Dzoodzo Baniwa is an indigenous leader from the Amazon in Brazil. He won a prize for his work in science, which is very important for him and his community. His parents could not read or write, so he wanted to make education meaningful.
He created a water pumping system for his village. This system helps bring water to his community. Dzoodzo believes education is key for indigenous people.
He emphasizes that combining indigenous and scientific knowledge is essential for solving problems, like climate change.
Difficult words
- community — A group of people living together.community.
- education — Learning and teaching in schools.
- indigenous — Original people of a place.
- knowledge — Information and understanding.
- problems — Things that need solutions.
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Discussion questions
- How can education help indigenous communities today?
- What are some benefits of combining different types of knowledge?
- Why is solving climate change important for communities?
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