Te Reo in Room 1

I am trying to find ways to incorporate Te Reo in my classroom. 

Last year I had a strong routine of starting the day with a Karakia and starting the day with simple Te Reo songs e.g. how we greet, counting and naming the colours in Te reo. 

This year, I am finding it a bit trickier as I only start my day after morning tea in room1. What I managed to do this year, which I didn't last year, is to sing Te Aroha at the end of the day. Which is like a karakia at the end of the day. See meaning of words below. 

Te aroha
Traditional Song

(Maori)

Te aroha 
Te whakapono 
Te rangimarie 
Tätou, tätou e.

(English)

Love,
Hope,*
Peace,
For us all.

In preparation to Matariki festival I am teaching my students a song called  Tu Tere mai, using Te Rakau Sticks. 

Originally Tī rākau helped warriors to practise hand-eye coordination at speed. Therefore, this could be very helpful in developing the students hand-eye coordination for writing. 

So What?

I want to build up my knowledge of Te Reo language and use it on a daily basis. I have managed to pick up some words/phrases, but by far not enough. 

Perhaps I could learn with my students more through songs and games. 

Create a visible prompt list that I can use in the class.