
| Iwi, marae, or rohe source | Strong Needs checking | ||
| Book, website, or class resource | Strong Needs checking |
My decision
Choose the sentence that fits your evidence and comfort level.
I can say: Ko tōku waka.
I am still checking this line and will not present it yet.
I will use a mihimihi line instead: E mihi ana ki .
Curriculum alignment
- Learning Languages — Pāhekoheko · Emergent 1: “Pepeha follow a specific structure made up of key elements that each serve a purpose in expressing identity, belonging, and whakapapa.”