Ngā Hononga — Connections Template

Phase 2 (Years 4–6) · A safe way to explore identity, belonging, and responsibility

Phase 2 Years 4–6 Printable Whakawhanaungatanga

How to use (5–10 mins)

Choose your depth: ākonga can share names, initials, roles (“my auntie”), or draw symbols.
No pressure: whakapapa details (iwi/hapū/pepeha) are optional. Belonging can be shown in many ways.
Many whānau shapes: include whāngai, blended whānau, foster care, chosen whānau, and solo-parent homes.

Class agreement (suggested): We listen with respect. We don’t judge. We don’t retell someone else’s story. We can pass.

Page 1: Ko Wai Au? Who am I?

Write, draw, or use symbols

👤 Tōku Ingoa My name

You can include your nickname, or just your first name.

🗣️ Ngā Reo Languages I use

Tick any that fit, then add your own.

English Te reo Māori NZ Sign Language Another language: ____________________

⭐ Ngā Tāngata My people

People who care for me, teach me, or help me feel safe (whānau, friends, coaches, neighbours, kaiako).

🗺️ Ngā Wāhi My places

Draw a simple map or symbols for places that matter to you (home, school, park, river, marae, whenua).

🤝 Ka kōwhiri au ki te tiri… I choose to share…

Tick one. You can change your mind at any time.

Just me With a buddy With a small group With the class

Page 2: Ngā Uara Values & actions

Show your values by what you do

🌿 Ngā Uara My values

Choose 2–3. Add an example of what it looks like.

Manaakitanga — caring for others Whanaungatanga — building relationships Kaitiakitanga — caring for places and nature Whakaute — respect Aroha — kindness Another value: ____________________

Example: “I show manaakitanga by…”

💎 Ōku Pūmanawa My strengths (my koha)

What are you good at? What do you bring to your class/whānau?

✅ Taku Kupu Whakaae My commitment

One small action you will try this week.

🌺 Optional: Pepeha / Whakapapa

If you know it and want to include it. It’s okay to leave blank.

Curriculum alignment

Text Studies — Knowledge: Introductions in presentations or other speaking situations in New Zealand can include practices such as pepeha and mihi, acknowledging place and people, introducing the speak…
Language Studies — Knowledge: Introductions in presentations or other speaking situations in New Zealand can include practices such as pepeha and mihi, acknowledging place and people, introducing the speak…
Text Studies — Practices: Beginning a presentation or speaking situation with an introduction that helps make connections with the audience, appropriate to the context. For example, sharing pepeha, whi…
Language Studies — Practices: Beginning a presentation or speaking situation with an introduction that helps make connections with the audience, appropriate to the context. For example, sharing pepeha, whi…
Text Studies — Knowledge: Discussions have different purposes (e.g. sharing ideas, asking questions, giving feedback, and solving problems) and ways of participating (e.g. offering suggestions or opini…

Hononga Marautanga · Curriculum Alignment

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