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Writing Lesson: Personal Narratives

Created by Teacher(s): Hannah Loera|Published on: July 21, 2023
Lesson Plan Grades 9-12 Created by SubjectToClimate teachers

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In this lesson, students research key climate change issues and potential solutions related to Hawai‘i, then write a personal narrative incorporating Indigenous solutions.

Step 1 - Inquire: Students consider how climate change has already impacted their lives in their personal community.

Step 2 - Investigate: Students explore and take notes on graphs, maps, a video, and a website that describe the key issues of climate change in Hawai‘i and potential solutions to protect the 'āina.

Step 3 - Inspire: Students craft a short personal narrative essay that includes their lived experience with climate change and an Indigenous solution.
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Subjects: English Language Arts
Duration: 1 hour 40 minutes
Region: North America, USA - West, United States, Hawai'i
Posted on Jul 21, 2023

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Hannah Loera

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