This document outlines a lesson on New Zealand's national identity through key events. The lesson aims to identify important events in New Zealand history and explain their significance. Examples of significant events mentioned include the sinking of the Wahine ferry, earthquakes in Christchurch and Napier, mining disasters like Pike River, and the bombing of the Rainbow Warrior ship. Students will be assigned one event to research and create a poster presentation about, and then teach the topic to their classmates. The lesson aims to explain how events have shaped New Zealand's national identity.

2. Term Outline Enquiry Questions Where did NZ come from? Where did NZers come from? Why is NZ unique? Who are the Kiwis? Role models and national identity What is NZ’s relationship with the world? What is the future of New Zealand? Lesson Key Questions What does Kiwiana suggest about NZ’s national identity? What part do key events play in NZ’s national identity? What part do key individuals play in NZ’s national identity? What part does sport play in NZ’s national identity? What part does music, art and literature play in NZ’s national identity? What part does filmography play in NZ’s national identity? What part does Maori culture play in NZ’s national identity?