A talented young schoolgirl with a flair for writing and a passion to help and inspire others has received a prestigious Global Child Prodigy Award.
Lauryn Rose Teixeira recently visited the House of Commons in London to receive the accolade, in recognition for her writing. She was one of 100 of the world’s most remarkable children – all under the age of 15 – to be honoured for their exceptional achievements.
The 12-year-old author wrote and published her first book ‘Lauryn That’s Me’ when she was just 9 and attending primary school in Acton.
It tells a story of how she is proud of her African-Portuguese roots and has been published in 4 languages. And, you can be in with a chance to win a copy. Read on to find out how.
She said: “This award was such an honour. I am proud to be making an impact on my community, and globally now, too.”
Lauryn takes readers into her world and shares her journey of being raised by a single mum after her dad left the family during the Covid-19 pandemic. It is the testimony of a young girl who dreams of living in a world where everyone is treated equally.
Lauryn is the youngest author of Afro-Portuguese descent to publish a book in the UK.
‘I want to inspire’
She said: “I wrote my book because there are not enough books about children being raised by a single parent, and there are no books talking about my 2 countries – Cape Verde and São Tomé. The last reason is that I want to inspire and educate young children. I want them to feel that no matter who they are, or where they are, that they are unique and special.”
Lauryn lives with her mum Cristina and her younger brother Joylen, 9, – who is also an up-and-coming child star and entrepreneur. He already has his own fashion line.
Cristina said: “I am so incredibly proud of both of my children. Not so long ago we had to leave our family home, we had nothing. I had no money and had to use the food banks. Despite the obstacles my children never stopped following their dreams, they are blessed and resilient.”
Lauryn has a second book, ‘Lauryn’s Kitchen’ coming soon.
When she’s not writing, Lauryn enjoys being part of a Taekwondo club and being around the horses and ponies at Ealing Riding School.
And that’s not all. Lauryn is also due to attend the BBC’s Make a Difference Awards this month to collect yet another honour.
Win a copy: Lauryn, That’s Me
To have a chance of winning the prize, you must correctly answer a question after clicking on the link in the article in our digital autumn magazine. Your entry will be sent by email to aroundealing@ealing.gov.uk – please include your name and address.
