For Teachers

Support for teachers who want to carry culture with care, confidence, and coherence — over time.

You don’t need to be an expert.
You just need to be intentional.

Many teachers want to teach culture well — but feel unsure about where to start.

You might be thinking:

Wanting to do this with care already matters.
This page exists to help you begin — safely.

The Kōrero & Create: Basic eBook isn’t a set of lesson plans.
It’s a thinking companion.

It quietly supports teachers in three key ways:

1. Cultural design thinking
Helping you move beyond single lessons and see learning as a journey that unfolds across time.

2. Shared language for culture
Giving teachers common concepts and questions so culture can be planned together, not in isolation.

3. Reduced fear and pressure
Reassuring you that intention matters more than expertise — and that learning as you go is allowed.

This approach supports teachers to:

This is lived classroom practice — not theory.

Basic eBook
A gentle starting point for mindset, language, and confidence.

Term Design Support
Turning prompts into practice with examples and reassurance.

Year & Multi-Year Pathways
Thinking in cycles, not silos — when you’re ready.

You choose how far you go, and when.

Do I need to be an expert in te ao Māori?
No. This work is about intention, reflection, and care — not expertise or performance.
What if I get it wrong?
Learning and adjustment are part of the process. Growth matters more than perfection.
Is this only for primary teachers?
No. The examples are educational, but the thinking applies across contexts and ages.
Is this another thing I have to add on?
No. It helps bring meaning and coherence to what you already teach.
Can I go slowly?
Yes. You begin where you are.