In this lesson, students analyze artwork by a Hawai’i-born climate artist and create art that inspires the protection of a Hawaiian endangered species.

Step 1 - Inquire: Students explore the power of art to inspire climate action by analyzing the work of Hula, a Hawai’i-born artist.

Step 2 - Investigate: Students learn the importance of Hawai'i’s unparalleled biodiversity, choose a Hawaiian endangered species, and discover the forces endangering it, including climate change.

Step 3 - Inspire: Students plan and create artwork that inspires the protection of their chosen species and collaborate to create a class exhibit of their work.