Activity 2: The Big ‘OE’
In the 1980s it became increasingly common for students to graduate from high school and take a year off to travel and experience the world. This year was often referred to as the ‘Big OE’ or ‘Big Overseas Experience.’ A number of kiwis headed to places like Australia and England to live and work before returning to New Zealand to finish their studies.
Imagine that you are a student in the 1980s and you’re about to graduate from high school. Where would you like to go on your big OE? On your blog tell us which country you would visit and give us three (3) reasons for your choice. Find some pictures on the internet of things that you would like to see and do in this country.
I would love to go to Australia and visit Dream world. I would also like to visit Warner Brothers movie world and explore it. But my biggest reason on why I would love and die to go to Australia is to going shopping. New clothes like dresses, jeans, shirts, etc.
Kia ora Annalisa,
ReplyDeleteMy name is Emiely (pronounced “Emily”) and I work alongside Billy at the Summer Learning Journey!
What an awesome country to visit! I really like the way you have added photos of the different theme parks you would like to go to. This makes your blog post look bright and interesting to read. Well done! Did you know that at the end of the month, I am going to Australia for two weeks? I was wondering what some things were that I could do while I was over there, so I'm glad I came across this blog post. Thanks for the ideas! Theme parks and A LOT of shopping is on the list. :)
I'll be headed to Melbourne, Gold Coast and Great Barrier Reef. Do you know which city the theme parks are in? I'd appreciate your help!!
It's awesome to see how actively you have been blogging this summer. I know the Summer Learning Journey team have enjoyed reading and commenting on your blogs. We can't wait to see what else you will blog!
Noho ora mai,
Emiely :)