By Rosemary, age 15, India

I see the ruins in their eyes,
The tears waiting to be sprouted out
Because all they had once is gone.

By Robert Carlson, age 16, California

Their voices bring me warmth.
They are words of strength.
Always firm, but gentle.

By Varshini, age 15, India

People say reading is dreaming with our eyes open,
To which I totally agree.

By Maria Joyce-Johnson, age 8, Italy

A whole outside,
A whole new place
Just out of reach.

By Maria Salinas, age 11, California

My best friend is Maritza
Maritza is the best friend

By Kendra Leigh Dolina Osias, age 10, Philippines

You see them everywhere
Colorful flowers here and there
On the petals you will find
Stunning insects of every kind