Begin the te reo Māori journey with a focus on understanding the importance of te reo and tikanga Māori. This full-term unit builds foundational language skills as students learn to talk about themselves, others, and their immediate world.

Through scaffolded tasks, structured practice, and supported learning activities, students build confidence using basic vocabulary, sentence patterns, and everyday expressions. This unit fosters curiosity and sets a strong foundation for future learning.

Explore identity, belonging, and what makes each person unique while building confidence in te reo Māori. This unit supports students to learn karakia, introduce themselves, and share connections to people and places.

Through reflective discussions, personal storytelling, and collaborative tasks, students explore who they are and what shapes their identity. This unit strengthens language skills while supporting deeper connections to self and others.

Explore te reo Māori through topics relevant to rangatahi, including hobbies, sport, music, social media, and everyday activities. This unit supports students to use te reo in authentic situations as they describe themselves, talk about what they enjoy, and share their daily lives.

Through interactive digital challenges, pair activities, and real-life scenarios, students practise language that reflects their everyday experiences. This unit helps make te reo Māori normalised, meaningful, and exciting for junior learners.