hawaii history

Why is it important that we learn about Hawaiian culture and history in school?

• So we can get good grades.

• It's important to learn about the culture & history of the place you live in.

• That's what Ms. Gomes likes to teach us.

• It's just how school works and 4th grade's social studies is focused on Hawaii.

What is the name of the long chant that explains the origins of the universe for Hawaiians?

How did Hawaiians NOT learn during ancient times?

• By listening, remembering, and participating.

• Through observing and watching their family.

• Books, writing, and having lessons with other children.

• Oral history: chants, mo'olelo, stories, & songs.

Explain what ORAL HISTORY is. You can use examples to support your answer.

Why did Hawaiians tell mo'olelo?

• For fun, just to tell stories.

• To teach morals, important lessons, or history.

• They didn't have books or movies so they had to do something.

• To understand the world around them, such as natural events.

Share one thing about kalo (taro) or Hāloa.

Pele is the goddess of:

List 2 of Pele's character traits.

The tool Pele uses is called:

Tell me a short summary of one of Māui's myths.