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Unit 3 Home Learning Week 9 Wednesday - Writing This week you are going to write a holiday brochure to persuade Miss Hanley’s family to go on holiday to . Miss Hanley loves animals and wants to deep sea dive, as well as take in the sites of Egypt. She has a 6- year-old daughter who will want to do activities

Already you should have described: 1. What the weather is like in Egypt – use this as a subtitle or ‘When is best to go to Egypt’ 2. Why you would want to go there. – Use this as a subtitle or ‘Why Egypt?’

If you did Monday and Tuesday afternoon’s lessons you should have researched about Egypt. This will help you with your writing.

Write about what you can do in Egypt. – think of a subtitle Maybe you could split the writing into being active and relaxing. Look at pages 7 to 15 for ideas (and use your own research) Relaxing will be lying on the beach or lying next to the pool. While you are there you can eat and drink what you want. Lots of ice cream and ice-cold drinks maybe. When you feel hot you can dip your toes into the crystal clear, cool water or take a leisurely swim. Active times/days will be site seeing (historical sites) – choose some from your research or on the help resources (next few pages), exploring the underwater realms by scuba diving or deep sea diving.

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Edit todays writing. Try to get an older person to help you so your grammar is correct and your writing is formal.

Write it onto your finished version.

REMINDERS ON the next few pages there are some ideas on how you can set it out. Fold the piece of paper in half and make a leaflet or use 2 A4 pieces to make a front, 2 middles and a back page. Or think of your own way of doing it.

You can draw pictures or cut and stick! – you can use pictures that we have got on home learning work already or your own. I will add some more pictures tomorrow.

Don’t forget it you do something wrong, just cut a version you are happy with, over the top of your wrong version so you don’t waste time and paper.

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Things to do in Egypt7 Think of Egypt and images of sand-covered tombs, towering pyramids, and the iconic Sphinx come to mind. From ancient sights to souks, diving and safaris, Egypt offers some of the most spectacular sights and oneof- kind experiences found anywhere on the planet. Here’s just some of the best things to do in Egypt. Put as many on your To Do list as possible! Visit the ’s ancient sites A visit to Egypt’s awe-inspiring historical sites are an unforgettable highlight of any trip here. Just a short 30-minute trip from Cairo, you can marvel at the last remaining ancient wonders of the world at the Pyramids of Giza, or take a selfie at the feet of the famous Sphinx. Cruise along the great In-the-know travellers know the best way to visit Egypt’s tombs and temples is with a cruise along the mighty River Nile. Sail down the world’s longest river and explore Egypt’s sights at the same time. Many cruises begin at the breathtakingly beautiful , where the two enormous seated figures of Ramses II greet you at the Temple of Luxor’s entrance and Karnak’s perfectly carved hieroglyphics and obelisks completely live up to their hype. You’ll take in the Valley of the Kings, where Tutankhamen was unearthed, as well , , and the spectacular Abu Simbel. A Nile cruise often ends at , where the sunrise will leave you dumbstruck. Marvel at the natural landscape Once you’ve seen Egypt’s man-made wonders, you’ll think nothing can compare to their ability to make your jaw drop. That is until you’ve seen what Mother Nature’s created here! Stretches of sandy beaches, Siwa Oasis’ hot springs, offshore coral reefs that are ideal for diving or a sun rise in one of the vast , there are plenty of things to do in Egypt that take in the country’s natural beauty.

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Shop for souvenirs in the souks Enjoy your free time and stroll through the maze of narrow alleys to find a unique souvenir to take home. You’ll find souks, or street markets, are open from early morning to sunset, and have everything from jewellery to miniature pyramids. Step back in time at Egypt’s museums Talk a walk around the Egyptian Museum and see one of the world’s most important collections of ancient artefacts. From mummies to Tutankhamun’s iconic death mask, it’s a real adventure through time the whole family will enjoy. It’s well worth visiting one of the many other museums in Egypt too, like the Egypt Papyrus Museum and Solar Boat Museum. Explore two religions Once you’ve visited all has to offer, stroll around some of the most important medieval sites of and Coptic . Take a tour around one of the many Coptic sites, some are at least 1600 years old and still used as convents, churches and monasteries. The historic Monastery of St Anthony, Hanging Church and Coptic Museum are all worth a visit. Discover some of Islam’s oldest and most beautiful architecture too, like the Ibn Tulun, Al-Mu’ayyad Shaykh, Al-Azhar, Al-Hakim, and Al-Aqmar mosques.

1. Grand Aquarium Egypt The Egyptian resort of Hurghada has all the classic ingredients you need for some serious relaxation. Sunshine? Check. Beautiful beaches? Check. Warm, deep blue seas? Check. 8

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2. Senzo Mall Egypt Get your retail therapy fix at the fabulous Senzo Mall; the largest shopping complex of its kind in the . Escape the midday heat and browse the extensive fashion and homeware stores.

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ater World Egypt 3. Makadi W at Egypt's largest water park, Makadi Water World, in the heart of the Red Sea Riviera. Choose from 50 different Enjoy family funrides, including an adr enaline-fuelled 19m free-fall slide FIND OUT MORE

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4. Dominican Republic Makadi Bay’s location on the Red Sea makes it the perfect destination for diving. There are several superb diving spots dotted across the coast

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ng In Egypt 5. Kite Surfi different sporting activity on the water, why not have a go at kite surfing? El Gouna is said to be the best location in If you’re after athe country for this adrenaline-fuelled sport. FIND OUT MORE

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6. Diving In El Gouna Egypt El Gouna is one of the best resorts in the country for snorkelling and scuba diving, so take the unique opportunity to explore a breathtakingly beautiful underwater world.

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To Luxor Egypt 7. Day Trip ame to travel all the way to Hurghada and not make a day trip to the ancient city of Luxor whilst you’re there. It’s just It would be a sh four a hour drive f rom Hurghada, which makes it such a popular excursion for holidaymakers. FIND OUT MORE

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8. Explore The Pyramids Egypt What’s great about Hurghada holidays is that you’re surrounded by golden sandy beaches; excellent bars, restaurants and shops; and some of the best marine life in the world. But it also serves as an ideal location to base yourself

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cuba dive in the Red Sea 9. Learn to s reasons why the Red Sea is right up there as one of the best diving spots in the whole world. Think professional There are many r, calm and warm waters; and some of the most vibrant and colourful marine life that you could ever wish to set your instructors; clea eyes upon. FIND OUT MORE

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10. Explore Mahmya Island Egypt The beach of Mahmya tops Tripadvisor’s list of things to do whilst on holiday in Hurghada. So it’s definitely a must-see for anyone who visits Hurghada for themselves.

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To Cairo Egypt 11. Excursion ey to the country’s capital city of Cairo and learn everything there is to know about the rich and entrancing history of Make the journ the nation.

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12. Soho Square Egypt Think bright lights, international restaurants, great shops and exhilarating shows and you’ll get a sense of what to expect at this exciting and upmarket entertainment district.

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Old Town Market 13. Visit the he hotel pool all day is all well and good. But sometimes it’s nice to mingle amongst the locals and get a real taste of Chilling out by t way their of life.

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14. Dive In Egypt Sharm El Sheikh offers everything that you could possibly need to take the plunge and see the fascinating and colourful world that exists beneath us. FIND OUT MORE

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