Here you will find various climate stories from different creators. Lysanne Charles' stories raise awareness, spark conversations about the consequences of climate change, and give the local community a voice in important discussions. The story, initiated by the Cultural Heritage Agency of the Netherlands, links climate change and cultural heritage, and shows how local knowledge and experiences contribute to a resilient island.
Stories Saba
Surviving the storm
In this story by Lysanne Charles, Aiden and Agnes experience their first hurricane on Saba while staying with Grandma Alice and Grandma Betty. After the storm, they see the damage. The underwater damage to the coral reef leaves a deep impression.
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"Papa was right! What will we eat?"
In this story by Lysanne Charles, Saba is temporarily cut off from food supplies after a severe hurricane. Jonah learns from his grandfather that growing food locally, caring for animals, and sharing with one another make the island stronger and more resilient.
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Moving with the wind
In this story from the Cultural Heritage Agency of the Netherlands, Juliën returns to Saba and rediscovers how traditional wooden houses move with the wind.
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