Description
Bring wisdom, culture, and connection into your classroom and home with this meaningful collection of Samoan proverbs presented through posters and provocation learning cards.
Each resource features a traditional proverb, thoughtfully connected to key social and emotional learning skills—supporting children to reflect on self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision-making.
Grounded in the richness of Samoan language and culture, these timeless sayings encourage meaningful conversations and deeper thinking, helping tamariki connect values, identity, and everyday actions.
Designed for Early Childhood and Primary learners, this pack supports culturally responsive practice while strengthening wellbeing, belonging, and respectful relationships.
Flexible and easy to use, these resources can be integrated into any classroom, centre, or home setting—making them ideal for a wide range of wellbeing and values-based learning programmes.
Perfect for nurturing empathy, reflection, cultural pride, and strong connections with others.
- Social and emotional learning (SEL)
- Culture, identity & belonging
- Language, values & meaningful conversations
Ways to Use in the Classroom
Morning Meetings
Use a proverb to spark thoughtful discussion and set the tone for the day.
Peace Corner / Calm Down Space
Offer students meaningful words for reflection and self-regulation.
Writing Prompts
Encourage journaling, drawing, or storytelling about what each proverb means.
Circle Time
Explore how cultural wisdom connects to kindness, resilience, and teamwork.
Cultural Studies
Highlight the richness, diversity, and values of Pacific communities and worldviews.
Simple. Powerful. Culturally rich.
