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We are learning about Koru

We are learning about Koru. Why? Because they are an important NZ art symbol How do you know you have achieved this? When you can use them correctly in your art work. Think-Pair-Share. What are koru? Where do they come from? Who are they special to? Why? Where have you seen koru before?

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We are learning about Koru

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  1. We are learning about Koru Why? Because they are an important NZ art symbol How do you know you have achieved this? When you can use them correctly in your art work

  2. Think-Pair-Share • What are koru? • Where do they come from? • Who are they special to? Why? • Where have you seen koru before? • What is something you know about koru? • What is something you would like to know about koru?

  3. What does koru mean? The koru (Māori for "loop”[) is a spiral shape based on the shape of a new unfolding silver fern frond and symbolizes new life, growth, strength and peace. The circular shape of the koru helps to give the idea of continual movement while the inner coil suggests a return to the point it started.

  4. Who is it important too? It is an important symbol in Māori art, carving and tattoos.

  5. Where have you seen koru?

  6. How to draw koru correctly? • They must always grow from somewhere (never draw in middle of page) • When joining them, you must never join them from the head.

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