2021 Writing Contest 2nd Place Submission, Level A Love Equals Loyalty by Micah R. According to Cicero, who was an ancient Roman statesman, “Nothing is more noble, nothing more venerable, than loyalty.” Demonstrating loyalty is the most important thing that someone could do for a person...
Isaac D., age 12 Making up all of the living organisms around a human, cells are complex and yet have wonderful organelles with amazing functions. Cells are a wonder. Mitochondria are used as a powerhouse in the cells, making usable energy for the cell. The endoplasmic reticulum, which is...
by Warren S. The octopus has a bizarre body. Fused with the head, the tentacles make the octopus seem otherworldly. Appropriately, it is referred to as a cephalopod, which means “head-foot.” On its eight tentacles the octopus has suckers that it uses to attach to and pry open objects...
The Perilous Expedition Kaeb C., age 10 In 1620 Goodman Howland boarded an old, creaky merchant vessel called The Mayflower. He set sail with some Pilgrims seeking religious freedom. They were crossing the vast Atlantic Ocean to America. One day a vehement storm violently rocked the ship...
On the door it hangs,Never ending it surrounds.Evergreen needles,Pinecones and holly berriesWelcome the holiday in.Christmas traditions fill the heart and home. The ornaments hang,The ribbon ruffles and flows.The tree tall and round,The lights twinkle, twirl, and dance.Holiday spirit...
