Hōtaka ManakohiEducation Programmes

Tangata Whenua – People of the Land

Learn how tangata whenua used natural resources, connected and adapted to their land and overcame challenges.

The Cutting Edge: stone to steel tools in the 1800s (year 4 & up)

In this hands-on lesson, students compare stone and steel tools to explore Māori stone technology and the impact of European trade, and practice some stone working techniques.

Fight or Flight: The race to save our endangered species

In this lesson students will compare the life stories of two New Zealand endemic bird species: the huia and kōkako. Activity stations will be run in the interactive Taranaki Natura

Sea Change

In this thought-provoking lesson students will learn about marine life off the coast of Taranaki, exciting local research and the impact human activity is having on our oceans.

Taranaki Wars Fieldtrip

This popular field trip, near Waitara, is a unique opportunity to visit significant North Taranaki battle sites with Educator Hoani Eriwata.

Homework!

A bi-annual art exhibition celebrating Taranaki artists. Join Govett Brewster Art Gallery Kaiako to explore the Home Work Maunga Auaha

Supporting your school’s marae visit

Are you are running activities on rotation as part of a school marae visit? A Puke Ariki educator can support this kaupapa with our wharenui lesson.

Te Pua Wānanga o Taranaki - Taranaki Research Centre

Children's Library Lesson

Find out everything the library has to offer in a specially designed lesson introducing students to the library and its resources.

Whare Kahurangi Virtual Tour - online lesson

Explore the Whare Kahurangi virtual tour with targeted activities for students from year 0 -10.

Be a Backyard Hero - Online lesson

There is so much happening in your backgarden. Join educator Nathan to see how you can learn about plants and animals that inhabit your garden.