By Melany Chevez Gutierrez, age 11, California

It was a sunny day in Brooksville, where a 19-year-old girl named Cindy was packing for her trip to go hiking with her dog, Ruffles.

By Jackson Hill, age 11, California

Red peppers or green? Samuel Holmes, age 10, had been apprenticed to his father, a journalist, for the Boston Gazette, Boston’s most popular newspaper.

By R. Kim, age 12, Hong Kong

As the sun’s blinding light slowly set over the rows of rice paddies, the life in Lan’s eyes began to dim as well.

By Jimena Valdivia, age 11, California

“Amy,” said Ms. Abby. “Pay attention.”
“Yes, Ms. Abby,” I answered, noticing my surroundings and adjusting to the light.

By Leonardo Moreno, age 12, California

Thud, thud. Bryant kicked the ball as he was walking down his stairs. Bryant liked to match with his shoes, so he wore a white shirt and white pants.

By Davi Jacobs, age 12, Maryland

Sarah was very excited to go to school the next day. Mrs. Harris announced yesterday that a new girl was coming from across the globe.