History of a letter
It all started with the news that the "protagonist of the week" told us.
A WAR HAS STARTED IN UKRAINE
- Yes, it was "Cutin" - says an indignant child.
- People are afraid.
- …
A thousand questions arose that were answered to each other. Everyone was participating, except for one little girl who stayed on the sidelines, though I could see her mumbling something under her breath and making restrained hand gestures.
When I was about to end the conversation, this little girl stood up and said "NOT ALL RUSSIANS ARE BAD, THEY ARE ALL HAVING A BAD TIME!"
It had been a long time since there had been so much silence in this class.
- You are absolutely right. We don't want anyone to feel bad about our comments. – I said taking her hand.
- take it easy – Said a colleague while giving her a hug.
But it didn't stop there. The next day, just entering the door, they tell me:
- We had an idea, we want to write a letter to Putin.
- OK, but you have to think about what you want to say and how to write a letter…
- Ya ya, that will be your part, so you also participate.
When these things happen, you put aside all scheduled work, to take advantage of the children's motivation.
I explained to them the structure of a letter, that we had to introduce ourselves, explain the reason for the letter and say goodbye.
When they want to do something, there is no one and nothing to stop them!
They start writing the letter… 
That's it! After 4 hours we have our letter done.
We wait in the room to be printed, as everyone wants one to share with their families.
- Guys, I'm happy - says a boy with a shy smile
- I'm happy too!! Well done guys, we are the best! – begins to shout another colleague.
We read the letter one last time and they don't want to make any changes, so it's time to sign it.
Now yes, the letter is ready to be sent.
What a day!! They all went home with puffy chests, and so did I!
Seeing these little ones organizing for a common struggle, fighting for an injustice... It was impossible not to feel proud.
As writer Lois Lwry says, “Children deserve the right to think they can change the world” and the children in P5 not only think, but try.
