Grades 2–3
PoetryWritingSky
is blue
School bus yellow
Bus goes to school
My train takes me to my home
I am walking down the street
My mom takes me home
I smell
pie
by Nana-Wadieh, 826NYC
This student writes about accepting people the way they are and putting yourself in someone else’s shoes.
by Winta, 826DC
A concise but essential list of survival tips in the event of a sweet disaster.
by Ehmely, 826CHI
A crucial missive for anyone playing a high-stakes game of "Hide and Seek".
by Yarely, 826michigan
A poem about grandma. English and Spanish versions included.
by Angel Flores Vazquez, 826 Valencia
This poem illustrates the effectiveness of descriptive language.
by Kevin, 826LA
A letter from the author to the author on appreciating both the unconventional and conventional parts of oneself.
by Aidan, 826michigan
A student reflects on how to bounce back from frustration.
Raven, 826 New Orleans
You guessed it—an ode to cookies.
by Alex, 826michigan
Percy Jackson’s story retold—in a single tweet!
by Aiden Spence, Grade 3, 826NYC
This poem describes all of the reasons why green is the best color.
by Aanya K., Grade 3, 826 LA
In this set of diary entries, a student explores what makes a villain.
by Alexa, 826michigan
A poem that tastes like pepperoni pizza.
by Edwin M.V., Age 8, 826 Valencia
A student bravely faces the first day of school.
by Salmaan S., Grade 2, 826MSP
A second grader's adorable list of demands to the future President.
by Zoe Gomez, 826 New Orleans
Through a series of questions, this poem asks what if the world was different.
by Alfredo Enriquez-Aguilar, 826 Valencia
Have you ever wanted to care for a dragon? This poem teaches you how.
by Natalie, 826CHI
A poem about a moon, a flute, and a song.
by Mohamed F., 826 MSP
This poem uses descriptive language to leave the reader clues about the animal it is depicting.
Armani, 826 New Orleans
A poem about the magic of bath time.
by Zaid Rodriguez, 826 Valencia
This story immerses the reader in sensory details to tell the tale of what lies behind a mysterious door.
by Abdikabir, age 8, 826 MSP
This poem uses the 1st person point-of-view to show what life looks like for a timber rattlesnake.
by Keila, 826michigan
An "I A From" poem. English and Spanish versions included.
by Jude, 826michigan
A student describes life in the future, complete with 3-D pens and hologram television!
by Esperanza R., Grade 3, 826 Valencia
A letter asking the next U.S. President to stop climate change and save our home.
by Natalie, 826 Valencia
A recipe for how to create a legendary rapper.
by Faisa, age 9, 826 MSP
This poem writes from the perspective of a Prairie Shooting Star flower, detailing a day in its life.
by Ximena Torres, Age 9, 826 Valencia
A poem about the lessons your family can teach you.
by Ayelen C., Age 9, 826 Valencia
A student's sweet letter to their grandmother.
by K.M., 826DC
In this piece, a student describes the challenges of being a superhero and reflects on their power to shine.
by Clara, 826 Valencia
A detailed design for a new school that students would love, complete with outdoor spaces for tennis and ice-skating!
by Ciaran, 826NYC
A creative field guide to a Mourning Cloak butterfly who lives in New York City.
by Charlie, 826michigan
A very scientific retelling of why dinosaurs went extinct.
by Jekaya, 826 Boston
A student reflects on what it takes to stand up to bullies and speak up for others.
Nasir Farmer, Age 8, 826 Boston
Our protagonist attempts to evade a boogieman invasion.
by Fatima, 826michigan
A list poem about a beautiful room and a beautiful family in both English and Spanish.
by Yasmeen W, Grade 3, 826 Valencia
In this descriptive short story, a student overcomes their fear of turning on their video.
by Luis Cornejo, age 9, 826 Valencia
A student recalls the first time they saw a ghost.
by Sebastian, 826 Valencia
In this story, a student finds a surprise within a Takis bag and makes a wish for a dream school.
by Matthew, Grade 3, 826 Boston
A student describes their mythic, Michael Jackson loving, imaginary friend!
by Johny, 826 LA
A riveting interview with Godzilla, Superman, and Dragonbolt—a cast of characters that will try to outdo one another before this TV special is up.
by Sherilyn, 826LA
A story about what to do when one witnesses bullying.
by Lina, 826 Valencia
A mischievous recipe calling for 3 tablespoons of candy, 10 gallons of not laughing, and 100 gallons of mother.
by Charlotte Velasquez, age 8, 826 Valencia
A school’s spooky secret comes to light. Does a hair-cutting monster really exist?
by Isaac, Grade 2, 826 Boston
A student learns that good things, like kindness, come full circle.
by Brooklyn., Grade 3, 826michigan
A student's reflects on all the love in her life in hopes of inspiring others.
by Keila S.O., 826michigan
An “I Am From” poem about growing up in Detroit.
by Madhav, 826michigan
In this short epic, a pig and a snail pilot a NASA rocket and bring breaking news back to New York City.
by Girod, 826 New Orleans
This celebratory poem uses similes to list all of the things the writer loves about themself.
Kendall, 826 New Orleans
An ode to an animal friend.
by Donovan, 826CHI
In this resolution inspired by the "Include Someone" lesson and Cartoon Network storyboard, we learn how inclusion takes hard work and forgiveness.
Perla Ortega, Age 9, 826 Valencia
A poet sweetly appreciates a teacher for her kindness.
Jade Latiker, Grade 3, 826 New Orleans
A student introduces two ghoulish friends.
by Kayla, 826LA
This author reflects on an act of kindness to someone in need.
by Felix E., 826 Valencia
A student's fear is conquered after a startling discovery.
by Lukas, 826 New Orleans
A student challenges the existence of Confederate monuments in New Orleans and builds the case for a monument to The Houma Nation instead.
by Alyssa, Kevin, Gustavo, Jocelyn, and Gabriel, 826LA
In science class, Victoria the Manticore makes fun of Carla the Witch for using magic, and a few bystanders step in to take a stand against bullying.
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