It was only three days until the start of the school year, and Alex was nervous. “What if I’m not…
A True Champion
Today was the day. The big race. Sasha woke with a start early, and immediately put her uniform. It was…
Ralphie’s Journey
The plains of the Savannah stretched far and wide, and, in every direction, no one was around. Ralphie was horribly…
Saya’s Struggle
Saya looked around at the bare room. Just last week, she was at home, surrounded by her own colorful…
Cowgirl Candace and the Stormy Night
The wind howled and thunder crashed outside Candace’s window. The night sky was momentarily lit up by a streaking bolt…
Timmy’s Turn
Timothy stood at the edge of the diving board and looked down. Beneath him the cool, blue water bounced lazily…
Leonard’s Play Day
It was a beautiful Saturday afternoon, and Leonard the leopard was looking for someone to play with. As he…
Chloe’s Bike
It was a beautiful morning in May, and today was the day, Chloe decided, that she would ride her bike…
Sylvia’s First Day
Sylvia took a deep breath. It was the first day of middle school tomorrow, and she had a big decision…
Frederick T. Duck
Frederick T. Duck was at a loss. Sundays in the park were his favorite days. Not only were there plenty…
Differences Are Cool
Most times I sit in my yard and play music so that the trees would sing along with me. “I’m…
If I Were the Tooth Fairy…
Whenever anyone asks me what I want to be when I grow up, I always say the same thing. “I…
Dolly the Dolphin Fights Pollution
Dolly the dolphin was swimming along minding her own business when, all of a sudden, she found herself in very…
Bullies Need Love Too
“Hey! Give me that back!” I shouted after the kid who had just taken the bag of chips out of…
Backyard Fairies
“John, can you come out here please?” Johnny’s mom yelled through the open window of their house. Thinking he was…
A Perfect Day In Paris
Paul was an unusual 8-year-old. He never spent his birthday and Christmas money on new toys, and when he rushed…
The Caterpillar Who Learned to Fly
Phillip the caterpillar wasn’t like all the other bugs. He spent all of his days trying to build an airplane.…
Jane and the Lion Mask
“It’s too hard. I can’t do it,” Jane sobbed into the sleeve of her shirt, feeling ashamed. Mother bent down…
Cassius the Proud squirrel
It was another beautiful autumn day in the forest of Sherlock Glen. The leaves on the trees had just started…
I don’t want a hug (the importance of respecting boundaries)
James loved to give hugs. And not just to his mom and dad, but everyone he knew and met. Of…
I Want to go to Sri Lanka
This is the longest holiday break I’ve ever had. This year the school district gave us 3 weeks off to…
Family Bond
As I carried my books home from school, they felt heavier than usual. How did I get this assignment? Mr.…
Honesty is the Best Policy
Los Banos was such a hot town. The summers seemed to last all year round. My father continually chuckled about…
Playing with Paints
My name is Scientist Johosophatogrammaticallypharmed, but you can call me Scientist Jo. I’ve been living in the realm of nothing…
Corbin and Philal were cousins that spent a lot of time together. They spent so much time together that people…
Reflections of Friendship
May 31, 2021 Dear Diary, I’ve been living in Omaha, Nebraska all of my life and I am 10 years…
The Adventures of the Banks Family
Dear diary, I am thankful for my family and of course for this new swim suit, the beach, the sand,…
The Habitour
My name is Terry and I’ve always been a bit chubby. My grandmother would always grab my cheeks and tell…
Don’t pet the pig
Charlie the Pig loved to play. He would wallow in his mud all day. But what he wanted more than…
Jorge Doesn’t Forget
Jorge woke up bright and early. He was too excited to sleep. The day before, he had met a boy…
Tristan’s Sister
Tristan sat impatiently in the hard plastic chair. He tapped his toes, and counted the ceiling tiles, and got up…
Over the Clouds
Seamus stood on his seat in the plane, looking around. He was really nervous. This plane was huge! There were…
The Good Contest
Paul and Nadiya sat on the couch with their heads bowed. Their mom was always annoyed when they fought or…
The Worst Day
Annie stared down at the concrete with a big frown on her face. The spot where the ball had hit…
Moving Change
Moving Change doesn’t have to be scary. It can even be fun because you get to keep your old friends…
New baby – Your parents will always love you, even with a new baby
Tristan sat impatiently in the hard plastic chair. He tapped his toes, and counted the ceiling tiles, and got up…
Leaving your country – Always explore new & better opportunities
Seamus stood on his seat in the plane, looking around. He was really nervous. This plane was huge! There were…
Good deeds stay with you and others forever
Paul and Nadiya sat on the couch with their heads bowed. Their mom was always annoyed when they fought or…
Tough time/hardship ups and downs are part of life
Annie stared down at the concrete with a big frown on her face. The spot where the ball had hit…
Dot’s First Day
Dot stood at the bus stop nervously. Her mom stood behind her, as excited as Dot was nervous. With a…
Have You Seen Him?
“Have you seen the new kid?” he heard a boy whisper behind him. Some of the kids in that row…
The Fifth Puppy
Once upon a time, there was a mama dog. She was a good mama dog, and she raised very nice…
Three Best Friends
Shelly stood by the car with her little backpack. She had been crying all night. Her best friend was staying…
After the Cocoon
Carrie took a deep breath and looked at the branch over her head. It was small- a twig, really- but…
Grandpa
April sat on the front steps with her chin on her hands. She watched the other kids on the street…
First in Flight
Lilly had heard about the Wright brothers before. What bird hadn’t? They were the two human men who had given…
The Baker’s Baby
A long time ago, in a small town, a baker ran a little shop. Every day he got up before…
Love for Family and Friends
Joey and his brother sat close together on the plane. They were really nervous. Part of Joey was so excited…
Team
James frowned at the mirror and tried to smush his hat further down on his head. He was trying to…
Headed to School
Lily had been waiting for this moment for a long time. She was finally headed to school! She had her…
Penny
Penny was so excited. Her mom had put a nice new collar on her, with a matching leash. Her fur…
Screeeeeech
The door swung open with a long screeeeeech. Tony cleared his throat and looked back over his shoulder. At least…
Big Brother’s Chess Set
It’s hard being a little brother, especially when you’re me. My big brother is really smart. He does math bowl,…
Grandpa’s Glasses
Don’t ever bother trying to get new glasses. At your old age, it’s not worth the effort. It’s a tough…
What Ruthie Learned
The newspaper delivered the paper. Another boy came with him. Ruthie, who was four years old, ran and opened the…
Jessie and the Floating Island
On the island of Maui, at the farthest end of the island, is a little house. To get there, you…
The Secret of Salt Town
In the middle of Utah, there is a place that looks like a desert, but something isn’t quite right. The…
Nessie and Katrina
Over Loch Ness, in Scotland, a storm was brewing. The clouds rolled, and thunder growled. Here and there lightning burst…
Into the Light and the Darkness
Shandra looked out the window. Other children were playing ball. She wished she had friends. Sometimes Mama and Papa played…
Little Lost Kitten
Tanya saw another kitten and ran up to her. “Want to play?” Tanya asked. “Okay. What’s your name?” “Tanya. What’s…
Ronnie’s New Friend
Ronnie was in second grade. He hated school. It’s because he was short. He couldn’t help it. He wanted to…
The Fastest Puppy
Buzzy was the fastest puppy in the neighborhood. Mr. Wixwax took him and his two brothers to the dog park.…
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