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Poi is the Maori word for ball on a string. Poi were used many years ago by the Maori people of New Zealand to strengthen their arms and hands and build the skills needed for battle (men) and weaving (women). Eventually Maori women began to show off their skills in a traditional dance. Now people all over the world perform tricks using glowing poi or even fire balls!
Sport is certainly popular in New Zealand but can you find out which sports are loved the most there, and then find out about other aspects of New Zealand culture too?
New Zealand looks like a great place to visit, but can the kids write their own content for a travel brochure encouraging tourists to go there?
What will the kids include on a tourism poster for New Zealand? Great as a solo activity, or for creating a class display of posters!
