It was only three days until the start of the school year, and Alex was nervous. “What if I’m not … More
Category: Inspirational
A True Champion
Today was the day. The big race. Sasha woke with a start early, and immediately put her uniform. It was … More
Ralphie’s Journey
The plains of the Savannah stretched far and wide, and, in every direction, no one was around. Ralphie was horribly … More
Saya’s Struggle
Saya looked around at the bare room. Just last week, she was at home, surrounded by her own colorful … More
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 … More
Timmy’s Turn
Timothy stood at the edge of the diving board and looked down. Beneath him the cool, blue water bounced lazily … More
Leonard’s Play Day
It was a beautiful Saturday afternoon, and Leonard the leopard was looking for someone to play with. As he … More
Chloe’s Bike
It was a beautiful morning in May, and today was the day, Chloe decided, that she would ride her bike … More
Sylvia’s First Day
Sylvia took a deep breath. It was the first day of middle school tomorrow, and she had a big decision … More
Frederick T. Duck
Frederick T. Duck was at a loss. Sundays in the park were his favorite days. Not only were there plenty … More
Differences Are Cool
Most times I sit in my yard and play music so that the trees would sing along with me. “I’m … More
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 … More
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 … More
Bullies Need Love Too
“Hey! Give me that back!” I shouted after the kid who had just taken the bag of chips out of … More
Backyard Fairies
“John, can you come out here please?” Johnny’s mom yelled through the open window of their house. Thinking he was … More
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 … More
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. … More
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 … More
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 … More
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 … More
Family Bond
As I carried my books home from school, they felt heavier than usual. How did I get this assignment? Mr. … More
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 … More
Playing with Paints
My name is Scientist Johosophatogrammaticallypharmed, but you can call me Scientist Jo. I’ve been living in the realm of nothing … More
Corbin and Philal were cousins that spent a lot of time together. They spent so much time together that people … More
Reflections of Friendship
May 31, 2021 Dear Diary, I’ve been living in Omaha, Nebraska all of my life and I am 10 years … More
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, … More
The Habitour
My name is Terry and I’ve always been a bit chubby. My grandmother would always grab my cheeks and tell … More
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 … More
Jorge Doesn’t Forget
Jorge woke up bright and early. He was too excited to sleep. The day before, he had met a boy … More
The Worst Day
Annie stared down at the concrete with a big frown on her face. The spot where the ball had hit … More
Moving Change
Moving Change doesn’t have to be scary. It can even be fun because you get to keep your old friends … More
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 … More
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 … More
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 … More
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 … More
Dot’s First Day
Dot stood at the bus stop nervously. Her mom stood behind her, as excited as Dot was nervous. With a … More
Have You Seen Him?
“Have you seen the new kid?” he heard a boy whisper behind him. Some of the kids in that row … More
The Fifth Puppy
Once upon a time, there was a mama dog. She was a good mama dog, and she raised very nice … More
Three Best Friends
Shelly stood by the car with her little backpack. She had been crying all night. Her best friend was staying … More
After the Cocoon
Carrie took a deep breath and looked at the branch over her head. It was small- a twig, really- but … More
Grandpa
April sat on the front steps with her chin on her hands. She watched the other kids on the street … More
First in Flight
Lilly had heard about the Wright brothers before. What bird hadn’t? They were the two human men who had given … More
Team
James frowned at the mirror and tried to smush his hat further down on his head. He was trying to … More
Penny
Penny was so excited. Her mom had put a nice new collar on her, with a matching leash. Her fur … More
Screeeeeech
The door swung open with a long screeeeeech. Tony cleared his throat and looked back over his shoulder. At least … More
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, … More
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 … More
Nessie and Katrina
Over Loch Ness, in Scotland, a storm was brewing. The clouds rolled, and thunder growled. Here and there lightning burst … More
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 … More
The Fastest Puppy
Buzzy was the fastest puppy in the neighborhood. Mr. Wixwax took him and his two brothers to the dog park. … More
Sunny’s Lemonade
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