‘Akamu Lesson Plans
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Lesson One - The Makahiki Games
‘Akamu and Noa have been practicing spear-throwing for weeks. Will their hard work pay off?
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Lesson Two - Lana & Kalo Planting
‘Akamu goes for a nighttime swim in the kai, and meets a mysterious stranger.
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Lesson Three - Big Puhi & Home
While tending the kalo in the lo’i, ‘Akamu and Noa meet an unwelcome guest.
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Lesson Four - Breaking Tradition & The Conch
‘Akamu goes fishing with his makuakāne, but disagreements make a peaceful fishing expedition turns sour.
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Lesson Five - The Test & The King's Decree
After a disappointing fishing trip, ‘Akamu is determined to try again—but the king has just declared that no boats can be launched due to inclement weather.
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Lesson Six - Stars & The Fight
Things take a turn for ‘Akamu and Kaʻimi.
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Lesson Seven - The Shark & Matu Island
‘Akamu fights for his life on the moana, and makes a chilling discovery.
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Lesson Eight - Impact Zone & The Search
Things get dire for ‘Akamu.
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Lesson Nine - Koko & Kapu
‘Akamu is finally rescued—but his parents share some horrifying news.
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Lesson Ten - The Pu‘uhonua & Forgiveness
Can ‘Akamu make it to the Puʻuhonua before his fellow villagers overtake him?
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Lesson Eleven - Independent Work on Final Projects
A collection of non-digital, content-generating exercises in case some students are struggling to get ideas or complete their projects.
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Lesson Twelve - Final Project Presentation
The students present their final projects! Includes some ideas for displaying the non-physical projects.
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Unit Overview - 'Akamu (12 lessons)
An overview of the ‘Akamu unit, including lesson summaries and final project details