Original Prompt1. Story Structure: "Himiona Heketarere"
Use this table to help students map out the narrative steps of the escape.
Element
Description
Characters
Himiona Heketarere (a clever leader) and his tribe, Te Kawerau a Maki.
Setting
Place: A sheer, jagged cliff in the emerald-green forest of West Auckland. Time: Long ago.
Problem
A fierce enemy is chasing the tribe. They reach a "dead end" at the cliff edge with the hungry ocean below.
Plan
Himiona’s Plan: To use the forest as a "toolshop." He finds Ak...
This resource focuses on understanding and mapping the narrative structure of stories, helping students identify key elements such as characters, setting, the main problem, the characters' plan, actions taken, and the story's ending. It encourages comprehension through various question types: literal, inferential, synthesizing, and personal connection questions. Additionally, it includes a challenge that integrates the Māori concept of Kaitiakitanga, prompting students to reflect on their role in environmental guardianship within their communities.