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Matariki is a constellation of stars that has been known to Maori for hundreds of years. It marks the beginning of the Maori New Year, and is a time for celebration, the planting of new crops, feasting and reflection. Learn about Matariki and try some of the activities in this book. Listen to the story of Matariki and sing the songs on the CD.Contents
Contents : Introduction; Matariki, the constellation -- What is Matariki? -- The story of Matariki -- Constellations and star charts -- How to see Matariki -- the Maori calendar and crop growing -- Matariki and the gathering of the birds -- Matariki and fishing -- The Maori New Year = Te Tau Hou -- Some ways to celebrate Matariki -- Matariki kites -- Bibliography -- Song lyrics [Maori & English].Additional Info
CD contents : track 1 - The story of Matariki / track 2 - E mata e / track 3 - Tirama / track 4 - E ara Matariki / track 5 - Matariki.
