But not angry: letters written by children to terrorists

Author: (USA) Shuchat (USA) Xicsai edited by Liang Qing
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Publication Date: 2003-03-01
Features: This is indeed a very unique book. It has no story, no plot—only the scattered words of children, to be exact, the heartfelt expressions of American children—expressing their grief, sighs, and condemnation toward those who committed the 9/11 terrorist tragedy. These more than 160 pieces of writing, (from innocent hearts), by children who are just beginning to navigate the world, are worth reading for peers from other countries or older readers. Here, we can see a part of American education, where the wise ones seized the opportunity and guided the situation, offering interactive courses against violence and terrorism for teenagers following the terrorist attacks. This undoubtedly provides children with exercise and practice in understanding the event, society, and the world, as well as in expressing their thoughts through words. It can be said that this is a brilliant move.