Opinion Piece: More than land on a map

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SMART Prep | Quick Question 213718

After school sports day, the class ate sausage sizzles and fruit in the hall. A few students laughed about the races, and one child still wore a medal around her neck. Mr Lewis smiled as he packed the final boxes into the cupboard. He said, "We will need more water next year." He glanced at the empty cups by the door and nodded towards the field, where the sun was still bright and hot.

What can you infer about the sports day?

  

Did You Know?

What percentage of New Zealand is covered by Public Conservation land?
About 33% of New Zealand is covered by Public Conservation land, which is important for protecting nature and culture.

Vocabulary

Click on the words in the article. See if you can find them all.
  • conservation The protection of nature and wildlife. Conservation helps keep our forests and animals safe.
  • tramp A long walk in nature, often on trails. We went on a tramp through the beautiful mountains.
  • taonga A treasured item or something of great value. The forest is a taonga for many New Zealanders.
  • Thinking Question

    How can we balance protecting nature while allowing for development?

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