This term we have been learning all about the Marae. We have learned that…….
- The Marae is an important focal point for the community.
- The Marea is a place where tradition and customs can be carried out.
- The Marae is a place where people can express their values with dignity.
- There are many kawa ( protocols) that prevail on the marae.
- Marae kawa (protocols) can differ between maraes and iwi.
We have focussed on some key concepts when doing this learning. 
These are listed and explained in the table below. 
| 
Concept | 
Definition -  
give the meaning of these concepts in your own words.  | 
| 
Tikanga | 
A custom  | 
| 
PÅwhiri | 
Its when the  people of the marae welcoming . | 
| 
Tangata whenua | 
Its the people that have a family history with the marae. | 
| 
Manuhiri | 
The people that are visitors to the marae. | 
| 
Tūrangawaewae | 
It gives you a base, rights and obligations. | 
| 
Whanaungatanga | 
family | 
| 
Manaakitanga | 
respect | 
| 
Aroha | 
love | 
Something I would like to learn more about the marae is……...  What type of food the eat.
 

