Polynesian Mythology Word Search

Find deities, culture heroes, creation stories, and legendary places from Polynesian traditions.

MythologyGeography41 words in the pool
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About the Polynesian Mythology Word Search

This puzzle brings together figures and stories from several Polynesian traditions, including Māori, Hawaiian, and other Pacific Island traditions. Find names such as Maui, Pele, Tangaroa, Hina, and Tane, along with legendary places like Hawaiki and story terms such as Kumulipo. It suits readers curious about Pacific cultures, mythology, and the stories behind the Disney film Moana.

All 41 words in this puzzle

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  • Ancestor Spirits
  • Aotearoa
  • Creation Chant
  • Earth Mother
  • Haumia-tiketike
  • Hawaiki
  • Hi'iaka
  • Hina
  • Hine
  • Hine-nui-te-po
  • Hineahuone
  • Kamapua'a
  • Kanaloa
  • Kane
  • Kumulipo
  • Kupe
  • Laka
  • Lono
  • Maui
  • Maui's Fishhook
  • Moana
  • Namaka
  • Papa
  • Pele
  • Polynesia
  • Rangi
  • Rata
  • Rongo
  • Rongomai
  • Rongomatane
  • Ruatapu
  • Ruaumoko
  • Sky Father
  • Tane
  • Tangaroa
  • Tawhaki
  • Tawhirimatea
  • Tiki
  • Underworld
  • Volcano Goddess
  • Wakea

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