GEF

Unit 5  |  The Importance of Biodiversity 106 GROWYOUR KNOWLEDGE 1. Look up the poem “Hieroglyphic Stairway,” by Drew Dellinger, and read it. 2. With a partner or as a class, discuss the poem. What does the poet mean that his “great great grandchildren won’t let him sleep”? What is some particular gift of nature that you would like future generations to be able to enjoy? 3. Look at these images and select one that is meaningful to you. 4. Give a presentation to your partner or to the class explaining why the image is important to you, and what threats the environment in the picture might face due to human impact.