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A 240+ page learning set, separated into three main sections, introducing young children to Tongan letters, sounds, syllables, early writing, and reading through rhythm, visuals, movement, story prompts, and hands-on practice. Lea Faka-Tonga ki he Fānau: Exploring the Tongan Alphabet provides the core framework and will be the main guide within Koloameilangi Curriculum for young children, providing a playful, foundational framework for early childhood learning. This is a flexible guide that can be used and adapted for children Ages 2-7. It can be used on its own or paired with other learning materials and resources (optional companion guides to come).
Each week explores a new letter with ideas to spark curiosity. Inside are example learning rhythms, weekly alphabet images & materials, practice pages, and flexible learning activity ideas for home or classroom use. With just 20 minutes a day, a few times a week, children can begin their journey into Tongan language and culture, building confidence and joy in learning.
*One digital download order per household please. For teachers, please reach out for permission for classroom use/multiple prints (tinytongantreasures@gmail.com).
Product Details:
There are 3 Main Sections in this learning guide:
- Core Framework + Instructions (35+ pages): This section contains an explanation to the learning guide, a suggested outline, learning ideas, example learning rhythms, tips for success, and more. This book includes explanations in both English and Tongan. A spiral bound book printed on 8.5 x 11 inch 32 lb premium printer paper.
- Weekly Alphabet Images + Materials (75+ pages): This section contains thoughtfully created alphabet images/posters with sample words and depictions to help the children explore the letters. Phonics learnings squares, phonics matching picture cards for each letter, and a Tongan syllable/phonics chart are also included. Printed on 8.5 x 11 inch 80 lb cardstock, these posters and materials are carefully organized into plastic sleeves inside a 1 inch D-Ring binder for easy removal and long-term durability.
- Alphabet Practice Pages (140+ pages total, split into 3 smaller booklets): This section contains "practice pages" for each letter of the alphabet for children ages 3-7. The pages are color coded to indicate the age range the page was created for. These pages were designed as reinforcements for daily activities and hands-on learning experiences where language naturally arises. Subsections are: Vowels, F-Ng, P-Fakau'a + Review Pages. Three separate spiral bound books with over 140 pages total printed on 32 lb premium printer paper.
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Authorship & Acknowledgement
This guide was primarily created by Tiffany Lotulelei for her children and family, with guidance and feedback from Tongan community members and educators, Mele'Ofa Palenapa Motuliki (Mother in Tonga and Teacher, Raised in 'Eua) and Vikatolia Wolfgramm 'Aluesi (School Administrative Assistant in Tonga, Raised in Vava'u).
This resource is intended to support families and educators and does not seek to replace community knowledge, lived experience, or the guidance of Tongan families and elders.