Kawakawa Writing

For us here at WBS, cultural and environmental sustainability go hand in hand. This week we have been learning more about kawakawa - the endemic plant species well-known for its use in rongoā, traditional Māori medicine. Some students have been writing comprehensive explanations, others have been getting out into the ngahere/forest to learn how to forage and make kawakawa tea. 

                                                                                                           - Nye W

                                                                                                                         - Charlotte C

                                                                                                                                   - Ella M

We say this karakia before collecting kawakawa leaves, to show respect to the domain of Tāne Māhuta and Papatuānuku. 

You can read more about kawakawa and rongoā here. 

ANZAC Biscuits

We made some ANZAC biscuits yesterday at school because ANZAC day was on Friday. ANZAC stands for Australia New Zealand Army Corps. ANZAC day is a day to commemorate and remember the young soldiers who fought in war and risked their lives. 

By Janne and Kaia

Ingredients for Anzac Biscuits

You will need:

¼  cups of plain

1 cup of rolled oats

½ cup of caster sugar

¾ cup desiccated coconut

2 tablespoon golden syrup

1 cup of unsalted butter

½ teaspoon bicarbonate of soda

By Parker