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Te Whariki Theory

The Five Strands

The five aims from Te whariki theory included within the early childhood curriculum:

Mana Atua - Well-being

Mana Whenua - Belonging

Mana Tangata - Contribution

Mana Reo - Communication

Mana Aotura - Exploration

The strands are both expressed in both Maori and English language,empowering in both cultures.

This links with 'Every Child Matters' with the five goals for children to achieve.

History of Te Whariki

Concept of

Te Whariki

  • Te Whariki began in 1991
  • Te Wkariki theroy frist draft was released in 1993
  • In1996, The Minister of education launched the final version of Te Whariki

Meaning of Te Whariki

To provide a curriculum where language and culture could be brought together and introduced into the learning enviroment.

Te Whariki translates from the Maroi language of Aotearoa. Meaning, 'a woven mat for all to stand on'

Te Whariki enables the early childhood serivces, their teachers, families and children to 'weave' strands of education together.

Summary

It is about twenty years since the Te Whariki Theroy was first introduced, the theory is still very much used within the New Zeland early childhood curriculum.

The curriculum is based on the following goals for children.

"To grow up as competent and confident learners and commuicators, healthy in mind, body and spirit. Secure in their sense of belonging and in the knowledge that they make a valued contribution to the world."

Ministry of education, New Zeland 1996

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