On special occasions, when the korowai is worn, particularly when children celebrate their 5th birthday, the wearer feels the combined strength, knowledge and respect gathered from the Beachcomber whānau, to support them on their continuing learning journey.
One parent described it as, “A bit like getting a big hug from everyone at Beachcomber when you wear the korowai.”
Some of the strengths and interests shared/contributed by tamariki and Kaiako: Climbing trees, mechanics (fixing things), running fast, weight lifting, building things, walking, scootering, fixing things, playing with siblings, gardening, cooking & eating, climbing, painting, music, dance, caring, and family.