MEANINGFUL writing from NYC teens with messages to share
Discover the power of student voices through Listen, an inspiring anthology of creative writing by teenagers across NYC. Led and curated by teacher Ms. Cassandra Richardson, this collection captures the hopes, struggles, and dreams of a remarkable group of young writers. It sheds light on the current stories, gifts and abilities teenagers possess in 2025.
Throughout the school year, Ms. Cassandra challenges her teen students to look within and express what they find through poetry, fiction, personal memoirs, and essays. She helps teach them creative techniques to display their messages in effective ways and revision strategies to refine what they write. The result is Listen – a bold and honest collection of their experiences. From reflections on cultural identity to opinions on social issues to deep dives into one’s own mind, each piece in this anthology speaks to the heart of what it means to be young in today’s world.
Listen isn’t just a book – it’s a testament to the power of youth expression and the enduring impact of involved teaching. This anthology showcases the creativity and resilience of teenagers and offers a window into their compelling lives. Join us in celebrating these voices. Listen, and you just might hear something that reminds you of your own adolescence or changes your perspective on what it’s like to be a teenager in 2025.
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