Free Reo Resources

A collection of practical office phrases and downloadable posters designed to encourage the everyday use of te reo Māori in workplace environments.

A storytelling platform that supports communities and individuals to preserve and share experiences connected to the revitalisation journey of te reo Māori.

A bilingual board game that builds Māori vocabulary through fast-paced, team-based word description challenges suitable for all fluency levels.

A range of Māori language board games designed to support pronunciation, grammar, vocabulary development, and sentence construction through play-based learning.

A television and online learning series that develops vocabulary and sentence structures through role-play, dialect exploration, and contextualised language learning.

A self-guided digital experience that explores culturally significant places and stories shared by local experts throughout the Waipā district.

A Ministry of Education-supported platform providing culturally responsive teaching resources, activities, and professional support for kaiako.

A language learning series hosted by Pānia Papa that supports learners to deepen their understanding of advanced language structures and conversational reo.

Animated digital learning modules that complement the Te Whanake textbook series through storytelling, listening, and interactive language tasks.

A series of online lessons designed to accompany Scotty Morrison’s Māori Made Easy books and support foundational language learning.

An informative video resource that explains the purpose, structure, and tikanga of pōwhiri for individuals, schools, and organisations.

The official website of Te Taura Whiri featuring kupu hou, translation tools, language resources, and opportunities to support te reo Māori development.

A comprehensive learning hub developed by Te Wānanga o Aotearoa featuring videos, podcasts, downloadable activities, and research-based information about Matariki.

An interactive virtual exhibition experience from Auckland Art Gallery featuring Māori artists, curated tours, and educational activities.

A collection of practical summer and BBQ-themed Māori phrases with downloadable posters for whānau and community use.

A practical resource encouraging organisations and businesses to incorporate bilingual Māori signage into public spaces.

A nationwide language challenge encouraging individuals, schools, and workplaces to commit to speaking more te reo Māori throughout September.

An online learning platform offering interactive activities, assessments, and personalised language learning experiences for students and teachers.

A community initiative connecting tamariki with environmental restoration projects while strengthening cultural identity and local knowledge.

A resource hub supporting kaiako with curriculum-aligned teaching resources, activities, and guidance for te reo Māori in English-medium schools.

A fun and engaging Māori language series hosted by Pānia Papa using games, music, and practical activities to support beginner learners.

A community-focused initiative providing resources and pathways for learners at all stages of their te reo Māori journey.

A curated Spotify playlist of contemporary Māori waiata designed to support classroom environments and everyday language exposure.

A science learning platform featuring articles, activities, videos, and PLD resources that connect science education with mātauranga Māori.

A visually engaging language learning app that teaches Māori vocabulary through themed games and bite-sized learning activities.

A collection of festive Māori phrases and downloadable posters designed to encourage the use of te reo Māori during Christmas celebrations.

A digital library of interactive Māori and bilingual books supporting the teaching of mātauranga Māori and te reo Māori.

An online interactive quiz that supports learners to explore Māori place names and practise pronunciation across Aotearoa.

A podcast series exploring the people, events, and stories that have shaped Aotearoa New Zealand from its origins to the present day.

A comprehensive digital encyclopedia covering the history, people, culture, and environment of Aotearoa New Zealand.

A structured language learning resource designed to support foundational te reo Māori acquisition in classroom contexts.

A series of engaging videos teaching practical Māori phrases for everyday contexts in a simple and accessible way.

Resources and calendars designed to support understanding of the maramataka, moon phases, and seasonal cycles in te ao Māori.

A podcast series hosted by Stacey Morrison introducing commonly used Māori words and phrases heard in everyday life across Aotearoa.

A collection of classroom-ready resources and activities developed by Te Papa to support learning about Matariki and its cultural significance.

An interactive pronunciation guide supporting learners to hear and practise Māori vowels, consonants, and digraphs.

A fun word search activity supporting learners to build vocabulary connected to whanaungatanga and relationships.

An engaging online tool that supports learners to practise pronunciation, sounds, and waiata through interactive listening activities.

A practical podcast series hosted by Hēmi Kelly and Āpera Woodfine supporting learners to use everyday Māori language confidently.

A comprehensive online resource hub designed to make teaching and learning te reo Māori accessible, engaging, and relevant.

A popular bilingual podcast blending Māori and English to support relaxed and engaging learning about language and culture.

A large online archive featuring educational programmes, documentaries, and Māori-focused media content accessible to kaiako.

A collection of lesson plans aligned with Te Aho Arataki Marau mō te Ako i Te Reo Māori – Kura Auraki.

A practical resource featuring Māori phrases and vocabulary commonly used during Zoom and Teams meetings.

An online initiative by Grant Whitbourne supporting learners to build confidence and reduce confusion when learning te reo Māori.

A daily Māori word and phrase resource designed to support regular language exposure and build confidence using te reo Māori in everyday contexts.

A comprehensive online Māori dictionary providing definitions, sentence examples, pronunciation support, and English-to-Māori translations.

A practical platform helping parents and caregivers introduce te reo Māori naturally into everyday routines with pēpi and tamariki.

An accessible online language course supporting learners to build foundational sentence structures, vocabulary, and conversational confidence.

A collection of popular New Zealand songs translated into te reo Māori to support language revitalisation through music and performance.

A video-based learning platform focused on practical conversational reo Māori for everyday situations and interactions.

Resources supporting tauira preparing for Manu Kōrero and developing confidence in formal speaking and presentation in te reo Māori.

A Māori-focused news platform providing opportunities to engage with contemporary kaupapa while strengthening comprehension skills.

A platform promoting the wellbeing benefits of language revitalisation through practical resources, stories, and community initiatives.

A beginner-friendly resource supporting foundational pronunciation, greetings, sentence patterns, and everyday Māori language use.

A comprehensive suite of te reo Māori programmes designed to support learners from beginner to advanced fluency through online, classroom, and home-based learning options.

A full immersion programme supporting learners to strengthen fluency, confidence, and everyday use of te reo Māori within kaupapa Māori learning environments.

An advanced language programme designed to deepen understanding of formal language structures, tikanga, and high-level communication skills.

A high-level immersion programme focused on extending fluency, critical language use, and leadership within te ao Māori contexts.

An advanced reo Māori qualification supporting learners to achieve high levels of fluency and confidence across academic, professional, and cultural settings.

A range of te reo Māori qualifications supporting language acquisition, cultural capability, and pathways into higher-level Māori studies and immersion learning.

A kaupapa Māori degree programme delivered through immersion contexts that strengthens te reo Māori, tikanga, and mātauranga Māori capability.

A tikanga-based reo Māori programme supporting learners to build fluency while engaging with iwi and hapū studies in a kaupapa Māori environment.

A suite of reo Māori qualifications encouraging learners to normalise the use of te reo Māori through immersion, noho, and community-based learning experiences.

An intensive language revitalisation programme designed for Māori speakers wanting to strengthen confidence, fluency, and use of te reo Māori in multiple settings.

A kaupapa Māori tertiary provider delivering full immersion programmes focused on oral fluency, teaching, and Māori-medium education pathways.

A flexible home-based programme supporting learners to begin their te reo Māori journey with guided resources and online support.

Online te reo Māori programmes supported by kaiako and interactive digital learning environments, allowing learners to study from anywhere in Aotearoa.

Programmes designed to strengthen understanding and application of tikanga Māori in whānau, marae, workplace, and community contexts.

A range of Māori-focused qualifications combining online learning, noho marae experiences, and kaupapa Māori frameworks to support lifelong learning.

A highly accessible and practical guide for everyday learners wanting to build confidence in te reo Māori through structured lessons and real-life language use. (Penguin Books)

A series of guided workbook kete designed to reinforce vocabulary, sentence structures, pronunciation, and language practice alongside the Māori Made Easy books. (whitcoulls.co.nz)

The first book in the Te Whanake series focusing on foundational language structures, pronunciation, listening, and communication skills.

A widely used Māori language learning series featuring textbooks, audio resources, online modules, and activities supporting learners from beginner to advanced fluency.

A practical and engaging book introducing useful Māori phrases and expressions that can be incorporated into everyday conversations.

A practical guide designed to help families incorporate te reo Māori naturally into daily home life through phrases, routines, and activities.

A practical workplace-focused guide supporting professionals to confidently use te reo Māori in meetings, emails, greetings, and office conversations.

A user-friendly phrasebook featuring useful modern Māori expressions and vocabulary for a wide range of everyday situations.

A portable pocket guide featuring commonly used Māori phrases, pronunciation tips, and essential language structures for beginners.

A collection of bilingual Māori language books supporting whānau to introduce te reo Māori naturally to pēpi and tamariki from an early age.

A boxed set of Māori-English board books designed to support early language acquisition and whānau engagement with te reo Māori.

A bundled collection of Māori Made Easy books and workbook kete supporting long-term structured language learning.

A curated online collection of Māori language books, dictionaries, readers, and educational resources for learners at all stages.

A range of graded readers designed to strengthen reading comprehension, vocabulary acquisition, and fluency in te reo Māori.

A collection of engaging colouring and activity books supporting tamariki and whānau to learn vocabulary through interactive play.

A visual dictionary introducing commonly used Māori vocabulary through illustrations and thematic organisation.

A beginner-friendly learning book designed to simplify foundational Māori sentence structures, pronunciation, and conversational language.

A digital maramataka tool that helps users explore moon phases and their connection to wellbeing, energy, reflection, and environmental awareness. (All Right?)

A comprehensive platform featuring maramataka planners, workshops, educational resources, and mātauranga Māori connected to lunar cycles and seasonal living. (Maramataka)

A classroom-ready learning resource from Te Papa featuring posters, downloadable activities, and teaching ideas exploring the Māori lunar calendar. (Te Papa)

A learning platform encouraging learners to observe lunar phases, record patterns, and develop their own maramataka understandings grounded in te ao Māori. (matariki.twoa.ac.nz)

A suite of maramataka learning resources including posters, waiata, videos, and classroom activities designed to support understanding of lunar phases and Māori timekeeping. (HUIA)

A collection of printable maramataka planners, planting guides, classroom worksheets, and educational charts supporting practical use of the maramataka. (MATARIKI)

A collection of downloadable maramataka teaching tools, student planning templates, and activities supporting learning in te ao Māori and outdoor education contexts. (eonz.org.nz)

A wellbeing-focused maramataka resource featuring downloadable calendars, Matariki activities, and practical ways to align wellbeing practices with lunar phases. (All Right?)

An online repository of Māori language and cultural resources, including links to maramataka learning materials, courses, and digital resources. (Māori Language Resources)

A collection of science and mātauranga Māori resources helping learners explore lunar cycles, environmental indicators, and Māori ecological knowledge. (Wikipedia)

Kōrero Whakamārama

A large collection of Māori pūrākau teaching resources including PowerPoints, sequencing cards, puppets, worksheets, role-play activities, and story packs designed for classroom use. (Twinkl)

A collection of engaging classroom resources exploring the pūrākau of Ranginui and Papatūānuku through visual storytelling, sequencing activities, masks, and worksheets. (Twinkl)