Indigenous Storytelling: An Opinion Writing Lesson
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Created by Teacher(s): Kara Hisatake|Published on: May 10, 2024
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Synopsis
Students discuss Kame‘eleihiwa’s view of past and present, reflecting on food choices and climate change.
Inquire: Students calculate the carbon footprint of their food and diet to reflect on how personal food choices affect climate change.
Investigate: Students read ‘ulu mo’olelo alongside articles and podcasts, and analyze how perspective affects storytelling.
Inspire: Students write an opinion article about ‘ulu as a climate change resilient food.
Share: This lesson plan is licensed under Creative Commons.
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Subjects: English Language Arts
Duration: 1 hour 40 minutes
Region: North America, USA - West, United States, Hawai'i
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