Lesson Planning
Look in depth at the New Zealand rugby team and its history. Understand the significance of the Haka to their culture and why they perform a Haka at the World Cup. In groups, design a Haka.
Teaching Outcomes:
- To understand the significance of the Haka to New Zealand culture.
- To design and choreograph a haka.
Children will:
- Understand the haka's place in New Zealand's sporting history.
- Talk about the significance of the Haka to the culture of New Zealand and why it is performed at the Rugby World Cup.
- Design and practice a haka.