Bula Vinaka! (A very warm welcome)

Fijian Language Week is a special time for preschool and school-aged children to explore Fiji’s vibrant culture and language. During this week: 6-12 October, 2024, little ones engage in fun activities.

In preschool, we sing traditional Fijian songs such as “Kana Mada”(available in the FREE activity pack!). They learn simple Fijian words. They listen to stories from Fijian folklore.

This hands-on approach helps them appreciate the rich traditions and customs of Fiji. They might create art inspired by Fijian patterns. They might also taste delicious Fijian foods. This makes the learning experience both educational and enjoyable.

By celebrating Fijian Language Week, preschoolers learn a new language. They also develop a greater understanding and respect for different cultures. It gives children who are from Fiji a sense of acceptance and a sense of belonging.

This early exposure to diverse languages and traditions fosters curiosity and inclusivity. It lays the groundwork for a lifelong appreciation of cultural diversity.

In this FREE 7 page activity book are:

BULA FIJI COLORING IN

A simple coloring in picture for children to color in or paint. With older preschoolers you can guide them to create Masi designs with a Sharpie inside the bubble letters. Then paint with watercolors to give an very cool effect!

1-10 COUNTING IN FIJI COLORING IN PAGES– 2 PAGES

A side-by-side English and Fijian Numbers coloring in page. I have kept these as a resource to use for mat time/ circle time. It can also be used for children to color in and keep in their portfolios.

COLOR IN THE FIJI FLAG

Let’s color in the Fiji Flag. A follow the direction activity for older preschoolers. Print the Fiji flag in color. Have children look at the colors used. Then, they can follow along to create their own Fiji flag!

CUT AND PASTE ACTIVITY- COCONUT TREE

This activity is an exercise for fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination skills. Children can color and cut around the coconuts with the supervision of an adult. They can then stick them on the coconut tree.

FIJIAN SONG- KANA MADA PRINTABLE

This PDF is a great resource to have printed and displayed in your center. It can be used as a mat time/ circle time resource to learn with children.

FIJIAN MASI FRAME

This versatile frame can be used in many ways. It can be used as a photo frame of your students or child wearing traditional clothing. It can be used to color in the traditional Masi border with watercolors and place a drawing inside. Children can draw themselves or their families inside to represent what Fijian culture is all about- happiness and love!

>>>>>>Click this link to get your free Fijian Language Week Activity Pack!<<<<<<<<<

Vinaka vakalevu! Thank you very much