Grade 7
NarrativeWritingDear nurses,
Hi my name Ibrahim. I live in Minneapolis. First, I want to say thank you to nurses. You guys are front line heroes. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for serving from the front line of pandemic. Nurses, you’re the heart and soul of the war against any diseases.
Take care of yourselves,
Ibrahim, Grade 7
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by Cristeta Boarini, 826MSP, and Skylar Burkhardt, 826 National
Few expressions of gratitude are more meaningful than a personalized letter. In this lesson, students reach out to essential workers…
by Eva, 826 Valencia
A student celebrates the journey of discovering whom to love.
by Sela, 826 MSP
This poem holds big dreams for the speaker's future.
by Charlotte, 826CHI
A poem about spring!
by Luis, 826LA
This student writes a letter to a hero with a sweet double kick: Jackie Chan!
by Jason, 826michigan
Making bottle flipping look like child's play, this piece outlines rules for the new, competitive Fantasy Sport "Pencils".
by Renee, 826NYC
A poem about a place where ideas can grow.
by Janelle Suazo, age 12, 826 Valencia
A school dare gone horribly wrong!
by Isabella C., Age 13, 826 Valencia
The misadventures of finding a missing wallet.
by Fahima Dahir, 826 MSP
A poem about the strength and limitations of language and shared culture.
by Sahir M., Grade 7
This poem uses metaphors to describe who the speaker really is.
by Calvin, 826michigan
A student professes love—to a jalapeño!
by Jin, 826LA
This student says thank you to her Mom, her hero, for a life full love and beef noodles!
by Asa, 826CHI
This narrator embarks on a mysterious vacation in the sky!
by Renee, 826NYC
A poem that explores all that a tree can stand for.
by Brigid, 826CHI
A poem about facing fear—and learning how to shine.
by Harrison, 826michigan
A recursive poem that helps students explore the potential connections between math fractals and verse.
by Annapoorani L., Grade 7, Seattle WA
A student recounts their experience with a school shooting in a letter to the next U.S. President to reform gun control.
by Destiny, 826NYC
In this poem, a student contrasts conflicting perspectives on the construction of the Dakota Access Pipeline.
by Pia, 826NYC
A student reimagines food justice: Fruit Woman must convince Junk Food Man and Cheesecake Boy to eat their fruits and vegetables.
by Mateo, 826CHI
An informative entry on the meaning and usage of a student-inspired word: doomungous.
by Amaya, 826michigan
A letter devoted to a favorite fruit that’s sweet and sour just like this student’s favorite candy: Sour Patch Kids!
by Alondra, 826CHI
An epic story of a princess who seeks acceptance among the stars.
by Elsy, 826LA
Song lyrics about memories of cake and pizza, friendship, and giving 1,000 opinions.
by Uma Cantone, 826NYC
Ever wonder what would happen if the sky fell? This student uses metaphor to explore new beginnings.
by Kevin, 826NYC
An informational briefing on a horrible incident in the year 5176 that changed the hoverboarding industry forever.
by Curtis, 826michigan
A rhyming (inverse) ode to a very irritating noise.
by Salvador M., Grade 7, 826DC
A peaceful reflection on what type of place a student would be.
by Khloe Fewster, 826 Valencia
This poem uses repetition to give advice for when you're feeling unsure of yourself.
by Giovanna, 826NYC
An informative how-to on using a pen that can manipulate time and space.
by Lesly, 826 Valencia
A sports poem about the losing blues.
by Jose Martin Gomez, 826 Valencia
This poem celebrates a special person in the writer's life.
by Alonso, 826 Boston
An insightful set of instructions for surviving a day as a 7th grader in the Boston Teachers Union School.
by Wayne Gillyard, 826 Valencia
This poem shares the writer's love of all things yellow.
by Djeneba Soumaoro, 826michigan
A student’s manifesto!
by Satis, 826 Valencia
A student argues for the importance of transgender rights in response to current events.
by Madison, 826CHI
In this compelling essay, a student rejects apathy and explores what really matters in conversations about solving gun violence towards black and brown men.
by Issa Caothien, 826NYC
In this resolution inspired by the "Include Someone" lesson and Cartoon Network storyboard, we learn that if you work together, you're golden!
by Inge S., Age 13, 826CHI
Part riddle, part observations, this poem leaves the reader with big things to think about.
by Angel, 826CHI
Several friends harness a new source of energy and develop superpowers—with a surprise ending! Both Spanish and English versions available.
by Jamie, 826 Valencia
A metaphorical poem about frustrations, from homework to homelessness.
by 826NYC students Ash Doliber, Sidney Edelson, Ella Holland, Mavis Lu, Justin Nemeroff, Bird Rzepniewski, and Isabella Wu
This collaborative poem explores the many sides and senses of laughter.
by Johnny Vasquez, 826 MSP
A family interview reveals a mother's painful past and shines a light on her persistence.
by Marco, 826LA
A screenplay about a plane crash and an epic journey to Mexico, with a twist!
by Renée, 826NYC
A persuasive letter detailing to the recipient the pointlessness of writing a persuasive letter. A helpful example for reluctant writers.
Jerieliz Garcia & Jaiden Vinti, 826NYC
Two poets braid together their reflections on where they come from.
by Sam, 826CHI
In this poem, a student pits mathematics against the unknown.
by Isabella Serrato, Grade 7, 826 Dallas Project
This poem uses sound devices to enhance the overall tone.
A writer's fake news article about a miracle drug that can cure anything.
A writer's fake news article about a miracle drug that can cure anything.
by Saeed, 826NYC
Food justice advocacy is reimagined by this student as an epic battle rages between Nutriman, Captain Nutritional, and Junkster in a school cafeteria!
by Luis, 826LA
A rap song dedicated to the Marvel comic writer Stan Lee and his inspired creations like the Hulk, Deadpool, Iron Man, and The Fantastic Four.
by Evelyn Escamilla, 826 Valencia
This poem uses metaphors and similes to describe happiness.
by Duanté, 826 Valencia
A personal narrative about race and identity.
by Claire Leiva, Grade 6, 826michigan
A poem about the writer's favorite animal--corgis!
by CA, Grade 7, 826CHI
A writer's honest view of who they are and their potential.
by Chelsea, 826NYC
A creative field guide to Daddy Longlegs.
by John, 826NYC
A creative commentary on food justice in which Digestive Man defends local farms from Corn Boy and the Factory Farmers!
by Leslie, 826NYC
In this imaginative narrative about food justice, Golden Girl and LoLo go up against the evil Chemical Bug so kids everywhere can eat healthy fruits and vegetables.
by Christian, 826michigan
In this resolution inspired by the "Include Someone" lesson and Cartoon Network storyboard, we learn that sometimes the easiest way to make someone feel included is by lending a hand.
by Chelsea, 826NYC
An acrostic poem about the Black Lives Matter movement.
by Andres Santisteban-Perez, age 12, 826 Valencia
When playing video games night turned into a nightmare.
by Sara Sofia Becerra L., Age 14, 826 Valencia
This poem shares the writer's love for music with the world.
by V.G., 826LA
A poem that muses on the purpose of borders in question and answer format.
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