These poems will save the world, at least, that is the intention of this wonderful collection of answers to very specific problems. Learn how to put out fires, save trees, stop bullies, and survive dangerous cakes. Xochitl Frausto not only writes a moving foreword, but also translates each poem into Spanish to be read alongside its English counterpart.

— Simon Traub-Epstein, International Library of Young Authors

From the publisher: “On November 30, 2018, the entire student body of Oakland’s Acorn Woodland Elementary was challenged to write over 100 poems in one hour. Inspired by the Haudenosaunee Thanksgiving Address, teaching artist Xochitl Frausto’s curriculum gives rise to poetry of healing, of gratitude, of sadness, and of humor. These poets face the troubles and wonders of our Earth with a clear-eyed gaze.”