Stars, fire and nature fun for Matariki with KCC
A cold clear starry night for Matariki celebrations saw us taking a close up peak at the nearly full moon through the telescope. 16 children from 2-12 years old (and a number of enthusiastic adults) explored and got stuck in with all the activities on offer. We made seed balls using mingi mingi (Coprosma proprinqua) seeds, flattening our clay, sprinkling some seeds (just like baking someone mentioned!) and then rolling up into a ball. Nature art (without sellotape, string, staples or the hot glue gun) inspired some wonderful creations of kites, brooms, dream catchers, birds and various throwing items. The challenge of making a circle, or tying bits together were approached with great thinking and problem solving. A quick rendition of the Matariki macarena before eating some kai, followed by the much anticipated toasted marshmallows squished between chocolate thin biscuits completed our fun night. Standing around the fire was warm and smokey!
Posted: 18 June 2019