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 Sherilyn, 826LA
A story about how to act with kindness in the face of bullying.
by Sebastian, 826 Valencia
In this story, a student finds a surprise within a Takis bag and makes a wish for a dream school.
Noah Jean Marie, Age 9, 826NYC
A poet captures the freedom of dancing.
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 Kayla, 826LA
This author reflects on an act of kindness to someone in need.
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.
by Brooklyn., Grade 3, 826michigan
A student's reflects on all the love in her life in hopes of inspiring others.
by Matthew, Grade 3, 826 Boston
A student describes their mythic, Michael Jackson loving, imaginary friend!
by Ehmely, 826CHI
A crucial missive for anyone playing a high-stakes game of "Hide and Seek".
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 Mo, Grade 2, 826 Boston
A poem exploring feelings of love. . . from the galaxy.
by Aidan, 826michigan
A student reflects on how to bounce back from frustration.
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.
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 Esperanza R., Grade 3, 826 Valencia
A letter asking the next U.S. President to stop climate change and save our home.
by Yasmeen W, Grade 3, 826 Valencia
In this descriptive short story, a student overcomes their fear of turning on their video.
by Natalie, 826CHI
A poem about a moon, a flute, and a song.
by Kevin, 826LA
A letter from the author to the author on appreciating both the unconventional and conventional parts of oneself.
by Zoe Gomez, 826 New Orleans
Through a series of questions, this poem asks what if the world was different.
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 Yarely, 826michigan
A poem about grandma. English and Spanish versions included.
by Luis Cornejo, age 9, 826 Valencia
A student recalls the first time they saw a ghost.
Kendall, 826 New Orleans
An ode to an animal friend.
by Aiden Spence, Grade 3, 826NYC
This poem describes all of the reasons why green is the best color.
by Salmaan S., Grade 2, 826MSP
A second grader's adorable list of demands to the future President.
by Isaac, Grade 2, 826 Boston
A student learns that good things, like kindness, come full circle.
Raven, 826 New Orleans
You guessed it—an ode to cookies.
by Nana-Wadieh, 826NYC
This student writes about accepting people the way they are and putting yourself in someone else’s shoes.
Jade Latiker, Grade 3, 826 New Orleans
A student introduces two ghoulish friends.
by Winta, 826DC
A concise but essential list of survival tips in the event of a sweet disaster.
by Jude, 826michigan
A student describes life in the future, complete with 3-D pens and hologram television!
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 Lina, 826 Valencia
A mischievous recipe calling for 3 tablespoons of candy, 10 gallons of not laughing, and 100 gallons of mother.
Armani, 826 New Orleans
A poem about the magic of bath time.
by Charlie, 826michigan
A very scientific retelling of why dinosaurs went extinct.
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 Ximena Torres, Age 9, 826 Valencia
A poem about the lessons your family can teach you.
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 Charlotte Velasquez, age 8, 826 Valencia
A school’s spooky secret comes to light. Does a hair-cutting monster really exist?
by Jekaya, 826 Boston
A student reflects on what it takes to stand up to bullies and speak up for others.
by Keila, 826michigan
An "I Am From" poem. English and Spanish versions included.
by Addison Wade, Age 6, 826michigan
Aladdin feels bored at school but looks forward to watching Disney. After school, she and her friend Parker have fun watching unicorn shows, eating cake and chicken, and forgetting all about homework!
Nasir Farmer, Age 8, 826 Boston
Our protagonist attempts to evade a boogieman invasion.
by Alex, 826michigan
Percy Jackson’s story retold—in a single tweet!
by Travis Cao, Age 8, 826 Valencia
This poem shows the importance of saying thank you to yourself!
by Aanya K., Grade 3, 826 LA
In this set of diary entries, a student explores what makes a villain.
by Mohamed F., 826 MSP
This poem uses descriptive language to leave the reader clues about the animal it is depicting.
by Alexa, 826michigan
A poem that tastes like pepperoni pizza.
by Girod, 826 New Orleans
This celebratory poem uses similes to list all of the things the writer loves about themself.
by Fatima, 826michigan
A list poem about a beautiful room and a beautiful family in both English and Spanish.
by Ayelen C., Age 9, 826 Valencia
A student's sweet letter to their grandmother.
by Rowan, Grade 2, 826 Boston
This poem explores the ways the stars show love.
by Ciaran, 826NYC
A creative field guide to a Mourning Cloak butterfly who lives in New York City.
by Natalie, 826 Valencia
A recipe for how to create a legendary rapper.
by Angel Flores Vazquez, 826 Valencia
This poem illustrates the effectiveness of descriptive language.
by Edwin M.V., Age 8, 826 Valencia
A student bravely faces the first day of school.
by Keila S.O., 826michigan
An “I Am From” poem about growing up in Detroit.
by Nathan Chavez, Grade 3, Oakland, CA
This poem shares a deep love for the one, the only, the GOAT of stone fruit. . . avocados!
by K.M., 826DC
In this piece, a student describes the challenges of being a superhero and reflects on their power to shine.
by Felix E., 826 Valencia
A student's fear is conquered after a startling discovery.
by Alfredo Enriquez-Aguilar, 826 Valencia
Have you ever wanted to care for a dragon? This poem teaches you how.
by Yasmeen Whitney, Age 9, 826 Valencia
This poem declares a student's love for snow globes!
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