Pasifika Pattern Mural

Available: 02 Nov 2024 – 11 May 2025
Curriculum links: Mathematics, Music, Social Science, Visual Art
Year Level: ECE – 8
Duration: 90 mins

Discover the geometry, techniques and stories behind fibre arts created by artists of Te Moana-nui-a-Kiwa (Pacific Ocean). Work in groups to design a Tongan ngatu (bark cloth) style mural to bring reflections of Pasifika knowledge and the natural world to your classroom.

At school:

• Find out about the variety of tapa from different Pasifika nations
• Use maths language to talk about tapa and weaving designs then use this to inspire dance moves
• Find out how Pasifika people navigated and travelled across Te Moana-nui-a-Kiwa
• Learn simple kupu or waiata from a Pasifika nation