Author Description

Reading this collection of short stories and poems for children, we get a glimpse of how the writers have interpreted that challenge from an interesting point of departure, namely studying various theories and criticisms in the field while analyzing a list of relevant works. With their own works now bound together to be read and dissected, these writers are poised to see if the cycle will come to a full circle: Having exerted their scholastic capacity and creative potentials in this complex realm, they must wait to see if their works can foster much fresher potentials. Will this collection help the intended readers understand themselves, others, their surroundings, and the marvels of language? Can each piece reach the target of either instructing and improving behaviors or enlightening and awakening the heart and mind? One thing is certain: Producing a piece of literature worthy of publication — especially something of value as children’s literature — requires discipline and courage. And even though the young readers may not immediately identify with these inspiring qualities, it is reassuring to know that some of us are still willing to intently learn to empathize with the impressionable lot so that this much-needed oasis may continue to exist for many generations to come.