A huge thank you to everyone who took on the challenge of inventing a sidekick for one of our Round Square Heroes of Discovery. The imagination, artistry, and storytelling in your entries amazed and inspired us. Below, you’ll find a selection of the incredible stories we received along with the winning entries.
Under 11s
The Nature Adventure
by Naisha
Shiv Nadar School Noida
India
Sustainable Suki and her best friend forever (BFF)/ sidekick Cleanup Carrie were enjoying a cup of tea.
Recycling Ricky
by Sienna
Lindisfarne Anglican Grammar School
Australia
I’m about to go and meet my friend Recycling Ricky.
Hardwork Henry
by Weekend
Olive Tree International Academy
China
“Tap, tap, tap…” Teamwork Tama was working on his computer with Hardwork Henry. They were working so hard…
Bravery Bella
Alessi
St Cyprian’s School
South Africa
Once upon a time the was a girl named Bravery Bella. She is a sidekick to Courageous Colette and she was brave
Fierce Suzi
by Freyja
MLC School Sydney
Australia
Hi, my name is fierce Suzi I am the sidekick to Courageous Colette.
Light over the darkness of Sea
Meera
The Emerald Heights International School
India
Off the sandy coast of Pecland, Somalia; the waves carried more trauma, fear and horror than fish and salt.
11-14 Year Olds
1st: The Case of the Stolen Mona Lisa
by Vivaan
Ermitage International School
France
In the heart of the bustling city of Nowhereland, a mysterious crime had shaken the art world to its core.
2nd: The Tale of Curious Caitlin
by Khaleela
St Cyprian’s School
South Africa
Curious Caitlin loves to learn new things. She’s often been found researching random facts for fun when she’s
3rd: Kibo and Sima
by Pratiksha
Miles Bronson Residential School
India
In the heat of a mystical land…
*Sidekick Sandy
by Alexandra
Millwood School
USA
When you put on the talking headphones. They give you encouragement, confidence, and…
Carlos and Horus
by Abel
GEMS New Millennium School
UAE
Once upon a time, Compassionate Carlos and Horus were walking in the Atlantic jungle.
The Hero's Hero
by Yuvraaj
Welham Boy’s School
India
Compassionate Carlos, a smart, kind, and of course compassionate person is…
15-18 Year Olds
The Last Straw
by Vrinda
Modern School, Barakhamba Road, New Delhi
India
It’s just one straw, said 8 billion people’, humanity’s most convenient excuse.
A Hero's Whispers
Arham
First Steps School of Arts & Sciences
Pakistan
A glow darted across her eyes. Not out of hope. Not because of the shimmering sun. Tears.
The Unstoppable Sidekick
Mandisa
Penryn
South Africa
Cara was the kind of person who could brighten up a room just by walking into it.
A Journey Through Diversity
Hazel
The British Co-Ed High School
India
A girl named Daniya was quite an adventurous girl. Everyone called her Dani. She had always dreamt of …
The Forest Tale
Tarini
Modern School, Barakhamba Road, New Delhi
India
I am Ms. Solver, sidekick of Problem-Solving Papri. I am friends with her for a long time.
Optimistic Oli
Anaya
Modern School, Barakhamba Road, New Delhi
India
Not all heroes have recognition. Some are behind the scenes, creating impact.