Song Analysis Lesson: Xiuhtezcatl’s "Broken"

Created by Teacher(s): Lisa Hasuike, Oregon Educators for Climate Education|Published on: March 26, 2023
Grades: 6, 7, 8
Type: Lesson Plan
Subjects: History, English Language Arts
Duration: 1 hour 10 minutes
Created by: Oregon Climate Education Hub teachers
Region: North America, USA - West, United States, Oregon
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Posted on Mar 26, 2023

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In this lesson, students analyze the song “Broken” by Xiuhtezcatl, then create an art project sharing their feelings about the planet's future.

Step 1 - Inquire: Students listen to the song “Broken,” do a close reading of the lyrics, and reflect on the meaning of the song.

Step 2 - Investigate: Students watch a video and read a short autobiographical statement to learn more about the artist and activist, Xiuhtezcatl.

Step 3 - Inspire: Students create their own art project to share their emotions about the future of the planet.
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Lisa Hasuike

Lisa Hasuike is currently a Culturally Responsive Coordinator working for the Tigard-Tualatin School District who supports students at the middle school level. Her work involves partnering with Building Equity Coordinators and being a member of the TTSD Equity Leadership and Restorative Practices Teams. Lisa writes grants for her district, supports and creates community partnerships with affinity and alliance groups, and is a District Equity Leadership Team Student Pillar Leader. She is also a Colleagues of Color Team Lead who supports her district’s retention and recruitment efforts through community building work, including serving on the NREN BIPOC Partner Committee and EAC board. Prior to this role she was a Director of Bands for 15 years and her primary instrument is saxophone. Under her tutelage the Tigard Cadet Percussion won numerous awards. Lisa is a Cohort 2 OEA Equity Sparkie and currently works as an Equity Sparks Facilitator and as a Board Director for OEA.

Biography from: https://grow.oregoned.org/facilitators/lisa-hasuike
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Oregon Educators for Climate Education

Oregon Educators for Climate Education (OECE) is a statewide group of educators working toward Oregon legislation that would mandate the integration and infusion of climate change for PK-12 education across all core subject areas.

Our steering committee is comprised of current and retired K-12 educators, as well as high school students. While most of us reside and work in the Willamette Valley, we are seeking connection and input from stakeholders from regions across Oregon. We are inclusive and invite diverse voices to join us!

Website: https://www.oregonclimateed.org/

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