Børn og unge: lyrik

Fun to read. Fun to write. Aliens, Magic, and Monsters features poems set in the unlimited and imaginative realm of science fiction, fantasy, and horror. The poems were chosen to showcase over twenty poetic forms from acrostiku to zip, from strict rhyme to free verse, and much more in between. There are guidelines included on how to write each type of poem. Try a sci(na)ku. At only six words, it's sure to interest even the youngest readers.

Dear Reader,I am thrilled to share this anthology "Looking back, moving forward" with you. Inside you will find a collection of exceptional poetry written by primary and secondary students across nine different Education in Motion (EiM) schools around the world. From Beijing to Shanghai, Seoul to Switzerland, these poems embody the diverse voices, thoughtful nature and incredible talent that exists across our international community. Curating this anthology has been both a challenge and a joy. I received an abundance of submissions - hundreds, in fact. I'd like to start by saying thank you to everyone that sent work through this year and to offer my apologies to anyone that didn't make it into this collection. The work was exceptional - seriously impressive - and each piece that didn't make it in was still a testament to the passion and creativity of its author. Please know that your warmth, personality, and genuine care shone through in your words. I wish I could have fitted in more!For those that did make it - well done! This second anthology marks another step forward in our collective literary journey and I'm so proud of the work that's been produced. Some of these poems delve into personal triumphs and losses, offering poignant reflections on life's journey. Others contemplate our existence, questioning the paths we tread. And in the spirit of youthful exuberance, you will find also passionate pieces that critique even the most mundane of things. It's the variety and ambition of these pieces that I love the most.Getting the opportunity to travel and work face-to-face with students from around the world has been so rewarding - it always reminds me how much we have in common as well as how varied and unique we each are as writers and human beings. Great writers tend to come about thanks to great support and guidance and I want to extend my deepest gratitude to all the teachers I got to work with across EiM campuses this year for helping on this project. I always feel so fortunate to get to work with such ambitious, compassionate, and inspiring teachers. Your unwavering commitment to nurturing creativity has played a significant role in the outstanding quality of the work presented here.I am also very grateful to Edgar Zillmann at EiM, whose high standards, compassion for others and tireless efforts in making these projects come to life blow my mind every year. I'd also like to acknowledge and thank Jenni Harrison for her invaluable copy editing support - thank you for ensuring that each poem in this collection shines as brightly as it does.This anthology stands as a testament to the extraordinary achievements of these young budding writers. It is a testament to their dedication, creativity, and unyielding spirit. I've loved working with them and reading their work - now it's your turn. As you immerse yourself in their words and embrace their stories, I hope you'll enjoy these poems as much as I have.With heartfelt gratitude,Mark Grist

When You Hear Me (You Hear Us) is an anthology of poetry and personal stories centering the voices of those directly impacted by the incarceration of young people in the United States. Compiled by Free Minds Book Club & Writing Workshop, this rich collection includes firsthand accounts from both the young people charged and incarcerated in the adult criminal legal system and from the community at large: the mothers, the loved ones, the correctional staff, public defenders, prosecutors, and others harmed and left with unhealed trauma. These critical voices, uniquely combined, illustrate the ecosystem that surrounds youth who are incarcerated--and expose the ripple effects that touch us all. This book challenges us to hear these voices calling out for accountability, transformative justice, and healing. Together, they demonstrate the collective impact of the prison system, and our collective responsibility to create a society where every one of us can thrive.i

The "octopus is a master of disguise and invention, creating her den out of the objects of the ocean, from shells and rocks to tiny glass shards. Using creative methods of hunting and construction, the octopus prepares for the biggest task of her life: motherhood. With one last, poignant gesture of love, the mother octopus sends her hatchlings on their way, starting a new cycle of life for the tiny offspring who face peril of their own. Offering ... informative back matter, including an author's note, a glossary, and ... 'octo-knowledge' (did you know that octopuses have nine brains, including one in each of their independently operating arms?), this third in a series ... continues the work of gently introducing children to the reality of the animal world"--