Our enthusiastic 2nd graders from Team Chavez proudly shared their nonfiction texts from the “From the Heart” writing unit with their eager “kindergarten buddies” from Team Veritas. This meaningful writing unit challenges children to become published authors on topics where they shine as experts. The young scholars poured their knowledge and passion into their books, crafting stories about bunnies (so many bunny experts in this class!), the exciting journey of learning Japanese through Duolingo, and a fascinating exploration of Nigeria. After their readings, each 2nd grader sparked thoughtful conversation with their younger buddies by asking, “What did you learn from my book?” The kindergarteners listened with wide eyes and eager questions, making this cross-grade partnership a beautiful celebration of student voice and expertise.
