Kaitiakitanga means we are guardians of the world (earth/land/whenua) we live in.
Why is it important to look after the earth?
It is important to look after the earth so we and all the animals have somewhere to live, healthy and safe. It is important that we can all have food like fruit and vegetables and oxygen to breathe.
How can we look after the earth?
1. We can keep the world clean by taking out our rubbish and recycling.
2. Use recycled bags instead of plastic bags when shopping.
3. Plant trees so we can have food and oxygen and so that animals have homes.
4. Don’t throw our rubbish into the sea so sea creatures don’t get sick.
5. Water our plants and flowers.
6. Feed animals and don’t hurt them. This is also important so native animals won’t be extinct. This is also why we should not overfish or hunt too much.
7. Be kind to each other.