I saw a perfect tree today By Lillian Allen (Grades 4-6)

Lillian Allen is a Jamaican-Canadian poet, educator, and pioneer of dub poetry (a spoken-word form rooted in reggae rhythms and social justice). Her work addresses issues of race, gender, identity, and resistance. Allen is a professor and activist, championing arts education and cultural equity. She uses the blend of performance and politics to inspire change.