Today bloggers around the world are thinking about and writing about poverty.
The first video above by the band Radiohead is a powerful reminder that people’s lives are affected by many things they can’t control, including the circumstances they are born into.
For blog action day, choose one of these activities:
- write your response to one of these videos: what did it make you feel and think, and what do you think we should do as a class or individuals?
- think about the title “All I Need”. What does a person need to have a “good” life? Do some people have too much of some things, and not enough of others?
- the video The Girl Effect focuses on one aspect of poverty. What are the consequences of the Girl Effect for boys? For communities?
- you may have heard the phrase “Think globally, act locally”. What local actions can we do together to make a difference when it comes to poverty?
- think about our Water Wise public service announcements. What is the link between poverty and access to clean water?
Post your responses on your own blogs. I look forward to reading your thoughts and ideas. There are other links on Miss Wyatt’s site. I know other student bloggers will be writing about poverty. Take time to read and respond to their ideas, too.
I have been amazed by the very insightful posts written by the students in the blogging competition.
@Miss W. I agree, the student writing is really impressive. Thanks for encouraging us.
I really like to see the students so engaged via technology. Nice work Jan!!!
Jan, thank you. I have read some of the comments the students have made regarding poverty. Their eyes and hearts are opening.
@ Doug,
Thanks for dropping by; I am very impressed with the energy and maturity students are bringing to blogging.
@ Carrie,
I agree. Caring about the world and making a difference is about engaging both your heart and your mind.