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Matariki at Mana

22 July 2019

When the seven star cluster of Matariki rises in the dawn winter sky, it is time to celebrate a new year, the natural world, the togetherness of whānau, and new beginnings…

Biculturalism is important to us and explored through the many unique ways our centre celebrates Matariki. To celebrate Matariki at Mana this year, families gathered together under the star-spangled evening sky, to share kai and celebrate our children’s art gallery.

Everyday in lots of different ways, opportunities present themselves for our children to engage in mathematical concepts.

No doubt over the years we’ve all had a wee dabble playing with play dough- whether it be the commercial play-doh brand that was first marketing as a play product in the 1950’s or the homemade version that has been whipped up in kitchens all around the world. There are many reasons why playdough is so popular and the skills developed through playing with this medium go far deeper than just imagination and creativity!

There’s no denying the delight that bubbles can bring for children and adults alike! As an adult it comes naturally to us to be able to blow bubbles, but have you ever thought about the different skills it takes?

Matariki at Mana

Maths in Action

The Magic of Playdough

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