MATARIKI. By Maiki.

Matariki the start of a wonderful  New Year for Maori. It is important and celebrated in many different ways. Right now I'm going to tell you about crafting, making kites and singing.

Firstly people celebrate matariki by crafting different crafts. Some people Weave flax stars. It is very hard to make flax stars. You can also make kites.That is what I am going to tell you about next.

Secondly some people make kites to celebrate Matariki. Kite making is very complex. You have to use toi toi. Toi toi is a type of stick  that the Maori used back in the olden days, now most people do that.

 Thirdly, now I'm going to talk to you about singing. Singing is a way to calm down the body.  It is a good way for everyone to come together and celebrate many cultures.

In conclusion now you know how some people celebrate Matariki and thank you for taking the time to read my writing.