HONOR ROLL - Grades 5-8

ABC's of The Middle Ages - Tabitha Inge

Linear Induction - HP Inge

Most Painful & Saddest Experience - Irving Chavez, Weeks Middle School, USA [Grade=90; "What a title! After devouring the story in order to find out if you and the dog lived, I was able to go back and reread your story, paying attention to the details ... While you do a terrific job of engaging the reader, at the end, I wanted MORE details... Also, whereas the title is most likely a statement of truth, it does give a lot away - is that your intent? Good use of vocabulary! In this story, you paint a vivid picture with your words." - Stone]

Poetry For People - Travis Inge

Scracthy The Scarecrow - Jaselynn Farlow, Foundation Rock Elementary, USA [Grade=95 "Clever, imaginative story. The narrative moves along well, propelled with good details." - Garcia]

Serenity - Ayla Perry, Horizons Educational System, USA, [Grade=98; "I love this poem! You do a fabulous job of creating a particular scene! Your simple, yet strong and descriptive word choice enables the reader to visualize your imaginary unicorn-inhabited fairy land. ... You did such a terrific job of literally painting serenity with words, that it felt natural to become part of your created world. I appreciate, too, that you allowed your words to do their work, and did not give too much information. For example, you mention "plump fruits" but do not tell exactly what kind of fruits or what color or any other detail. It is sufficient to say "plump fruits" and allow the reader to fill in the details. Good job!" - Stone]

The Doors With - Gabriela Clavjio, Parsons Junior High Scool, USA [Grade=95 "Great title! Excellent story, riveting! As I read I kept asking myself, what will happen next? ... was surprised by the ending ... I was confused by the world freeze to being hit by the car ... One other inconsistency is the reference to the street in paragraph two and then the sentence in paragraph three referring to the floor. I loved this story and the message about fear and coming face to face with who we really are, and then being willing to embrace that person!" - Stone]

The Emotions Tree - Tyler C. Rowland, Greenhill School, USA [Grade=95 "Great title. Good vocabulary. Very interesting use of imagery. Excellent and mature style of writing. This is a "wow" piece of poetry. Should be 'There are blue leaves of love...'" - Deckard]

The Raven's Reply - Tyler C. Rowland, Greenhill School, USA [Grade=93 "A great idea and expressive thought lie behind this poem! Wonderful vocabulary! Interest begins to wane after the first two pages. Remember: 'brevity is the soul of wit.' Exceptional work..." - Lippe]