As we continue discussing literature related to Social Justice issues and consider what issues we are passionate about, I thought it important to listen to some thoughts from one of our favourite authors, Deborah Ellis. SOME of you may recognize parts of what Ms. Ellis is reading from your OWN reading. As you hear Gracelyn, Wedad and Alley reflect on their feelings and thoughts related to remaining silent for the day last week, listen.

All About Me Myself and I. Today people everywhere are being silent for children around the world being denied human rights. Join us and be silent so their voice can be heard! So take a stand and a vow of silence. So take a stand and take a vow of silence! Collect pledges for every hour you are silent up to 24 hours. 50-provides classroom supplies for a school. 100-gives a family clean drinking water. 5000-supports the building of a community well.

When I was born, we lived in a big city. 15 months later, we moved away to another city about a hour away. I attended school and met a bunch of people.