Metal Benches -- An original poem

Hey sweeties! Here’s an original poem written by 14-year-old Summer R., a GL reader just like you. Take a peek, then let us know what you think in the comments. Metal Benches The metal benches, Seem cold and unfriendly, You can never seem to be comfortable, But...

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Carried off - An original poem

Hey chicas! Here’s a sweet original poem written by a GL reader just like you. What do you think? Tell us in the comments! Carried off A flash of white and I'm carried off, To the free land of the wild in...

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It's Raining - An original poem

Hey sweeties! GL reader Chloe K. sent us the perfect poem for a gray November day. Tell us what ya think in the comments please! I stare out the window, As the drops begin to fall, Like tiny ballerinas, So fragile, so small. They dance...

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Have you been bullied? Share your story (and win Chicken Soup!)

Want to stomp out bullying? Join us as we spread awareness during the month of October for National Bullying Prevention Month. We’re starting the storytelling with an excerpt from Chicken Soup for the Soul: Just for Preteens: “The Bully and the Braid” By freelance...

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Green With Jealousy - An original poem

Hey girlies! Here’s a fab original poem written by a GL reader just like you. We think it’s spot-on. What do you think? Tell us in the comments! “Green With Jealousy” You act like this is no big deal. I know you know how...

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What I Need the Most - An original poem

Hey babes! Here’s an original poem written by a GL reader just like you. Tell us what ya think in the comments! “What I Need the Most” Take my heart hold it tight we may argue, fuss, and fight yet you've never...

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Perfect - An original poem

Hey sweeties! Here’s a perplexing poem written by Emily S., a GL reader just like you. Tell us what ya think in the comments. “Perfect” She's got them all wrapped around her little finger She has the world in the palm of her hand But...

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Shy - An original poem

Hey babes! Here’s a cute poem written by a GL reader just like you. From one shy girl to another, we totally know where this chica is coming from! Leave your critiques (and tips for talking up cuties!) in the comments. “Shy” You've seen...

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Emotions - An original poem

Hey sweethearts! Here’s an original poem about heartbreak, written by a GL reader just like you. Please leave your critiques in the comments. “Emotions” Emotions Messing with my head Confusion Wishing I hadn't gotten out of bed. I swear, I'm fine. I don't need you to help...

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My Writing Is My Soul - An original poem

Hey babes! Take a peek at this original poem written by a GL reader just like you, then tell us what ya think in the comments. “My Writing Is My Soul” I can't dance And I can't sing. People express themselves Using these two...

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