By Lily Garceau, age 8

As morning broke, all the fairies got ready for the long day in the meadow. When Rosie awoke, she rushed out of her little cottage into the meadow.

By Alexis Miu Ching YAU, age 12

Fluorescent lanterns hang from the rafters of the open-air restaurant.
Beneath, people happily chat in Mandarin with their families
While passing bright red and gold Hong bao to each other.

By Kathleen Thomas, age 14, Maine

Whispers of the past
Whirl in hidden stone grooves,
In carved swirls, engraved symbols.

By Cassandra Alvarado, age 12, California

Thoughts in my head...
Should I stay, or should I go?
Thoughts in my head…
Should I worry?

By Kgaogelo, age 12, South Africa

I shall put in my box
The first cry of a newborn baby
The hope that shines the stars
The spellbinding sun that sets on the horizon