The Sun Poem

The Sun poem, published by Sara Ting in 1985, sends a powerful message of unity, equity and humanity. Scroll down to learn about the poem, the song, and the proposed landmark monument.

The Sun Poem

The Sun poem has appeared on billboards in NYC and across 26 states, and received recognitions from world leaders. This image is the design of the billboard.

Sara Ting encourages the Sun Poem to be widely used in K-12 curriculum. The simple language and message make it especially suitable for elementary schools.

*** Click here for the 30-second public service announcement (video).

The Song

Singer and song writer John Ciambriello adapted the Sun poem into a song called “We all see the stars”.

Jacklyn O’Connor, a music teacher at Ferryway School in Malden, Massachusetts, taught the song to her students. Click below to watch the video:

Feedback from Students

VH- When I sing this song, I feel like I can do anything
Julia- I felt warm inside because the song is about how everyone is welcome.
Jayden- It’s a good song, it’s touching.
Zaria- I felt happy to sing with all my friends.

Click here for more comments from students.

Lyrics

All were given this gift and so we are equally here to equally grow.
Are you greater than the sun that shines on everyone?
No matter who you are, we all see the stars.
Black, brown, yellow, red and white,
the sun does not discriminate.
No matter who you are, we all see the stars.

Babies born everyday,
All colors of the human race.
And teach them love and show the way,
For one day they will take our place.

Are you greater than the sun that shines on everyone?
No matter who you are, we all see the stars.
Black, brown, yellow, red and white,
the sun does not discriminate.
No matter who you are, we all see the stars.

Click here for the sheet music.

*** Click here for the video of 800 children performing “We all see the stars” with sign language.

The Landmark Monument

World Unity Inc. has proposed to build a landmark monument in Boston to bring the message of unity to more people. Here is the design from the surface view showing the Sun poem on the wall.

And here is the aerial view of the landmark.

To learn more, email sarating@worldunityinc.org or visit World Unity Inc..