Who is this article about?
Regina del Carmen Sanchez
Who is she?
girl from Kansas City, US
How old is she?
14
What is unique about her?
She wrote her first song Keep Your Head Up when she was 12
What was it about?
the bad situation at her home, but it also sent the message of hope
What is her situation at home?
She lives in a small house with her mom and grandparents
Are they poor?
Yes
How long did it take her to write?
several months
Where did she write it?
Sometimes during a break in class
What was the positive message?
Love yourself and never give up. You'll see a better life if you keep your head up
Did she make a video?
Yes
Has the song influenced anyone?
Yes
Who?
Jeremy Lillig
Who is he?
a spokesman for Bright Futures, a charity fund
What did he do?
He shared it through social media
What did that accomplish?
The fund has provided money for poor students in Kansas City.
Does she ever perform in public?
Yes.
What message is she hoping to get across?
help people understand what is happening in the world in an easy way,"
Is there a theme to the article?
Yes
What is the message?
Music can be a great power to change people's lives.