Activity 1: Planes, Trains and Automobiles
Arguably, one of the most dramatic and spectacular (beautiful) places to visit in New Zealand is Milford Sound. It has been referred to as the ‘eighth wonder of the world.’ It is a beautiful fiord (steep valley) that was formed when big pieces of ice (glaciers) melted. The melted glaciers created a beautiful river that is surrounded by dramatic cliffs and snow-capped mountains. People who visit Milford Sound are able to take a boat cruise through the middle of the fiord, walk around the area on the Milford Track or fly above the fiord as part of a private helicopter tour.
Let’s imagine that you had the chance to visit Milford Sound by boat, foot (walking) or air (helicopter). Which option would you prefer?
I would chose helicopter I thing because I have never been on a helicopter and the second thing is because I am to lazzy to walk and I don't really like going on boats an going on a helicopter would be a lovely experience for me.
Activity 2: It’s All in the Name
Rotorua is one of New Zealand’s most popular tourist destinations. It is a city filled with incredible forests, mountain biking tracks, lakes, and geothermal wonders, including hot springs (geysers) and mud pools. One of the most famous geothermal pools is called the Devil’s Bath at Wai-o-Tapu Thermal Wonderland. It is a neon green pool of stinky water.
Over the years, people have suggested that we come up with a new name for the pool. What do you think we should call it? Take a minute to let your creative juices flow.
I would call it by my langauge the Maori pool.
Activity 3: Picture Perfect
While New Zealand is home to some beautiful waterfalls, there are a number of stunning waterfalls in places like Canada and South Africa. In Canada, the largest waterfall is called Niagara Falls. It sits on the border between Canada and the United States of America. Thousands of tourists flock (go) to Niagara Falls every year to see the falls and to have their picture taken in front of this natural wonder. Over the past few years people have started taking ‘selfies’ and posting them online. Do you ever take selfies?
For this activity, choose one of the following three selfies. From left to right: Selfie #1, Selfie #2, Selfie #3
I chose the one
with the girl on it cause she just looks so cool.
Kia ora Precious,
ReplyDeleteI would take the helicopter too! It would be exciting to fly in a helicopter through Milford Sound. It would be so spectacular! Would you take someone with you?
Why would you call this place Maori Pool? Can you tell me a bit more about how you chose that name?
For Activity 3, could you make up a story about what the girl in the picture is doing? Why is she taking a selfie there? Where do you think she is, and why? What happened before she took the selfie and what happened after?
I look forward to reading your story!
From Ms Nalder