By Paul Ngu, Amazing Kids Adventures and Global Village Editor

As summer approaches, many kids and teenagers may find that they have more time on their hands. One great way to make use of the extra time is to go on a bit of an adventure and travel.

By Parsa Soltani, Age 15, Virginia

In pairs in the streets in night's darkest hour,
Observing all that goes on at this time,
The city is sleeping at the moment,
The people are resting.

By Meghan Parker, age 11, Pennsylvania

“MOMMY!!! I want my Barbie back!” Oh, sorry about that, I’m Mr. Bubbles, and that was little Kate Shlowps.

By Emily Cheung, Contributing Writer

I glance up, sweat beading my forehead and
trickling into my eyes.
Shimmering light dapples the thick
canopy of leaves and branches and pools

By Eva Ibbotson Publisher by Puffin Reviewed by Tanmaya Murthy, L.O.L Columnist Recommended for ages 8 and up