In this lesson, students explore the impact of climate change on global and regional biodiversity and design a biodiverse backyard for their community, strengthening their sense of responsibility and connection to Hawai’i. 

Step 1 - Inquire: Students envision and write about their dream backyard in detail, watch Nohoʻana Farm Huakaʻi, and choose five native plants to include in their backyard.

Step 2 - Investigate: Students read "Our Inheritance" and analyze the impact of the Green Revolution on Hawaii's native ecosystems.

Step 3 - Inspire: Students explore biodiversity in Hawai’i and create a design for their own biodiverse backyard.