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This week we celebrated New Zealand Sign Language (NZSL) Week with a special visit from Billie-Jean and Leah from Te Puawai. They taught us how to sign the alphabet and how to introduce ourselves by saying, “My name is…” and signing our name. Everyone had a turn sharing their name with the class—it was fabulous! We also began learning how to sign the Duffy Song and our kai karakia. What an awesome way to celebrate one of Aotearoa’s official languages!
Alphabet
Names
Kai Karakia
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