ACTIVITY: DRAW & LABEL

1. Draw the ‘auwai system and label the water source, lo‘i kalo, and māno.  

2. How does water flow through the system you drew?  

3. What is the purpose of the māno in the drawing?  

4. Why is maintaining the ‘auwai important for taro farming?  

5. Describe how the community benefits from the ‘auwai.

CRITICAL THINKING QUESTIONS

1. How does the ‘auwai system reflect Hawaiian values?  

2. What is the importance of community involvement in maintaining the ‘auwai?  

3. How does the ‘auwai contribute to environmental sustainability?  

4. Why is water management critical in Hawaiian agriculture?  

5. How can the principles of the ‘auwai system be applied today?