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Grades 4–6
Writing
A Joyful Poem

by Carolyn Danielle Wong, Age 9, 826 Valencia

Poetry

In this poem, the writer showcases self-love and joy.

Grade 2
Writing
The Stars Love Me

by Rowan, Grade 2, 826 Boston

Poetry

This poem explores the ways the stars show love.

Grades 11–12
Writing
Platonic Soulmate

by Yojannie Pizarro, Age 17, 826 Boston

Poetry

This poem explores the beauty of friendship.

Grades 6–8
Writing
The Delulu Ocean

by Crystal Colorado, Age 12, 826 Valencia

Poetry

This poem will take you to the beach and make you wonder if it was all a dream.

Grades 11–12
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Waves/Ondas

by Denisse Reyes Gonzalez, Age 17, 826NYC

Poetry

Using metaphors, this bilingual poem explores the idea of lost love.

Grades 6–12
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Call for Change: Editorial Cartoons

by KQED Education

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Persuasive

This lesson from KQED Education asks students to choose an issue they care about and create an editorial cartoon advocating for change on a local, national, or global level.

Grades 3–5
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Zine Making: Writing to Make Change

by Brandan Pierce, 826michigan

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Narrative
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In this Lesson, students will identify a problem in their community and publish a zine for a target audience to advocate for change.

Grades 6–12
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Poem in Your Pocket Zines

by 826 National, in partnership with Academy of American Poets

Poetry

What words do we carry with us? This Spark introduces students to the Poem in Your Pocket Day celebration and invites them to create a pocket-sized poetry zine.

Grade 2
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The Galaxy Loves Me

by Mo, Grade 2, 826 Boston

Poetry

A poem exploring feelings of love. . . from the galaxy.

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