By Maritza Estrada, age 11, California

My family is always laughing
They love dancing and relaxing
We always have fun together
No matter what the weather

By Morgan Parr, age 9, Wisconsin
With Chris Parr

Dedicated to Grandma Pat

By Morgan Parr, age 9, Wisconsin

I was six years old and said a small prayer to God
For my grandma to live another year;

By Alden Walcott, age 7, Virginia

Putting on my skates, I glide across the ice,
The wind’s current pushing against me.

By Hridhima Tyagi, Contributing Writer

I passed by an empty park, so quiet and dry.
Where did the children go? I thought with a sigh.

By Dante Moore, age 11, California

Welcome to my world
Where all your dreams come true