Early NZ Exploration

LI: To learn about Kupe & Cook's exploration to NZ

Kupe and Cook are 2 important explores in the New Zealand history.

Kupe was an Polynesian explorer who arrived to New Zealand in the 1100's. He travelled by using a traditional sail boat. Myths say that he followed a Giant octopus which lead him to New Zealand. He made his voyage in search for a new land for his people.

Cook was an British explore who was sent to search around the pacific ocean. He arrived to New Zealand on his boat the endeavour in the 1769. He came to trade with the Polynesian which eventually created his death.

Kupe is important because he was the first documented person in NZ.Cook is important because he mapped the land and open access to the world.