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
Kindness Kayley
by Allegra
Dainfern College
South Africa
This is Kindness Kayley. She is a very kind person. She will always help when people are fighting.
Surya Finds his Power
by Suryansh
Sunbeam School Lahartara
India
Surya was a quiet boy in senior kindergarten. He always sat in the second row, near the window.
Eco Eddy
by Yuvaan
Sunbeam School Lahartara
India
It was Earth Week at Sunbeam School Lahartara, and Sustainability Suki was excited!
Chewy the Dog
by Harper
Lindisfarne Anglican Gramnmar School
Australia
Another case solved by Communication Cara and her trusty sidekick Chewy.
Tiny Tino
by Eva
Lindisfarne Anglican Grammar School
Australia
On a dark and stormy night, there were two people sitting on a couch eating Pizza.
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 Extinguished Flame
Abeer
GEMS Millennium School Sharjah
UAE
In a world of misery and sadness we tend to overlook the magic and supernatural forces that surround us.
Beneath the Surface
Aasia
First Steps School of Arts & Sciences
Pakistan
Evelyn didn’t like this at all. She peered at the weathered yet jaunty building,
The Chuckles of Fire
by Viraj
Modern School, Barakhamba Road, New Delhi
India
Tino since his childhood was a versatile athlete and an outstanding student.
The Prisoner Queen
by Sheza
First Steps School of Arts & Sciences
Pakistan
On January 19, 1793, revolutionary fervor and turmoil took over the city of Paris.
From Sad to Strong
by Wareesha
First Steps School of Arts & Sciences
Pakistan
Messiah Ray pushed open the door to his cramped apartment, shoulders weighed down by another long day.
Bridge of Forgotten Souls
by Pragyan
Miles Bronson Residential School
India
The wind whispered across the ancient bridge.