Book details
To This Day
Description
A beautifully illustrated poem about bullying which has had a global impact through the "To This Day" project.An astonishing picture book featuring the enormously successful anti-bullying poem To This Day. In February 2013 a video of Shane Koyczan reading the poem was put up on YouTube and almost immediately the video went viral. Within two days it had received 1.4 million hits. Shane introduces the book with a letter in which he talks about why he wrote the poem and about the impact that bullying has on people. The book concludes with information about the To This Day Project and what young people, schools and families are doing to combat bullying. It ends with the message that young people can bring about change if they stand up for themselves, support each other and speak out against bullying in all its forms.
Age
11-12
Text complexity
proficient
Length
70 pages
Why to read
- To confront and understand the impact of bullying: 'To This Day' addresses the long-term effects of bullying and encourages readers to reflect on their own experiences and the experiences of others, fostering empathy and understanding.
- To appreciate the power of spoken word poetry: Shane Koyczan is a renowned spoken word poet, and 'To This Day' showcases his ability to weave words into powerful and emotional narratives that resonate with a wide audience.
- To be inspired by resilience and hope: The book offers a message of resilience and hope, demonstrating how individuals can overcome adversity and find strength within themselves, which can be particularly inspiring for those who have faced similar challenges.
- To engage with a multimedia experience: 'To This Day' extends beyond the written word, as it is accompanied by an animated video that went viral. Reading the book allows one to explore the depth of the poem and its themes in a different medium, enhancing the overall experience.