Adur children share experiences of life in lockdown in new poetry collection
It features 114 poems.
A collection of poetry written by children from primary schools in and around Adur is being published as an historic record of life during lockdown.
'Poetry For Our Time: Lines from The Lockdown' features 114 poems written by children aged between seven and 11 as part of a creative writing project for local schools.
It was run by Shoreham Wordfest and Brighton-based poetry group, Rap 'n' Rhyme with funding from Adur District Council.
Originally planned for schools in Adur, the creative writing project was opened up to entries from primary schools across West Sussex as a way to support home learning projects during lockdown.
In total, 18 schools contributed to the anthology, which provides an insight into the minds of young people and how they have coped during the COVID-19 lockdown.
It covers a range of themes from children's hopes and fears to Captain Tom Moore.
To officially launch the book, young writers from primary schools in Lancing, Shoreham and Southwick will read their work at an event at the Shoreham Centre on Saturday (10 October).
They will also be presented with a copy of the book by chairman of Adur District Council, Councillor Andy McGregor.
Rosalind Turner, programme director for Shoreham Wordfest, said:
"The poetry collection reflects the creativity, humour and thoughtfulness of children during a very challenging time and provides a record of the impact COVID has had on children's lives during the pandemic."
Cllr Neil Parkin, leader of Adur District Council, added:
"We are very proud of the work of the young children and delighted to have been able to support Shoreham Wordfest to deliver this important project providing children with a creative outlet for expressing their emotions during these turbulent times."
Copies of the book can be bought for ÂŁ5 via the Shoreham Wordfest website and from Shoreham Art Gallery on Brunswick Road.