Practice Expression: “Mireya Mayor Explorer/Correspondent”

Expression in reading is how you use your voice to express feeling. Use this passage to practice reading with proper expression. Print a copy of this passage from InsideNG.com to help you monitor your progress.

Mayor believes that local support for conservation is a key factor in bringing about change. “The local people are the very core of effective conservation. Without their support, the ‘dream’ of saving the planet can never become a reality. The rainforest is literally their backyard. Yet many Malagasy kids have never even seen a lemur. So I organize lots of field trips into the forest. Only by seeing how amazing these creatures are, will kids want to protect them.” Mayor stresses the importance of providing education and opportunities for local communities to learn about the threats to animals and how they can help. She believes it will be critical to protecting the planet.