Tag: Youth Writing

Announcing 826 National’s Next Student Book with Author Javier Zamora

September 15, 2023

We’re excited to announce the theme for our next student publication — “Hear Me Out,” in partnership with author, poet, and 826 alum, Javier Zamora! Across the country, young people are showing their elected leaders that they do not need … Continue reading

826 Chapter Exchange Program

August 22, 2023

This past year, eight 826 staff members traveled across the country to visit and learn from 826 chapters in the 826 Chapter Exchange Program. Started in 2019, the 826 Chapter Exchange Program was created by 826 National to provide an … Continue reading

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Celebrating a Year of Books

June 28, 2023

We’re thrilled to present this year’s 826 Pub Month by showcasing a collection of 826 books across the Network by young writers. Last year, 826 published over 1,300 student publications and published over 5,000 young writers. This year, our students … Continue reading

Celebrating Young Writers Across the Country

May 31, 2023

We are excited to announce the finalists for our first-ever 826 Digital Writers’ Showcase! The 826 Digital Writers’ Showcase invited students from across the country, ages 6-18, to submit a video featuring their original writing in any genre. At 826, … Continue reading

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Carry a #PocketPoem Zine With You (Carry it in your heart)

April 18, 2023

Celebrate Poem in Your Pocket Day on April 27 with 826 National’s one-page #PocketPoem zine!  In partnership with the Academy of American Poets, this one-page #PocketPoem zine features the student poem “Run Away Snakes” by Ella L., Age 11,  from our … Continue reading