Papua is a region in Indonesia that has tall mountains with snow. The snow is called 'eternal snow' because it has been there for many years. Recently, most of the snow has melted, and soon, there might not be any left. This is happening because of climate change.
Climate change is caused by human activities like driving cars and running factories, which make the earth warmer. People who live near these mountains are sad about the loss of snow. To them, the snow is important and they hope it will stay forever. It is a big part of their culture and life.
There are other changes happening in the area too. Mining for gold and copper has changed the land a lot. Some people are happy because mining gives jobs, but others think it is bad for the environment. This situation makes it hard to decide what is better for the future of the people and the land.
Original news source: Indonesia Carstensz Pyramid: Papua's 'eternal snow' on Puncak Jaya is about to disappear forever – BBC News (BBC)
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Warm-up Activities:
1. Discuss what you know about climate change.
2. Talk about how weather has changed in your lifetime.
3. Describe the importance of mountains to different cultures.
4. Share the jobs available in your community and their impact.
5. Brainstorm ways we can protect the environment.
🤔 Comprehension Questions:
Eternal snow.
Because of climate change.
Using cars and running factories.
They feel sad and hope the snow will stay forever.
It is being transformed.
It provides jobs but can harm the environment.
Balancing jobs and protecting the environment.
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is a region in Indonesia that has tall mountains with . The snow is called 'eternal snow' because it has been there for many years. Recently, most of the snow has melted, and soon, there might not be any . This is happening because of climate . Climate change is caused by activities like driving cars and running factories, which make the earth warmer. People who live near these mountains are sad about the loss of snow. To them, the snow is important and they hope it will stay forever. It is a big of their and life. There are changes happening in the area too. Mining for gold and copper has changed the land a lot. Some people are happy gives jobs, but others think it is bad for the . This situation makes it hard to decide what is better for the future of the people and the land.
💬 Discussion Questions:
1. What do you think about the melting snow in Papua?
2. How does climate change affect your area?
3. Why do you think the snow is sacred to the people in Papua?
4. Have you ever seen snow? Describe your experience.
5. What are the benefits and drawbacks of mining?
6. How can we reduce the effects of climate change?
7. What are some activities you do that could impact the environment?
8. Is it possible to balance jobs and environmental protection?
9. What is one thing your family does to help the planet?
10. Why do you think some people don't believe in climate change?
11. How would you feel if a natural landmark near you disappeared?
12. Do you think it's important to save natural snow? Why?
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