“It would be easy to become a victim of our circumstances and continue feeling sad, scared or angry; or instead, we could choose to deal with injustice humanely and break the chains of negative thoughts and energies, and not let ourselves sink into it.”
Quote by Erin Gruwell
Work
The Freedom Writers Diary (Movie Tie-in Edition): How a Teacher and 150 Teens Used Writing to Change Themselves and the World Around Them
The Freedom Writers Diary is a collection of personal narratives from a diverse group of high school students, who, with the help of their teacher, document their experiences and reflections on life, identity, and the challenges they face. The book serves as a testament to the transformative power of writing and the impact it can have on both individual lives and the broader community. more
Author
Erin Gruwell
Erin Gruwell is an American teacher who gained widespread attention for her work at Woodrow Wilson High School in Long Beach, California. She is known for founding the 'Freedom Writers Club', which helped marginalized students express themselves through writing and inspired their potential. Her story was adapted into the film 'The Dead Poets Society'. more
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