Kohikohi ngā kākano, whakaritea te pārekereke, kia puāwai ngā hua
Gather the seeds, prepare the seedbed carefully, and you will be gifted with abundance of food
Within Te Ao Māori there are many examples of the cultivation of kai being used as a metaphor for nurturing our tamariki through their childhood.
This particular whakatauki highlights the importance of creating an environment that will empower tamariki to reach their potential. Through working collectively to provide the right environment for each child to reach their full potential.