| Keyword | Description |
|---|---|
| Quintana Roo | A state in the south of Mexico, famous for beach cities like Cancún. |
| Royal Caribbean | A large cruise ship company involved in the park project. |
| Mangroves | Swamp trees that protect the land and animals from storms and predators. |
Recently, Claudia Sheinbaum, the president of Mexico, decided to pause work on a big water park project called Perfect Day Mexico. This park is planned by Royal Caribbean in Mahahual, a small town in Quintana Roo, Mexico. Sheinbaum wants the Environment Ministry to check if the park could harm the environment.
Many people, including local residents and environmentalists, are worried about the park. They think it might damage the Mesoamerican Reef System and mangroves. These places are home to jaguars, sea turtles, and many important plants and animals.
Activists have organized protests, asking the government to stop the project. Even fans of famous singers like BTS and Taylor Swift are helping spread the word online. They believe Mahahual is too special to be changed by a big project like this.
The park would have waterslides, beaches, and many places to eat. However, Sheinbaum says it might be better to move it to a different area where it won’t harm the environment.
Bridging words
These words sound similar in English and Spanish: Why not practice them now?
| English | Spanish |
|---|---|
| Perfect | Perfecto |
| Environment | Medio ambiente |
| Protest | Protesta |
Time to discuss
- Why do you think people are worried about the new water park in Mahahual?
- What are some ways we can protect important places like reefs and mangroves?
- How do you think online campaigns help in spreading messages?
Let’s Write
Answer the following questions in one paragraph
- What is the Perfect Day Mexico project and why has it been paused?
- Who are the groups and people involved in the protests against the project?
