"Let's Make More Minutes Count"

Provided by: Greenpeace Australia Pacific |Published on: February 3, 2022

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This video features Australian slam poet Solli Raphael delivering his poem with music and images in the background.
This poem focuses on climate change, plastic pollution, and policy change.

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Subjects: English Language Arts

Authors: Solli Raphael

Region: Global, Oceania

Languages: English

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Prerequisites:

Consider introducing the Australian landmarks referenced in the poem, including the Adani coal mine, the Great Barrier Reef, and the Great Australian Bight.

Classroom Implementation:

Students watch this video for inspiration before writing their own climate-related poems, including elements pertinent to their location (e.g., students in California could focus on wildfires).
Students analyze Raphael's poem, noting the use of figurative language and other poetic devices.
Use this video in a variety of settings to motivate and inspire students to take climate action.

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Related poetry videos include "Earthrise" by Amanda Gorman, "Dear Future Generations: Sorry" by Prince EA, and "What Happened When We All Stopped" read by Jane Goodall.

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