Introduction

A Voice for Change: Ayaan Chettiar (India, age 12).

Ayaan is not your typical pre-teen, I must say. He has already garnered attention on the global stage through his exceptional talent in chess, earning international recognition. Beyond his dedication and relentless pursuit of excellence in chess, Ayaan has also achieved international recognition in Mathematics Olympiads. But his talents extend beyond the realms of logic and strategy, as he is an ardent reader and a budding writer, crafting stories and poems that capture the essence of his thoughts and feelings.

I invite you today to delve into Ayaan’s thought-provoking poem “Climate Change,” a poem that reflects his deep concern for the environment and his keen understanding of the global challenges posed by climate change.

“Climate Change” – A Poetic Call for Environmental Action

Us humans live in recent times,
The apex species in our minds,
But this growing world brings with it change,
Our climate changing day-by-day!

Our globe seems to simply heat up,
Climate Change is all the talk,
With greenhouse gases in the air,
Our ecosystem seems to tear!

The pollution levels seem to rise,
A global threat, this is, that’s right!
With CO₂ now in excess,
Our community has been compressed!

The ozone layer now torn apart,
The UV Rays upon us hard,
The ice caps melt to water plain,
Causing floods in areas far and near!

The modern world never ceases to grow,
However, nature’s interests are put on hold,
Trees chopped down, whole forests gone,
Our fertile land now cities’ homes!

This newfound threat attacks our lives,
Against global warming we must fight,
Restore our lands to clean and green,
So that in our future lives, we may succeed!

Join Ayaan’s Journey Towards a Greener Future

Ayaan’s voice reminds us that change starts with awareness and action. His poem highlights the urgency of addressing climate change and emphasizes the rapid changes occurring in our world due to human actions, underscoring the need for immediate attention.

Ayaan vividly describes the consequences of climate change, such as the depletion of the ozone layer and the melting of ice caps leading to floods, and his words serve as a wake-up call to the global community about the far-reaching effects of environmental degradation.

The poem culminates with a passionate call to action, urging us to restore our environment by embracing sustainable practices. Together, we can follow in his footsteps, making a positive impact on the world around us and striving for a cleaner, greener, and more sustainable future.

Thank you for joining us in celebrating Ayaan Chettiar’s incredible journey and his dedication to effecting change. Let his story inspire you to make a difference in your own unique way.

You can read more of Ayaan’s writting on website LittleAuthors.

I recommend you to also read the interviews with two young ambassadors for the environment – Baran and Kiersten. You will be inspired by these beautiful children.