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This week in class, we’re reading "Dead Stars" by Ada Limón.

In "Dead Stars," a speaker explores the connection between humans and the rest of the universe.

As we read, we will be discussing the themes of Human vs. Nature, Social Change & Revolution, and Technology, Progress & Industry as they relate to the text. We are trying to answer these big questions :

"How do we view nature?", "Who's in control: humanity or nature?", "How do people create change?", and "What should the future look like?"

Ways to support your child:

• Ask your child about this poem at home:
  • What was "Dead Stars" about?
  • What did you learn about Human vs. Nature?
  • What did you learn about Social Change & Revolution?
  • What did you learn about Technology, Progress & Industry?
• Watch the following clips with your child at home:
  • 'Watch: Greta Thunberg makes powerful climate change speech in London'
  • 'We Are Dead Stars'
  • 'U.S. Poet Laureate Ada Limón And The Power Of Poetry'