A young schoolgirl from Bangor will have her poem published in book and it will also be stored in the National Archives forever.
Lexi Griffiths, who attends Ysgol Cae Top, entered a national competition and her poem has been chosen for publication in a book called The Big Green Poetry Machine, which showcases young writer’s work.
Young Writers invited primary school pupils between the age of 5-11, to be part of their latest poetry competition. They have been running competitions with primary schools across the UK to promote poetry and creative writing since 1991, with the aim of inspiring children everywhere to become confident and passionate writers.
Pupils were invited to write a poem inspired by the environment and nature, from wildlife and conservation to climate change and more. School pupils nationwide have celebrated planet earth as well as writing some thought-provoking environmental pieces.
Lexi’s poem entitled ‘I’ve Had Enough’ which reflects her personal thoughts on the environment and its issues, will now be featured in the new book The Big Green Poetry Machine – Green Poets, and a copy of the book will remain in the National Archives forever. The competition organisers have also written to the school and sent a certificate to mark Lexi’s achievement.
Lexi’s auntie Lisa-Marie Edwards said: “We are over the moon with this achievement and the positive light it shines on Lexi, her school and Bangor itself.”
“Lexi has lived her whole life in Bangor, as well as 5 generations previously. She is very proud of her hometown and often worries about the effect of the amount of litter that’s always around. She is passionate about learning, gymnastics and Tik Tok!
“She is an older sister to her younger brother Harley, and little sister Laylah. She loves her family and wants to grow up with the best environment around her.”
