How Māui Slowed the Sun - Story and Overview - Powerpoint

Step into the vibrant world of Polynesian mythology with "How Māui Slowed the Sun," a captivating PowerPoint presentation! This engaging resource is perfect for young readers, educators, and storytelling enthusiasts.

Begin by meeting our mischievous yet heroic demigod, Māui, a clever and brave figure known for his incredible feats. Discover the challenge faced by his people: Not Enough Time! in their short days, as the sun races too fast across the sky.

Follow Māui's ingenious plan to help humanity:

• His big idea to catch the Sun and make it travel slower.
• The skepticism he faces: "You can't catch the Sun!"
• The crafting of a super strong trap using a great flax noose and his sacred jawbone.
• His journey with his brothers to the edge of the world, where the sun rises.
• The strategic hiding and waiting as Te Rā (the Sun) Rises!
• The dramatic moment as The Sun is Caught! in Māui's snare.
• The fierce battle and the Sun's furious roars.
• Māui's mighty blows and the Sun's plea, "I give up!"

Celebrate the triumphant outcome: A Gift for Everyone! as the sun surrenders and promises to travel slowly across the sky, creating longer days for all. This engaging resource includes interactive sections for "Sequencing Fun!" and visualizing "Māui's Plan!" and "The Main Events!". It concludes by highlighting the valuable lessons of courage, ingenuity, and perseverance in solving great problems. This is an ideal resource for early literacy, storytelling, fairy tales, character development, and moral lessons for children about bravery and problem-solving.