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• To strengthen the fine muscles in their hands and fingers, which will help them when they start writing letters and numbers.
• Home is the first learning place and the whānau are the first teachers a child has.
• A young child doesn’t always need special learning activities. Simple everyday household activities and routines can provide learning experiences in a familiar environment.

You’ll need: Some paper and pens, kai to share, your Hiwa-i-te-rangi wish.

1. Set a Matariki shared-kai date for friends and whānau.
2. Make some invitations - be sure to include whētu (stars) and give them out.
3. Share kai and enjoy your time together!
4. Once dark, go outside together and send your wishes to hiwa-i-te-rangi.

Extra: You might like to make whētu shaped chips or cupcakes with star decorations.