Celebrate the Māori New Year with the nine stars of Matariki
Matariki is the Māori name for the star cluster known as the Pleiades. Its rising in mid-winter marks the beginning of the Māori New Year — a time to remember those who have passed, celebrate the present, and plan for the future.
Learn the te reo Māori names of the nine Matariki stars. Match each name to the correct star in the cluster.
PlayHow good is your memory? Watch the stars flash in sequence, then repeat the pattern. The sequence grows longer each round!
PlayTest your reflexes! A star will light up at a random moment — tap it as quickly as you can and see your reaction time.
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