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Be the Kiwi
Compare the North and South of New Zealand. Exploritive minds identify which island is better to live on, taking into consideration such things as social, political, and economic aspects. They research an argument to present and debate...
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Be the Kiwi: Culture of New Zealand
Tenth graders discover details about the history of New Zealand. In this global studies lesson, 10th graders read about the cultural groups and traditions of the country and then complete a passport activity based on their...
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Be the Kiwi: Government and Politics in New Zealand
Students examine the structure of government in New Zealand. In this government instructional activity, students listen their instructor present information about the government in New Zealand then create diagrams that compare its...
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Be the Kiwi: New Zealand Unit Lesson
Young scholars participate in a learning celebration at the end of a unit on New Zealand. In this global studies lesson, students share what they learned about the nation, watch "The Whale Rider," and eat foods from New Zealand.
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Be the Kiwi: New Zealand Introductory Activity
Students get a taste of New Zealand. In this global studies lesson, students view photographs from the country and discuss its geographic location and features. Students then participate in a scavenger hunt based on facts about the nation.
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Maori Bird Kite
Learners research the origins and themes of kites, especially those made by the Maori people of New Zealand. They build and decorate a kite with an authentic Maori theme. Students fly their kites and adjust them as needed for stability.
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Words in the News: New Maori King
Learners work together in groups to identify new vocabulary words. They read a story about the new Maori King in New Zealand and answer questions. They also examine reported speech in the article.
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Be the Kiwi: History of New Zealand Part 2
Students discover details regarding the history of New Zealand. For this New Zealand history lesson, students complete a resource guide that requires them to conduct research to learn about the entire history of the nation.
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Be the Kiwi: History of New Zealand
Students discover details regarding the settlement of New Zealand. In this New Zealand history lesson, students read about the Maori people in their textbooks and then complete a vocabulary square activity worksheet.
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Playing with Money (From the New Zealand Point of View)
Students explore the exchange rates for five countries. They identify the units of currency of a number of countries. Students convert money amounts accurately from New Zealand dollars to another currency. They graph currency...
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Day Eight Lesson- The Whale Rider
Students examine cultural differences through the reading of The Whale Rider by Witi Ihimaera. In this language arts lesson, students work in groups to analyze chapters 11 and 12 of the novel; these chapters highlight...
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Maori Stick Game
Students explore Maori culture in the New Zealand area and play the Maori Stick Game.
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New Zealand Koru Art
Students learn about and create koru art. In this cultural art instructional activity, students read M?ori legends and learn about M?ori koru designs. Students practice forming a koru shape, and, when ready,draw a large koru on cartridge...
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Hindu Festival - Let's Celebrate Diwali
Students explore characteristics, roles and cultural expressions of Indian community in New Zealand. They describe traditional practices of Diwali Festival, collect and record information, design open-ended questionnaire, create Diwali...
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Be the Kiwi: Web Quest
Students demonstrate their own uniqueness in a poster, brochure, banner, or other visual manner. For this uniqueness lesson, students determine characteristics that make the kiwi, heroes, and the country of New Zealand...
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Be the Kiwi
Students explore aspects of New Zealand's environment. In this environmental geography lesson, students research the geography, resources and climate of New Zealand. This lesson includes a game, rubric, and extension.
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Sanctuary: Quail Island Banks
Students explore visual arts by examining a diorama in class. In this geography lesson, students examine an island off the coast of New Zealand and identify the physical attributes of the land. Students answer study questions...
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Be the Kiwi: Money and Banking
Students practice converting money systems and interest. In this money lesson, students convert U.S. and New Zealand dollars. Students also discuss international travel and money exchange rates.
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Kool Kumara Lesson Plans
Students examine the Kaipara region of New Zealand and practice research and writing skills. In this social studies lesson, students use a template to create their own Kool Kumara Pal. Students explore a day in the life of...
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Scavenger Hunt for Coins of the World--New Zealand, Japan and France!
Students explore the history, culture and currency of the countries they "visit" using the US Mint Coins of the World activity. Students find the answers to a Scavenger Hunt Questions handout for the country being studied. Students...
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Be the Kiwi: What is going on in New Zealand?
Students study the three environmental issues facing New Zealand today. In this ecology lesson, students brainstorm some solutions to these environmental issues. They share what they have written in their journals.
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Sanctuary: Quail Island Banks Peninsula
Students explore world geography by creating a 3D diorama. In this New Zealand land form lesson, students examine color images of New Zealand's wildlife and discuss the different elements inside them. Students utilize these images...
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A Global Perspective on Immigration
To gain a global perspective on immigration, groups investigate and create a map of the migration patterns in Africa, Asia, Europe, Latin America, and the Middle East. Class members then examine the background, immigration history, and...
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Rain Shadows
Satellite images from NASA help scholars focus on the similarities on the planet rather than the differences. The photos from the installment of a larger PBS series exploring weather and climate compare geological formations in the...
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