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The Song of Carnivores

As part of a competition, Whitestone Grade 7’s were asked to write a poem that would actually be written into a song “The Song of the Carnivores”.

The children’s work would be incorporated into a production called “Carnivore of Carnivores” which will be held at the Musical festival next year (2012).

The idea of the song was to raise international awareness about Africa’s five main carnivores:-

  1. The Cheetah
  2. African Wild Dog
  3. The Leopard
  4. The Lion
  5. The Spotted Brown Hyena

The song will be written by a composer overseas.  This song will be distributed to countries within Africa, UK and even possibly be sung at a production at the Bronx Zoo, New York, USA (in order to raise international awareness.)  The idea is that the present generation (our children) would need to make the effort to save these magnificent creatures.

Many schools participated and 4 entries went to the finals.  Whitestone School won the competition ($250) and Jordan Edward’s entry was proudly selected.   Congratulations Jordan!

CARNIVORE OF CARNIVORES

 

All the large predators in the world

Are endangered because of us,

So I am writing this poem to spread the word –

Someone needs to make a fuss.

 

The King of The Jungle is the Lion

Have you ever heard his roar?

It sounds like thunder and I’m not lyin’

In fact, I’m very sure.

 

The Spotted Hyena is known for its persistence,

Its unforgettable grunts, groans and giggles.

With the rest of its clan it has ample assistance

Its uneven legs make walking a wiggle.

 

The African Cheetah is incredibly fast

Although it is extremely shy.

It is much too quick to come stone last

But if it sprints for too long it will die.

 

The Leopard is the feared hunter of the night

Silently, swiftly stalking its prey.

Of all the large cats it has the best sight

Building energy by sleeping during the day.

 

Sociability is the Wild Dog’s skill

They roam the savannah in packs.

With the highest success rate when it comes back to the kill

Markings blotched black and yellow on their backs.

 

For the safety of these magnificent creatures

Their habitats we must protect,

Or else we will live without their features

And then we will regret.

                                                   BY JORDAN EDWARDS

 

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