Tuakana / teina refers to the relationship between an older ( tuakana ) person and a younger ( teina ) person and is specific to teaching and learning in the Māori context. Within teaching and learning contexts, this can take a variety of forms: Peer to peer – teina teaches teina , tuakana teaches tuakana . Here is an example where Megan, Kate and Daisy helped the younger children in Room 11 with their painting. Well done girls!