Our New Zealand Jesse Tree - Te Reo Māori & Biblical Symbolism for Classrooms #3518938 (License: Personal Use)

This educational resource features a large illustrated Pōhutukawa tree (approx. 1m × 1m) adorned with 25 circular symbols representing biblical figures and themes, each labeled in Te Reo Māori with corresponding scripture references (e.g., “Ko te tuatahi o Hakīhea” for Creation). Designed by The Te Reo Māori Classroom, it supports bilingual literacy, cultural identity, and religious education in Aotearoa schools. Additional elements include date-telling instruction in Te Reo and traditional Māori patterns framing the layout.

Used in primary/intermediate classrooms across New Zealand for Advent, Lent, or integrated literacy and values education; aligns with the NZ Curriculum’s emphasis on te reo Māori revitalisation and multicultural understanding.