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The Way the Ball Bounces

Shy Dylan wanted a dog, but his father knew what he truly needed.

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My Musical Mother

Twelve-year-old Siena Brown shares an inspiring story about her mother’s tradition of song.

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The Lost Meteoroid

Check out this cool “Pen in Hand” story sent in by one of our readers!

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Teddy’s Bear

By Amy A. Anastasia Art by Michael DiGiorgio It’s almost Valentine’s Day—a time to share delicate flowers, heart-shaped treats, and fuzzy toy animals with your loved ones. One of the most popular special gifts to give and receive is a

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Cold Winter Warm Thoughts

“Are you OK?” asked Daddy. Our car had slid off the country road into a snow drift. A white world surrounded us–the snowdrift on my side, and the wall of blowing snow on Daddy’s.

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The Weather in Space

Where does weather come from? How are tornadoes, hurricanes, floods, droughts, and blizzards made? Are thunder and lightning good for life on Earth? Are those brilliantly colored flashing lights that move swiftly and silently across the night sky incoming UFOs

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Tiffany’s Turn

It’s Tiffany’s turn to be the class’ Terrific Kid of the Day. What will she share with the other students?

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Slumber Party Secrets

Maddie learns the key to a good slumber party.

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Mutt On the The Moon

Use your imagination when your pen is in your hand like 6th grader Leah Lewis. Her story is about a dog named Jetson. Jetson is determined to be the first dog on the moon. Before blast off, the cat next door, Mittens, tries to sabotage Jetson’s plans.

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Waiting for the Perseids

Brian has been looking forward to watching the Perseids meteor shower all summer. Will having to babysit his little sister ruin his star-gazing experience?

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The Circus Detective

Jordan has lived with the circus all his life. Now he’s solving his first ever circus mystery!

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The Try-athlon

Addie knows how to bike, run, and swim…isn’t it time she “try” a triathalon?

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My Sister the Dog

Samantha has no socks, her homework is missing…and her sister is a dog? Yup, it’s one of those days.

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Animal Behavior

Rex is acting like an animal! Maybe that’s because this boy is an animal.

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Making Roti

Sarah travels to India…and finds bread that’s baked sideways! Step into the kitchen to find out how it’s done.