Warmer · Welcome to Marelia
A City by the Sea
Talk about it
- What can you see in Marelia?
- Would you like to visit? Why / why not?
- Do you live near the sea, a river, or far from water?
Look · Listen · Say
Useful language
There is / There are
There is a lighthouse on the hill.
There are fishing boats in the harbour.
Is there a museum? — Yes, there is.
Famous for · You can
Marelia is famous for its fish market.
You can swim, surf or take the ferry.
Compare
The beach is busier than the old town.
Marelia is smaller than the capital.
My town isn’t as hot as Marelia.
Ask about a place
What’s your city like?
It’s quiet / busy / green / hilly / modern.
Four places in Marelia. What is there? What can you do?
Game 1 · Tour guide
Marelia Tour
Look at the place. Choose the correct word. Say the sentence like a tour guide.
Finished. Well done!
Now make one sentence of your own with the same language.
Game 2 · Write a postcard
Postcard from Marelia
Build each postcard sentence. One tile does not belong.
Finished. Well done!
Now make one sentence of your own with the same language.
Your turn · Speak
Your place and Marelia
Describe your town or city, then compare it with Marelia. Your partner asks questions.
Topic card
Tap “New card” to start.
Use this language
- In my town there is / there are …
- It’s famous for …
- You can …
- It’s bigger / quieter than … / It isn’t as … as Marelia.
- What’s your city like?
Feedback · Close
What can you do now?
- I can describe places with there is / there are.
- I can say what a place is famous for and what you can do.
- I can compare two places.
Practice at home
Write a postcard (6–8 sentences) from Marelia or from your own town to a friend. Use one comparison.
Thank you. See you next time!